Client Accounting Coordinator

Client Accounting Coordinator

Full-time | Professional Services Firm

£35-45,000

 
A leading professional services firm is looking for a highly organised and detail‑driven Client Accounting Coordinator to join its finance team. This role is ideal for someone with billing or accounting experience—ideally within a law firm or partnership environment—who thrives in a fast‑paced, client-focused setting.

What You’ll Do

• Set up and maintain accurate client and matter information.
• Produce and distribute monthly and ad‑hoc prebills.
• Update prebills based on instructions from fee‑earners and prepare final client bills.
• Track billing progress and ensure compliance with internal procedures and ethical guidelines.
• Review all final bills before sending to clients.
• Post bills into the accounting system and maintain accurate billing records.
• Support fee‑earners in understanding and applying client billing requirements.
• Handle billing queries from internal teams and clients.
• Assist with accounts receivable and collections activity when needed.

 

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required; further education preferred.

 

Experience & Skills

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in billing or accounting.
• Experience within a law firm or professional services environment is preferred.
• Strong skills in Word, Excel, Access and general database tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organised and able to manage competing deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail with high accuracy in all documentation.
• Calm, professional and collaborative, even under pressure.
• Flexible and able to work additional hours at short notice when required.

 

Other Requirements

• Able to use good judgement when instructions are unclear.
• Strong listening skills and ability to process complex information.
• Able to undertake light filing or lifting
• Adaptable and comfortable with changing priorities.

 

Why Apply?

This is a great opportunity to join a supportive, professional team where precision, service, and collaboration are highly valued. You’ll work closely with colleagues across the business and play a key role in ensuring efficient, accurate billing processes.