Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Billing & Revenue Recognition Controller to
join our finance team. In this role, you will act as a critical bridge between our Sales operations
and Finance departments, ensuring that every contract is following our policies and standards,
every invoice is accurate, and every cent of revenue is recognized in strict accordance with
accounting standards.
You will have primary ownership over the German market, serving as the "gatekeeper" for
contract integrity and the driver of seamless billing cycles.
 

Key Responsibilities

1. Contract Gatekeeping & Sales Collaboration
● Review and approve incoming contracts and Sales Orders to ensure alignment with
company pricing policies and legal requirements.
● Act as the primary point of contact for the Sales team, providing guidance on contract
structuring to ensure "billability."
● Partner with the Revenue Controllership team to ensure everything within contracts is
correct and in accordance with policies.

2. Billing Operations (German Market)
● Manage the end-to-end billing cycle for our German customer base, ensuring local tax
(VAT) compliance and language requirements.
● Resolve billing discrepancies and manage credit memo processes efficiently.
● Maintain accurate customer master data within our ERP and CRM systems.

3. Revenue Recognition & Month-End Close
● Perform monthly revenue recognition procedures to ensure compliance with IFRS 15 /
ASC 606 standards.
● Prepare and post journal entries related to deferred revenue, unbilled receivables, and
revenue adjustments.
● Reconcile revenue accounts and provide variance analysis.
● Execute critical Month-End Close activities to ensure financial accuracy and timeline
adherence.

● Run and manage SAP transactions specifically for - Deferred Revenue and Unbilled Revenue calculations,
 Intercompany (ICY) reconciliations and postings, Automated and manual Revenue Recognition runs.

● Perform comprehensive Account Reconciliations to ensure the integrity of the GLs.
4. Reporting & Systems Management
● Generate weekly and monthly reports on billing status, aging receivables, and
recognized revenue.
● Utilize and maintain data integrity across our core tech stack (SAP, Salesforce).
● Contribute to the optimization of billing workflows and system automation projects.

Qualifications

Requirements

Technical Skills & ERP Mastery
● SAP: Advanced proficiency in SAP (FI/CO or SD modules) - SAP 4Hana is preferred.
You should be comfortable navigating complex accounting structures.
● Salesforce (CRM): Experience managing contract terms and tracking customer
lifecycles within the CRM environment.
● MS Office Suite: Strong Excel skills are a must (Pivot Tables, advanced formulas, and
robust data analysis).
● Google Suite: Fluency in Google Sheets for collaborative reporting and tracking.
Language & Experience
● Language Proficiency: Professional-level fluency in German and English (C1/C2
level) is essential for both local compliance and global reporting. High-level English is
required for collaboration with the German market and international stakeholders.
● Experience: 2+ years in Billing, Revenue Operations, or Financial Controlling with a
"gatekeeping" mindset. Hungarian language can be a plus as this role might include
Hungarian market (smaller part of the portfolio)

Additional Information

Compensation

The annual base salary for new hires in this position ranges from PLN 106400 to PLN 177300 gross.
A reasonable estimated salary range for a new employee has been provided. It would be adjusted based on each employee's geographic location. The position of each employee within a compensation range at Nielsen is dependent on several individual circumstances, such as experience, training, certifications and other business requirements/needs.

Working Environment: Our Culture
● Multicultural Synergy: You will join a diverse, international team where different
perspectives are not just welcomed—they are our greatest strength.
● Global Collaboration: Finance doesn't sleep! You will engage in daily interactions with
stakeholders across various time zones and regions.
● Continuous Evolution: We encourage team members to share local market insights to
refine our global best practices and foster shared professional growth.

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