Working Capital Controller

Working Capital Controller

A magic circle firm is currently looking for a driven Working Capital Controller to join their global law firm and maintain their reputation for excellence. As a Working Capital Controller, you will be working in a leading firm that values a collaborative and flexible working culture. During your role as a Working Capital Controller you will be liaising with partners and fee earners by ensuring bills are accurate, adhering to client agreements, Solicitors Accounts Rules & VAT regulations.

As the Working Capital Controller some of your responsibilities include:

• Assisting Partners on profitability forecasting
• Monitoring the effectiveness of client billing, collection processes and enhancing the quality of service
• Reviewing the client revenue and net investment balances (WIP & Debts) for partners
• Liaising with partners and the Shared Service Centre (SSC) Credit Control team to improve the speed of cash collection
• Review unbilled disbursements account balances
• Providing support for internal and external client meetings
• Checking bills thoroughly before sending to partners and clients

To be successful in this Working Capital Controller position, some of the requirements include:

• Excellent communicator and work effectively in a team
• Ability to prioritise and work well under pressure
• Proactive and professional approach
• Confident with SRA Accounts Rules, sales taxes & VAT
• Experience of a legal practice management system would be beneficial but not essential
• Experience within working capital would be beneficial but not essential

If you fit the Working Capital Controller description above and are interested in a position where you will be valued, please apply with your updated CV.