Quote-to-cash (Q2c) Business Partner

**Why Baker McKenzie?**

At Baker McKenzie not only do we pride ourselves on leading pay and a great culture, joining a leading Global Law firm provides unique development opportunities to grow in a highly supportive working environment throughout all stages of your life. We know our people value flexibility around when and where they work. So we are committed to offering a more adaptable way to work, we call this BAgile. As a highly valued employee we will also provide you with an extensive range of wellbeing, recognition & benefits offerings.

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**The Role**

The Quote-to-Cash (Q2C) Business Partner will serve as the In-Market point of contact for the Q2C process from the financial aspects of pitch support through coordination of collections disputes. This role is heavily focused on obtaining and validating information needed for the accurate and timely processing of transactions in the Centers and in providing support to lawyers and other In-Market personnel in navigating the Q2C process.
- Conduct research on Anti-Money Laundering (AML) & Know Your Client (KYC) checks in accordance with local regulations and coordinate the resolution of any issues as needed (Note: Not applicable in every market)
- Work with the Pricing Specialist to ensure that all financial terms as agreed with client are reviewed and recorded for use in intake and billing processes. Such terms include pricing arrangements, payment terms and other client-specific requirements (e.g., budgets and accruals)
- Review new matters to ensure that the tax treatment is properly identified and applied
- Coordinate monthly billing plans with Center personnel to ensure that WIP inventory is billed at the appropriate time (e.g., monthly, at closing for transactions, as interim bills are paid, etc.) and serve as the In-Market point of escalation for Center personnel as needed on WIP and billing issues
- For In-Market supported clients: follow up new and revised budgets with lawyers; ensure that accruals and other client reporting are completed as required
Handle escalations for collections issues and dispute management
- Act as the In-Market steward of the end-to-end Q2C process by understanding all aspects of the relevant processes, policies and tools
- Provide guidance to lawyers and other In-Market personnel to address process issues as they arise; coordinate as needed with Center personnel or Q2C Service Owners and Center leadership to resolve process or capacity issues
- Work towards continuous improvement of Q2C processes including adapting to changes in local regulatory requirements
- Support the leadership on firm wide initiatives and special projects

**What we're looking for -**
- Significant relevant Finance experience. Experience in Finance Operations and/ or Finance Shared Services in a professional services organization is preferred
- Leadership capacity to resolve complex problems within a cross-functional environment
- Proven ability to influence, interact and consult with senior leaders regarding finance processes, guidelines and compliances
- Demonstrated expertise in operational efficiency and financial accounting
- Strong in project management and systemic thinking
- Ability to network and collaborate with teams both regional and global, while acknowledging their cultural, social and academic diversity
- Working proficiency in using MS Office and other Productivity Tools

**About the Firm**

At Baker McKenzie, we are different in the way we think, work and behave. Like no other law firm, we were born global. Our Australian practice was established in Sydney in 1964, in Melbourne in 1982 and in Brisbane in 2014. Our lawyers work seamlessly with our global colleagues, collectively providing a capacity of more than 5,600 locally qualified lawyers and 6,000 professional staff in 78 locations across 46 countries.

Baker McKenzie Australia can offer you access to complex, market leading matters working with some of the world's best legal minds - people who know the law and who understand business. We have an unrivalled ability to provide training and secondment opportunities across our global network.

**Diversity & Inclusion**

Baker McKenzie is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive culture for all its employees, with equal opportunity for all to progress and have a meaningful career with our Firm.