Job Description

Are you looking for the next step in your finance career, or even to progress your career specifically into the legal finance sector? Are you interested in joining an experienced Finance team at

Brachers

who embraces the latest technology, so you can gain exposure to a variety of finance systems? Do you want to join a national group of leading regional law firms, dedicated to delivering comprehensive legal support and committed to ambitious growth? Do you like the sound of a highly competitive benefits package, hybrid working opportunities, social events and much more?

Clients are at the heart of everything we do, and we pride ourselves on our professional approach to handling their accounts. This role will give you the opportunity to undertake good quality work and develop your career within a highly reputable legal practice. A minimum of 1 years' finance experience within a professional services environment is required. Experience in billing and credit control within a law firm and familiarity with legal finance systems such as Aderant are especially desirably (however training will be provided).


This role is working in the Revenue section of our finance team, reporting into the Revenue Manager, supporting the legal teams with their revenue work and ensuring that clients invoices are processed accurately and in a timely manner. Key responsibilities include:

Process invoices in line with client agreements and internal procedures, as instructed by legal teams. Ensure bills comply with VAT regulations and accurately reflect time and disbursements, adhering to lawyer instructions and firm write-off policies. Handle time transfers, narrative amendments, and other day-to-day tasks within the Revenue section. Generate billing guides and reports on work in progress and matter balances for lawyer review and action. Assisting the firms Credit Controller, in accordance with the firms collections policy. Respond promptly to employee queries, providing information or guidance to ensure deadlines are met. Maintain awareness of Solicitors Accounts Rules, firm accounts procedures, and anti-money laundering protocols to ensure compliance.

The team at

Brachers

currently consists of 15 individuals; 7 on the Cashiering/Purchase Ledger team, 4 on the Working Capital team and 2 on the Accountant team. The team is led by

Phil Hayward

, and you will be expected to work in a team, alongside similarly experienced colleagues, as well as the highly experienced and qualified members across the national Lawfront team.


You must be able to demonstrate strong numeracy skills and attention to detail. You will need to have excellent organisation skills, with the ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines. Ideally you will be self-motivated, enthusiastic and capable of working independently and as part of a team. Good interpersonal skills and a proactive approach to resolving queries are also essential to succeed in this role.

Why join Brachers?

At Brachers, our vision and ambition are driven by our people. You'll find individuals at our firm with impressive skills and expertise, who are full of drive and ideas. We see opportunities in challenges, embrace change, and are committed to delivering the best service, reflected in our recognition in The Times 'Best Law Firms List 2025'. We have an open, supportive, and friendly culture where collaboration and innovation thrive, and where people feel happy. This is endorsed by feedback from our staff, which led to our accreditation by employee engagement specialist, Best Companies, as an 'outstanding' place to work and a 'Top 10 Law Firm to Work For'.


In 2025, we became part of Lawfront, a national group of leading regional law firms dedicated to delivering comprehensive legal support to individuals and businesses nationwide. With a defined vision and plan for growth, we have created a culture of working together to achieve. We are looking to recruit people with ambition, drive and a can-do attitude to be part of our journey.


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Details

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Type

Permanent - Full Time


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Office

Brachers Maidstone Office


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Location

Maidstone


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Salary Description

Dependent on experience, competitive


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Job Function

Finance - Credit Control