Commercial Settlement Lead

VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation.
As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth.

We are seeking a Commercial Settlement Lead who will manage end-to-end settlement processes for International Voice Carriers, with a strong focus on debtor accounts. This role ensures accurate monthly Settlement preparation, Bilateral Deal positions, and Deal True-ups, while supporting team members through supervision, development, and knowledge sharing. The individual will play a vital part in identifying risks and opportunities, improving cash flow, and contributing to departmental KPIs.

• Prepare monthly Settlements, Bilateral Deal positions, and end-of-period Deal True-ups in line with departmental priorities and timelines.
• Manage a portfolio of complex and large carriers, overseeing the resolution of billing and settlement disputes efficiently and collaboratively.
• Collaborate with Sales, Commercial, Legal, Reporting and external partners, using proactive communication to remove obstacles and deliver the best outcomes for the organisation.
• Act as a key contributor to departmental performance, supporting the manager by strengthening team capability and reducing single points of failure.
• Ensure accurate reporting of revenue and cost, and identify risks, disputes, and opportunities through effective interpretation of complex rating contracts and data modelling.

• Experienced in accounting functions within a large process-driven environment, ideally in the telecommunications sector.
• Skilled in communicating with diverse internal and external stakeholders, including both finance and non-finance partners.
• Comfortable engaging with global partners using culturally sensitive and professional communication.
• Knowledgeable in commercial settlement processes with hands-on exposure.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and advanced formulas
• A qualified accountant or an individual with equivalent industry experience.

• The opportunity to work with international stakeholders across Sales, Commercial, Legal and Finance, enhancing your global business exposure.
• Experience in managing complex settlement processes that directly impact cash flow and P&L performance.
• A collaborative environment where your analytical skills, decision-making and problem-solving capabilities will be recognised and developed.
• The ability to contribute meaningfully to departmental success while strengthening your expertise in settlement processes and financial governance.
• Development through supporting and guiding team members, building leadership capabilities without direct line management responsibilities.

• Advanced knowledge of commercial settlement processes for international voice carriers.
• Enhanced capabilities in financial interpretation, contract analysis and modelling complex rating structures.
• Strengthened stakeholder engagement skills through frequent interaction with diverse internal and external partners.Improved risk identification, dispute resolution and analytical thinking in high-value commercial environments.
• Broader experience in managing large carrier portfolios and understanding end-to-end settlement cycles.