We have an exciting opportunity for a Revenue Controller in our Finance Team. In this role you will act as a business partner and advisor to partners and other leaders within the firm with the aim of maximising the working capital process for all practice areas. The role will also be responsible for the general housekeeping of WIP and the production of various reports for internal teams to aid decision making. Some of your duties will include: Overall control and responsibility for driving the Lock-up management for all practice areas to ensure Lock-up is actively managed by partners and and lock up is kept under control. Providing analysis and insight to the Practice Group Leaders, Partners and Finance team regarding Lock up (WiP and Debtors). Providing guidance to fee earners and secretaries on billing best practices, whilst resolving queries and identify and assist areas that would benefit from extra training. Review billing profile for practice area with a view to improve bill generation timing where possible. Hold regular meetings with Partners to review WIP/disbursements and debtors and follow up on action points. Timely preparation and distribution of client WIP/Debtor statements and exposure/accrual reports as and when required by the client/fee earner. Reviewing client account monies held monthly and liaising with partners regarding whether these can be used for future/existing bills or needs to be returned. Detailed analysis when dealing with queries on unpaid debts to resolve client and fee earner issues and ultimately ensure this is resolved and payment is received. Constant monitoring of WIP, billing and activity levels, to include arranging and attending meetings with the Departmental Managers/ Practice Managers to discuss. Completing monthly billing reports for specific clients. A little about you: Ideally the candidate will have experience of working in a revenue/billing/credit control environment within the legal sector. Or, at least 2 years of professional experience in the accountancy area and or experienced in WIP management Ability to build effective relationships and influence senior stakeholders High attention to detail and confident in working with excel in order to provide data Experience of working within a Partnership About Us At Howes Percival, we are driven by a commitment to our clients and a passion for achieving their goals. With a rich heritage spanning over 200 years, we have evolved into a leading law firm with a reputation for delivering exceptional results across a wide range of practice areas. Our team comprises highly skilled lawyers who combine deep industry knowledge with innovative thinking to provide strategic advice and tailored solutions to our diverse client base. As an employer, we value talent, diversity, and collaboration. We foster a supportive and inclusive culture where every team member is empowered to thrive and make a meaningful impact. Joining Howes Percival means being part of a dynamic growing and forward-thinking firm dedicated to excellence in legal practice and client service. Below are some other reasons that help us in our mission ‘to be a place where people want to work and enjoy working: We have been accredited with “Investors in People“ since 1996 and shortlisted for Employer of the Year in 2023. We achieved a three-star accreditation in the top 75 “Best Companies“ (formerly The Sunday Times Best Companies Awards) and ranked second in the top 10 “Best Large Law Firms to Work For“ category. Our lawyers come from a variety of backgrounds, many from larger and City firms, some from in-house – we all share the same Howes Percival DNA and all of this rich experience is there for you to learn from. We offer a wide range of benefits for all our valued employees including (but not limited to); Perks at Work discounts, profit share scheme and discretionary bonus, 25 days holiday entitlement, one paid ‘charity day’ per year, comprehensive private medical cover, plus a well being calendar with a wide range of regular events