Planning Engineer

Repplen Projects; India; Remote; INR 12,00,000 - 18,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in India seeks a billing manager to oversee the preparation and submission of project billing statements, lead cost data validation, and mentor junior billing staff. The ideal candidate has 15-20 years of experience in construction billing, strong analytical skills, and advanced ERP proficiency. This role requires excellent communication and organizational skills in a dynamic project environment.

Qualifications

• 15-20 years of progressive experience in construction billing.
• Expertise in progress billing, change order management, and contract compliance.
• Experience with project closeout billing and final invoice reconciliation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation and submission of project billing statements.
• Lead validation of cost data and progress reports.
• Manage reconciliation of billing records with accounting systems.

Skills

Advanced proficiency in ERP systems

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Procore

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation, review, and submission of project billing statements in alignment with contract terms, project milestones, and client requirements.
• Lead the validation of cost data, change orders, and progress reports to ensure accurate and compliant billing documentation.
• Collaborate with project managers, estimators, and superintendents to gather and verify project progress data for billing purposes.
• Manage the reconciliation of billing records with accounting systems to ensure financial accuracy and timely revenue recognition.
• Develop and maintain standardized billing templates, workflows, and internal controls to improve efficiency and reduce errors.
• Identify and resolve billing discrepancies, delays, or disputes with clients and internal stakeholders promptly and professionally.
• Provide regular reporting on billing performance, outstanding receivables, and cash flow projections to senior leadership.
• Mentor and guide junior billing staff, ensuring adherence to best practices and compliance with company policies and industry standards.
• Partner with the finance and legal teams to ensure compliance with contractual obligations, tax regulations, and audit requirements.
• Implement process improvements and leverage technology (e.g., ERP systems, project management software) to enhance billing automation and accuracy.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance, Construction Management, or a related field; CPA or PMP certification is a plus.
• 15\20 years of progressive experience in construction billing, preferably within large-scale infrastructure, commercial, or industrial projects.
• Proven expertise in progress billing, change order management, retaiage handling, and contract compliance.
• In-depth knowledge of construction accounting principles, cost tracking, and revenue recognition (ASC 606).
• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Procore, or similar) and Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, macros).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and negotiate with clients.
• Experience leading billing teams and driving process optimization initiatives.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy and compliance.
• Experience with project closeout billing and final invoice reconciliation.