Revenue Coordinator

Ambition; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Revenue Controller to support a top US law firm in London. The role includes client billing, collection activities, and financial management. The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role within a law firm, strong client service skills, and superior communication abilities. This is a permanent position with competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Referral scheme offering £200 shopping vouchers

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in a similar role within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Essential working knowledge of Elite 3E.
• Strong understanding of billing processes and financial management principles.

Responsibilities

• Perform client billing and collection activities for assigned clients.
• Prepare billing packages and edit draft invoices.
• Review Proformas for misallocated time entries.
• Communicate updates or changes in client billing policies.
• Monitor aging of unbilled fees and outstanding accounts receivable.

Skills

Billing processes knowledge

Client service skills

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Tools

Elite 3E

Microsoft Office

Job description

I am partnered with a top US law firm in their search for a Revenue Controller to join their London team on a permanent basis. The role reports into an experienced Finance Director and sits in a team of 10.

Day duties of the role:

• Perform client billing and collection activities for assigned clients, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Prepare billing packages and edit draft invoices based on partner mark-ups, including write-offs, time/cost transfers, narrative adjustments, and application of approved discounts.
• Review Proformas for misallocated time entries and ensure compliance with client billing policies.
• Communicate updates or changes in client billing policies to timekeepers.
• Monitor aging of unbilled fees and outstanding accounts receivable for assigned partners and clients.
• Track unapplied funds and manage collection efforts, including proactive follow‑up with partners, clients, and internal stakeholders.
• Handle billing and client‑driven requests as needed, maintaining up‑to‑date knowledge of all billing responsibilities.
• Generate and analyze billing variance and write‑off reports, securing appropriate approvals based on firm policy thresholds.
• Prepare and submit electronic invoices via client‑designated e‑billing platforms, ensuring successful submission and addressing rejections or reductions.
• Monitor payment status of client accounts and coordinate collection efforts with internal teams, including the Billing and Collection Committee and Financial Managers.
• Provide support to partners and clients regarding outstanding or short‑paid invoices.
• Maintain accurate status updates in the firm’s collection database.

You will need experience in:

• Relevant experience in a similar role within a law firm or professional services environment
• Essential working knowledge of Elite 3E
• Strong understanding of billing processes and financial management principles
• Excellent client service skills, with a professional and responsive approach
• Clear and confident verbal and written communication skills
• Strong communication abilities when engaging with senior stakeholders
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Numerate and confident in budgeting and financial reporting
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and legal finance systems

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