Revenue Controller

Stone King LLP

Bath

Hybrid

GBP 35,000 - 50,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Profit Share Scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Life assurance (4 x salary)

Pension scheme

28 days holiday

Job summary

A national law firm is seeking an experienced Revenue Controller to join their Finance team in Bath on a 12-month fixed-term basis. The role requires strong billing and WIP management skills along with excellent communication abilities. The successful candidate will manage billing instructions, assist with data accuracy, and develop proactive relationships with partners. Opportunities for training and hybrid working are available, emphasizing a commitment to wellbeing and development through competitive benefits.

Qualifications

Solid, proven experience in a similar role preferably in a legal or professional services environment.
Excellent knowledge and understanding of billing & WIP management.
Exceptional interpersonal skills, demonstrating professionalism in all dealings.

Responsibilities

Action all billing instructions received within required timeframe.
Review WIP balances, focusing on aged WIP.
Manage HR retainers / bank of hours.

Skills

Billing management

WIP management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Proactive attitude

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

About Us

Stone King is an ambitious and purpose-driven firm specialising in the Business & Social Enterprise, Charity, Education, Public Faith and Private Client sectors. Our collaborative culture and core values are intertwined with our ethos of doing the right thing by our clients, communities, and our people. Our passion for the sectors we work in and the purpose-driven work we do with our clients has resulted in SK being recognised as national leaders in our specialist fields across the country.

The opportunity

We are seeking a Revenue Controller to join our established Finance team on a 12-month Fixed-Term Maternity Cover basis. This role will be a fundamental part of the team and will play a vital role in the continued success of the business. The role would suit an individual who is an experienced Revenue Controller or has relevant experience in a similar role that can build upon and develop in this role. Training on our systems and processes will be provided during a supportive and robust induction process. The role will be based in our Bath office with hybrid working available.

Reasons to apply

Opportunity to gain invaluable experience across our Finance Team, working closely with our specialists across the firm.
To be part of an ambitious and collaborative national firm where our culture and values are at the heart of everything we do.
Excellent benefits for our people, with a focus on wellbeing and development at the forefront.
Hybrid working – Stone King are proud signatories of the Mindful Business Charter, supporting mental health and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

Action all billing instructions received within required timeframe.
Review WIP balances, focusing on aged WIP.
Proactively manage own team’s WIP and undertake monthly reviews; identify aged WIP and ascertain reasons for not being billed; manage write-offs in line with policies.
Capture details such as arrangements (fixed fee, contingent WIP, etc.) in line with our Pricing Champion initiatives.
Ensure accurate data capture, reduce income leakage and improve FE engagement.
Manage HR retainers / bank of hours.
Serve as focal point within the team for support to the wider business.
Keep WCM appraised of issues relating to workload of team.
Process improvements.
Undertake ad hoc responsibilities and projects as required by the Working Capital Manager or Finance Director.
Facilitate requests from fee‑earners for information, such as reporting on fee levels to specific clients over time, and loss on billing reports.
Establish strong working relationships with all Matter Partners through regular review meetings.
Ensure timely billing to meet agreed targets and billing timetables.

Qualifications

Essential

Solid, proven experience in a similar role preferably in a legal or professional services environment.
Excellent knowledge and understanding of billing & WIP management.
Excellent communication, both written and verbal.
Confident individual with a proactive attitude who can deal effectively with partners and discuss their files.
Exceptional interpersonal skills, demonstrating professionalism in all dealings.
Ability to prioritise and multi‑task, especially when working to tight deadlines.
High level of proficiency in Microsoft packages Word, Excel and Outlook.
Excellent attention to detail.
Proven ability to provide a customer‑focused service.
Excellent organisational skills.
Adaptable and able to complete tasks without close supervision.
Calm under pressure.
Good team player.
Flexibility to work outside normal office hours as required from time‑to‑time.

Desirable

Previous experience working in a law firm.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Individual differences are embraced at Stone King, and we strive to create an environment in which people feel supported and able to be themselves. We are committed to promoting an inclusive working environment that supports the growth and development for all. We are proud to be signatories of the Mindful Business Charter, the Race Fairness Commitment and the Age Friendly Employer Pledge, and we are a Disability Confident Employer. Stone King LLP is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to ensuring equality of opportunity and guaranteeing that all employment decisions are taken without reference to irrelevant information or discriminatory practices.

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