Deputy General Manager

Role: MEP Billing Role

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

Function: Costing and Budgeting (C&B)

Business: Godrej Properties Limited 

Location: Mumbai

About Godrej Industries Group (GIG)

At the Godrej Industries Group, we are privileged to serve over 1.1 billion consumers globally through our businesses with market leadership positions in the consumer products, real estate, agriculture, financial services and chemicals industries 

About Godrej Properties Limited (GPL)

Godrej Properties brings the Godrej Group philosophy of innovation, sustainability, and excellence to the real estate industry. Each Godrej Properties development combines the over 125-year legacy of excellence and trust with a commitment to cutting-edge design, technology, and sustainability. 

Role Summary:

To lead and manage the billing function for GPL ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant billing processes aligned with project progress, construction partner agreements, and statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Billing Operations:

• Oversee end-to-end billing processes for all ongoing and completed projects.
• Ensure timely review and approval of contractor/vendor bills as per agreed contract terms (RA Bills, Final Bills, etc.).
• Coordinate with project teams, QS (Quantity Surveyors), and site engineers for work progress certification.
• Validate and reconcile quantities and rates as per BOQ and work orders.

2. Compliance & Documentation:

• Ensure adherence to GST and other statutory requirements in billing.
• Maintain proper documentation for audits, vendor disputes, and internal controls.
• Ensure billing formats and processes comply with organisation standards and establish standards as deemed may be.

3. Coordination & Communication:

• Liaise with clients, consultants, and internal departments (Finance, Legal, Projects) for billing-related matters.
• Resolve billing disputes and discrepancies in a timely manner.

4. MIS & Reporting:

• Prepare and present billing status reports, aging analysis, and cash flow projections.
• Track billing milestones and ensure alignment with project schedules.

5. Team Management:

• Lead and mentor the billing team at HO & Zones.
• Implement process improvements and automation tools to enhance efficiency.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of construction billing practices, BOQ, RA Bills, and contract management.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) and MS Excel.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines.

Who are we looking for?

Qualifications & Experience:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical & Electrical 
• Experience: 15+ years of experience in billing within the real estate or construction industry. Proven track record of handling large-scale residential/commercial/infrastructure projects.

What's in it for you? 

Be an equal parent 

Maternity support, including paid leave ahead of statutory guidelines, and flexible work options on return  

Paternity support, including paid leave  

New mothers can bring a caregiver and children under a year old, on work travel

Adoption support; gender neutral and based on the primary caregiver, with paid leave options 

No place for discrimination at Godrej 

Gender-neutral anti-harassment policy 

Same sex partner benefits at par with married spouses 

Gender transition support

We are selfish about your wellness 

Comprehensive health insurance plans, as well as accident coverage for you and your family, with top-up options 

Trust based sick leave 

Mental wellness and self-care programmes, resources and counselling

Celebrating wins, the Godrej Way  

Structured recognition platforms for individual, team and business-level achievements  

Performance-based earning opportunities 

An inclusive Godrej 

Before you go, there is something important we want to highlight. There is no place for discrimination at Godrej. Diversity is the philosophy of who we are as a company. And has been for over a century. It's not just in our DNA and nice to do. Being more diverse - especially having our team members reflect the diversity of our businesses and communities - helps us innovate better and grow faster. We hope this resonates with you.

We take pride in being an equal opportunities employer. We recognise merit and encourage diversity. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination on the basis of nationality, race, colour, religion, caste, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, or marital status and ensure equal opportunities for all our team members. 

If this sounds like a role for you, apply now We look forward to meeting you.