Full job descriptionI am currently working exclusively with a leading US law firm in their London office that is looking to appoint an experienced Revenue Controller to join its Finance team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a revenue professional seeking a broad and high-impact role within a prestigious legal environment, where you will work closely with partners, fee earners, client contacts and finance colleagues to support the full revenue lifecycle across billing, WIP, collections and reporting.
Key Responsibilities*Act as a key point of contact for revenue matters across allocated practice groups, building strong relationships with partners, fee earners, business services teams and client finance contacts.
*Monitor work in progress and aged debt, identifying issues early and supporting stakeholders in progressing matters through to billing and collection.
*Prepare, review and issue bills using legal finance systems, ensuring invoices are accurate, timely and aligned with client requirements.
*Produce regular and ad hoc reporting on WIP, accounts receivable, collections, cash receipts and billing performance.
*Support monthly billing and collections forecasting, helping to drive revenue performance and improve cash flow.
*Review billing instructions, client requirements and matter information to ensure records remain accurate and up to date.
*Process narrative amendments, transfers, write-offs, time or cost adjustments and credit notes in line with internal procedures.
*Liaise with e-billing teams and client platforms to support accurate invoice submission, resolve rejections and minimise delays.
*Maintain awareness of client billing guidelines and support compliance with agreed billing arrangements.
*Work closely with partners and fee earners to encourage best practice around WIP management, billing timelines and matter progression.
*Assist with the distribution of completed invoices and respond to revenue-related queries in a timely and professional manner.
*Escalate payment delays, billing disputes or recurring issues to the relevant stakeholders where appropriate.
*Contribute to continuous improvement across billing, collections and revenue processes.
*Take ownership of allocated tasks, ensuring deadlines are met while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
About You*Previous experience in a revenue, billing or credit control role within a law firm or professional services environment.
*Strong understanding of the legal billing lifecycle, WIP management, collections and revenue processes.
*Experience using Elite 3E or a similar legal finance system.
*Exposure to e-billing platforms and client billing requirements would be highly advantageous.
*Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to liaise effectively with partners, fee earners, clients and finance colleagues.
*Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities and work to tight deadlines.
*Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to resolving issues.
*Commercially aware, with an understanding of how accurate billing and collections support wider business performance.
*Comfortable working independently while also contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.
*Confident using Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and other Microsoft Office applications.
What’s On Offer*Opportunity to join a highly regarded international law firm with a strong global platform.
*A varied revenue-focused role with exposure to billing, WIP, credit control, e-billing and reporting.
*Collaborative finance team environment with regular interaction across practice groups and business services.
*Hybrid working arrangements, with a balance of office and remote working.
*Excellent long-term career development prospects within a high-performing legal finance function.
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