Revenue Controller

Sewell Wallis are working with a globally present law firm that operates in 40+ countries and has 5,000 lawyers working for them.

Due to expansion, they're looking for a Revenue Controller who will be a central cog in the wider finance function. 

The ideal candidate will have experience working in a law firm and will have experience with client and partner reporting.

 What will you be doing?

•  Attending monthly revenue meetings with Partners and Associates to cover all aspects of WIP, debt, disbursements, client monies, time management and billing.
• Providing Partners with client fee breakdowns, using ARCS 3 to accurately report matter progress.
• Handling and resolving billing queries to ensure matters are billed promptly.
• Assisting with Credit Control activities including follow ups with Partners on outstanding invoices, contacting clients, reviewing provisioned invoices, playing an active role in ensuring the team is hitting its cash target.
• Dealing with various AP related queries.
• Assisting the Team Leader with partner and client reports using Elite/BI/Qlikview.
• Maintaining professional regulatory standards and knowledge, e.g., UK VAT requirements & Solicitors Accounts Rules.
• Assisting in the FRS5 process as required.
• Tracking volume discounts and rebates where necessary.
• Setting up and monitoring secondments and advising Partners of the process

What skills are we looking for?

• Previous experience working in a law firm as a Revenue Controller (c.2-3 years).
• Experience in the production of client and partner reporting.
• A high standard of computer literacy (knowledge of 3E systems would be advantageous).
• Excellent communication skills, professional integrity, and personal resilience.
• Commercial acumen.

What’s on offer

• Competitive basic salary (reviewed annually).
• Flexible, hybrid working policy.
• Generous bonus scheme.
• Up to 25 days holiday (rising to 28 days with service).
• Holiday exchange scheme.
• Private medical insurance.
• Enhanced parental leave.

To apply please send your CV below or contact Lewis Walker.