Contract Specialist

A successful consulting firm in the Boston area is seeking a Contract Specialist to join their legal team. This individual will play a critical role in the contract-to-cash process and in managing and coordinating a high volume of vendor agreements while helping to build and improve internal processes across a dynamic global environment. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, proactive, detail-oriented, and energized by operating in an evolving, ambiguous setting where they can take ownership, identify gaps, and drive execution. Responsibilities Manage a variety of agreements including MSAs, NRLs, Consulting Agreements, SOWs, Client Agreements, and other related contracts Serve as a key point of contact for contract management, ensuring appropriate follow-up, tracking outstanding items, and driving contracts through completion Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to support contracting and procurement needs Maintain contract files, trackers, and databases while ensuring accuracy and completeness of all documentation Review contracts carefully to identify inconsistencies, missing information, incorrect language, budget discrepancies, and potential risks requiring escalation Ensure contracts and revenue schedules and documentation are set up correctly in financial systems Prepare revenue reconciliations, regular audit support schedules, and monthly revenue recognition activities Identify and resolve revenue discrepancies Manage project closeout activities Assist with process improvement initiatives in contracts and billing and identify opportunities to create greater structure and efficiency within a rapidly evolving environment Support timely invoicing through documentation and tracking, coordinating with billing team, reviewing invoices for accuracy and completeness, and monitoring accounts receivable aging Ad hoc projects as assigned Qualifications 3-5+ years of contracts administration, contracts management, billing, or revenue management Strong understanding of revenue recognition principles under ASC 606 Experience with contract administration, invoicing, financial close responsibilities, and revenue recognition Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines Experience navigating complex vendor management and contracting processes involving multiple stakeholders Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to review agreements critically and identify potential issues proactively Comfortable operating in an evolving, fast-moving, and sometimes ambiguous environment Highly proactive, resourceful, and solutions-oriented with a strong sense of ownership and follow-through Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor. #J-18808-Ljbffr