Specialist – Revenue Finance

Job Purpose

The Specialist – Revenue is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end revenue assurance process, including validation of revenue triggers, revenue forecasting, pricing analysis, and ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards. The role acts as the subject matter expert for revenue governance and plays a key role in driving accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of revenue reporting. It involves collaboration across Commercial, Contracts, and Operational functions to support strategic financial decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Revenue Governance and Assurance

• Lead the revenue recognition process by validating timing, value, and nature of revenue based on contracts and deliverables.
• Ensure full compliance with IFRS 15, company policies, and internal controls.
• Identify and resolve issues related to revenue cut-off, pricing discrepancies, or incomplete documentation.
• Guide junior staff in reviewing billing triggers and contractual interpretations.

Forecasting and Financial Analysis

• Prepare revenue forecasts and contribute to budgeting and planning exercises.
• Conduct variance analysis between actual revenue and forecasted/budgeted revenue.
• Analyze trends in pricing, discounting, and service volumes to assess revenue impact.
• Provide business insights to support margin improvement and risk mitigation strategies.

Reporting and Audit Support

• Prepare detailed revenue reports and dashboards for management review.
• Support external and internal audits by preparing reconciliations, audit trails, and technical papers.
• Ensure audit readiness of revenue files and participate in discussions with auditors when needed.

Process and Systems Optimization

• Recommend and support system enhancements for improved revenue visibility and automation.
• Lead or support finance-related process improvement initiatives focused on billing, revenue tracking, or reporting accuracy.
• Develop and document standard operating procedures (SOPs) for revenue processes.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.
• Professional qualification preferred (CPA, CMA, ACCA) or progress toward certification.

Experience

• 5–7 years of experience in revenue management, financial planning & analysis (FP&A), or commercial finance.

Skills & Competencies

Revenue Recognition & Governance

• Strong understanding of revenue management standards and revenue recognition principles.
• Experience handling complex revenue scenarios and audit documentation.

Financial Analysis & Forecasting

• Ability to analyze revenue trends, drivers, risks, and variances.
• Experience supporting revenue forecasting and strategic decision-making.

Pricing & Contract Evaluation

• Evaluate commercial pricing structures, customer agreements, and discounting impacts.
• Identify risks that may lead to revenue leakage.

ERP & Reporting Tools

• Advanced ERP system knowledge.
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or advanced Excel reporting and dashboard development.

Business Partnering

• Collaborate effectively with Commercial, Contracts, Operations, and Finance teams.
• Provide data-driven recommendations to support business objectives.

Process Improvement

• Identify and implement revenue process improvements and automation opportunities.
• Develop and maintain SOPs and internal controls.

Audit & Compliance

• Maintain complete revenue documentation and audit trails.
• Support internal and external audits and address findings proactively.
• Stay informed of regulatory and internal control changes affecting revenue.