Billings & Revenue Accountant - Law Firm

About the role

Gateworth is supporting a leading law firm in its search for a Billings & Revenue Accountant to join the Finance Department in Dubai. Reporting to a Regional Controller, the role owns the end-to-end billing cycle, working closely with Partners to deliver accurate and timely client invoicing, effective work-in-progress management and reporting that supports the firm's revenue and cash flow objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Collate, evaluate and finalise client invoices according to Partner instructions and client billing guidelines, running monthly and quarterly billing cycles in line with the firm's billing calendar.
• Support client matters while ensuring accurate data entry and full compliance with firm policies, external requirements and accounting procedures.
• Monitor work-in-progress by reviewing outstanding balances with Partners, identifying ageing balances and coordinating timely billing decisions.
• Act as key contact for client and internal billing enquiries, process credit memos and write-offs where needed.
• Produce and analyse billing reports, assist management with financial analysis and take part in process improvement initiatives.
• Handle ad-hoc duties and special projects assigned by the Controller.

Required profile

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration.
• Proven experience in a billing role within a law firm.
• Hands-on experience with billing systems such as Aderant or Elite, and knowledge of legal billing processes, e-billing platforms and client billing guidelines.
• Ability to work independently, use initiative and recommend improvements to existing practices.
• Strong organisational and time management skills to meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative, proactive and client-focused approach.

Required skills

• Billing systems (e.g. Aderant, Elite)
• Microsoft Excel and the wider Microsoft Office suite
• High accuracy, attention to detail and analytical and problem-solving skills

Compensation is AED 18,000 to 22,000 plus statutory benefits. Applications are made through Gateworth quoting reference 34626.