Senior Revenue Controller

I am delighted to be partnered with a top US law firm in their search for a Senior Revenue Controller to join their London office. This role is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Revenue controller looking for a step up to a senior role.

Day duties of the role include:

Ensure matters are billed as soon as commercially viable and in line with fee arrangements to maximise recovery and meet WIP cycle targets
Manage work-in-progress balances by monitoring WIP levels against original quotes and alerting Partners/Matter Managers to potential overruns
Collaborate with Partners, Matter Managers, PAs, and the Business Manager to drive timely billing of matters
Provide clients with regular fee updates and flag any out-of-scope work
Liaise with clients regarding billing details and requirements to avoid unnecessary bill reversals
Chase clients for outstanding billing details, such as PO numbers
Initiate new ideas to enhance client relationships by proactively contacting clients about billing requirements, adding value to the relationship
Act as a key contact for the eBilling team and attend regular update meetings
Identify potential problem areas and escalate issues to the Revenue Manager, including reviewing eBills in broker systems
Support Partners and Matter Managers by working closely with the Credit Controller to chase debts in line with payment terms
Influence fee earners to meet cash targets through regular one-to-one meetings reviewing debtor lists and cash pledge data
Manage expectations around cash inflow through regular updates to the Revenue Manager and direct client communication
Attend prayer meetings to share best practices in matter management, including guidance on billing services and available reports
Drive improvements in financial hygiene aligned with the firm’s Net Investment objectives

You will need experience in:

Confident and professional when engaging directly with clients
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Able to work effectively under pressure and to tight deadlines
Skilled at building a network of internal contacts across departments
Previous experience in a legal practice, ideally within a top ten law firm
In-depth understanding of the billing process within a law firm
Detailed understanding of the Solicitors Accounts Rules
Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and manage a varied workload
Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills
Proficient in Microsoft Excel
General understanding of IT and finance systems
Uses commercial insight to enhance influence when working with Partners and clients

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