Credit Controller

Fieldfisher; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Health cash plan

Dental insurance

Life assurance

Critical illness insurance

Pension contributions up to 7%

Holiday trading

Job summary

Fieldfisher in Belfast is seeking a Credit Controller to support the Credit Control Supervisor and collaborate with the revenue control, billing and cashiers teams. You will maintain records, perform ledger reconciliations, and assist Partners and Lawyers in client matters.

The role emphasizes proactive communication, diary management, and strong double-entry bookkeeping skills, with a focus on delivering accurate statements and timely follow-ups. A positive, collaborative mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• Proactive and able to meet deadlines under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Have daily involvement and provide support to the Credit Control Supervisor whilst collaborating with the revenue control, billing and cashiers teams.
• Provide support to Partners and Lawyers.
• Manage the distribution of partners reports.
• Telephone clients on a daily basis.
• Maintain adequate records of conversations with partners/clients on credit control and actions arising from meetings and conversations.
• Be proactive, setting diary notes to follow up with partners fee earners.
• Have a good understanding of double entry bookkeeping and understanding client files.
• Be responsible for reconciliations of ledgers and preparing statements/cash reconciliations for internal and external use.
• Ensure that all requests from clients are actioned and followed up.
• Advise on whether balances in client accounts can be used to settle bills raised.
• Develop strong working relationships with Partners and working capital team members.
• Buddy up with another CC to offer cover / resourcing as and when needed.

Job description

Join Fieldfisher as a Credit Controller!

What can you expect?

Join Fieldfisher's innovative Belfast office, located in our new premises in the Adelaide Exchange Building, Adelaide Street Belfast. As a Credit Controller, you will support the Credit Control Supervisor and collaborate with the revenue control, billing, and cashiers teams. Fieldfisher is known for delivering first-class, commercially focused results through a balanced mix of legal technology solutions and highly skilled resources. If you are professional, driven, and able to meet deadlines under pressure, we would love to hear from you.

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Responsibilities

• Have Daily involvement and provide support to the Credit Control Supervisor whilst having some cross over with the revenue control, billing and cashiers teams
• Provide support to our Partners and Lawyers
• Manage the distribution of partners reports
• Telephone clients on a daily basis
• Maintain adequate records of conversations with partners/clients on credit control and actions arising from meetings and conversations
• Being proactive, setting diary notes to follow up with partners fee earners
• Have a good understanding of double entry book keeping and understanding client files
• Have responsibility of reconciliations of ledgers and preparing statements/cash reconciliations for both internal and external use
• Responsibility of ensuring that all requests from clients are actioned and follow up
• Advise on whether balances in client account can be used to settle bills raised
• Develop strong working relationships with Partners and working capital team members
• Buddy up with another CC to offer cover / resourcing as and when needed

Who are we looking for?

• We don't have a type. We believe our differences are our strength; varied cultures, approaches and experience can only benefit us.

What do we offer?

• You can be yourself: It takes everyone to make us who we are. We’re a culture of diverse perspectives, with each of us making unique contributions that make us better together.
• In the office or WFH? We think the best balance is more time in the office than at home, so we operate a 60:40 rule.
• Beyond salary: We offer plenty of benefits; private medical insurance, health cash plan, dental insurance, life assurance, critical illness insurance, matched pension contributions up to 7%, holiday trading, plus many more. Visit: Reward & Benefits ¦ Fieldfisher.
• Modern Office Space: Located at Adelaide Exchange, Belfast City Centre, with excellent commuter links and parking nearby.
• Nurturing your talent: Take a 'build a career' approach to your training. You'll be on a pathway but free to wander if you see something you'd like to study more closely.
• Funnel your interests: You have a life outside work, and we can help it to flourish. Join clubs, affinity networks, inclusive events, and pro bono/charity initiatives.

Why join Fieldfisher?

At Fieldfisher, we know people do their best work when they feel supported, valued and able to be themselves.

We invest in helping our people build fulfilling careers while maintaining a healthy balance with life outside work. From professional development opportunities and wellbeing initiatives to flexible ways of working, we're committed to creating an environment where people can thrive.

As part of our People First approach, we offer a range of support for colleagues and their families. Find out more about our family-friendly approach.

Inclusion at Fieldfisher

We want everyone at Fieldfisher to feel respected, valued and able to succeed.

We're committed to attracting, developing and retaining talented people from all backgrounds and creating opportunities for colleagues to grow and thrive. We believe that different experiences and perspectives strengthen our firm, our teams and the service we provide to clients.

Our Inclusion Networks, colleague-led initiatives, awareness campaigns and learning programmes help build community, encourage understanding and support an environment where everyone feels they belong.

Fieldfisher is proud to be an Opening Doors Employer with Business in the Community Northern Ireland. Through our inclusion and recruitment strategies, we are committed to broadening access to careers, attracting talent from diverse backgrounds, and creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Accessibility and adjustments

We're committed to providing an accessible recruitment process. If you require any adjustments during your application or interview, please contact the Recruitment team in confidence at . We'll work with you to understand what support you need and ensure you can participate fully in the process.

We recruit on a rolling basis. Your application may be reviewed before the application deadline. We accept applications until we have filled the role.