Revenue Controller

Revenue Controller

Location:

Nottingham (Hybrid)

Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 per year

Department:
Finance

• Billing Management:
  Oversee the renewals billing cycle, ensuring invoices are sent on time and accurately.
• Work with the Commercial Director and fee earners to address billing issues.
• Ensure compliance with client billing requirements.
• Issue credit notes and adjustments as needed.
• Credit Control & Collections:
  Manage the debtor ledger and ensure strong credit control procedures.
• Process client payments, resolve discrepancies, and communicate with clients about overdue accounts.
• Work with the Director of Finance Transformation on collection strategies.
• Recommend provisions or write-offs and set credit limits for clients.
• Produce cash flow forecasts and track DSO (Days Sales Outstanding).
• Revenue Recognition & Compliance:
  Manage revenue recognition in line with FRS 102 and company policies.
• Oversee work-in-progress, accrued, and deferred income.
• Reconcile revenue accounts and ensure proper treatment for different engagement types.
• Support month-end revenue closing and prepare revenue documentation for management accounts.
• Kantata SX Operations (future state):
  Use Kantata SX to generate operational reports like WIP reports and billing forecasts.
• Work closely with fee earners for accurate timesheet submission and project setup.
• Identify ways to improve billing workflows in Kantata SX.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis:
  Prepare monthly revenue and debtor reports for management.
• Identify issues with revenue, billing delays, and collections.
• Assist with budget preparation, revenue forecasting, and year-end audit.
• Process Improvement & Controls:
  Ensure compliance with billing, credit control, and revenue policies.
• Streamline billing and collection processes to improve efficiency.
• Support automation initiatives and manage relationships with credit agencies when needed.

• Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or qualified by experience.
• 5+ years’ experience in revenue operations, billing, or credit control, ideally in professional services.
• Strong credit control and debt collection skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and accounting software (Sage Intacct, Kantata SX preferred).

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