Financial Software Consultancy
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified accountant to join a fast-growing, international software consultancy in a newly created Revenue Control Accountant position. This role sits at the heart of the finance function and will play a key role in strengthening revenue processes, improving working capital performance and supporting the wider financial control environment.
About
Working closely with the Financial Controller, the successful candidate will take ownership of the end-to-end revenue control cycle across billing, debtor management and revenue accounting support, while acting as the primary finance contact for all revenue-related audit activity. This is a highly visible role suited to a qualified accountant with strong post-qualified experience and a proactive, detail-oriented approach. The position offers broad exposure across finance, operations and commercial teams, making it an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys improving processes, driving accountability and operating within a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities will include overseeing the monthly billing cycle, ensuring the integrity of project and billing data, managing revenue reconciliations and supporting the correct accounting treatment of accrued and deferred income under FRS 102. The role will also take ownership of accounts receivable discipline, debtor reporting and collections activity, with a focus on improving cash conversion and reducing invoice delays. In addition, the Revenue Control Accountant will lead the preparation of revenue-related audit support, coordinate audit requests and maintain clear audit trails across contracts, invoicing and cash collection. The position will also support month-end close activities, balance sheet reconciliations and broader financial control initiatives as required. This is an opportunity for a high-potential candidate to make a name for themselves in the business, with the intention that the new hire steps up to become Financial Controller for the business in c. 2-3 years.
Skills
Candidates should demonstrate strong technical accounting knowledge alongside excellent organisational and stakeholder management skills. Prior experience within professional services, consulting or project-based environments would be advantageous, as would exposure to systems such as Kantata and Sage.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and evolving business where the role will have genuine impact and visibility across the organisation.
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Please note that due to the expected volume of applications, we will only be able to respond to those candidates whose experience matches the requirements of our client. If you have not heard from us within the next ten days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Walker Hamill has been a specialist finance and strategy recruiter for approaching 40 years. We have an extensive client group, including major multinational listed organisations, private equity-backed businesses and privately owned companies. We recruit across all sectors and have particularly strong client relationships in private equity, media, retail, pharma/biotech, technology, property/real estate, leisure and business services. Headquartered in London, we have additional offices in continental Europe.