Overview
Revenue Controller Jobs in London, England, UK at Joseph Hage Aaronson & Bremen LLP
Overview
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Joseph Hage Aaronson & Bremen LLP is an exciting specialist law firm, consistently ranked as a leading firm in directories. Our clients’ needs are at the heart of JHA’s business; our unique structure was born out of a belief that an effective case strategy could be delivered more efficiently if lawyers, barristers, and forensic accountants worked side by side from the outset.
Our partnership comprises world-renowned practitioners and leading silks, and we focus on practice areas such as commercial litigation, international arbitration, tax disputes and art law. Our firm specialises in the highest quality and most complex cases, which allows exposure to intellectually challenging and significant cases.
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The Role
Reporting to the Finance Director and working within a team of Revenue Controllers, this role is responsible for all WIP, Billing and Debt management activities for the Firm.
This is a great opportunity to be in a hands-on role to be part of a small, friendly finance team. You would work with partners on a variety of matters, looking at complex transactions and unique situations.
We are seeking someone who is proactive, strives for excellence in their work, and demonstrates the ability to develop strong relationships while maintaining a positive, professional attitude. Knowledge of SRA accounts rules and their application would be fundamental to the role. Advanced Excel and problem solving skills are a must-have.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Management and Control:
Conduct regular and comprehensive reviews of all WIP and Debt balances
Track progress of all matters and status of debts
Escalate potential issues proactively
Follow up with partners to ensure balances are managed on a timely basis
Strong understanding of matters and commercial implications
Billing and Compliance:
Follow complex instructions to meet billing requirements with absolute accuracy
Apply WIP valuation processes consistent with accounting standards
Identify doubtful WIP and debt balances, ensuring the accountants are aware
Ensure complete compliance with:
VAT requirements
Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) account rules
Internal financial protocols
Process Optimization:
Develop and implement best practice procedures
Maintain detailed records of all client and matter agreed rates, ensure they are correctly applied
Educate fee earners on matter management best practices and SRA accounts rules
Monitor and report on fee earner time recording
Participate in other projects as and when required
Ideal Candidate Profile:
Minimum 5 years’ legal finance experience gained in a sizeable law firm
Proven expertise in SRA accounts rules and ability to manage complex billing processes
Excellent IT skills, including Word, Outlook and an advanced proficiency in Excel and problem-solving is key to the role due to the complexity of the billing
Experience with large-scale split, multi-client and multi-matter consolidated billing
A successful track record of improving processes and implementing best practice procedures
Experience of PMS accounting systems and e-billing platforms. Experience of complex billing would also be advantageous
A strong academic record
A high level of accuracy and attention to detail, with strong organisational and time management skills
Ability to work discretely with sensitive information and keep firm matters confidential
How to apply:
Please submit your CV (and cover letter if you wish). If you have any queries, please contact the recruitment team via
Title: Revenue Controller
Company: Joseph Hage Aaronson & Bremen LLP
Location: London, England, UK
Category: Finance & Banking (Accounting Manager), Law/Legal
