Accounts Receivable Specialist / Credit Controller

Accounts Receivable Specialist / Credit Controller

Belfast (BT2)

Salary £30-£35K DOE

McKinty Associates is delighted to be assisting our client, an innovative and progressive law firm in Belfast city centre providing legal solutions to businesses and individuals throughout Northern.

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Executive / Credit Controller to join our clients Finance team. This is a key role within the firm, responsible for solely managing the accounts receivable function - safeguarding cash flow, while maintaining the strong, long-standing client relationships. Working closely with partners and fee earners to ensure timely billing, proactive credit management, and effective resolution of payment queries.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Accounts Receivable

• Proactively monitor aged debt and follow up with clients in a professional and constructive manner ensuring invoices are collected within agreed terms.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with long-standing clients while ensuring payment discipline
• Maintain adequate records of conversations with solicitors and clients on credit control and actions arising from meetings and conversations
• Negotiate and monitor payment plans where appropriate
• Escalate high-risk or persistent debt issues to senior management
• Prepare aged debtor reports and statements of account
• Provide regular debtor reports and commentary to support informed decision-making.
• Advise on client payment trends and potential credit risks.

Billing

• Support fee earners in timely billing and conversion of WIP to billed revenue.
• Processing invoices on practice management system.
• Assist in identifying billing delays and supporting fee earners in resolving them.

Eligibility criteria:

• Recent relevant experience in a finance team (3 years plus)
• Previous experience in credit control or accounts receivable, ideally within a professional services environment
• Strong understanding of debtor management and cash flow principles
• Practical knowledge of computerised accounts packages
• Good numeracy and time management skills
• Strong IT skills and ability to work to deadlines
• Keen eye for detail
• Good communication skills
• Excellent telephone manner

Ideally, you will have previously worked in a legal or professional services office or similar environment. This is a fantastic opportunity where the right candidate will join a leading legal firm.

Applications for this role will be considered immediately with a view to placing the right individual ASAP, so please register your interest early. Please note, the opening may close in advance of advertised closing date - this is a guideline only.

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