About Dentons
Dentons is the world's largest law firm. We're 20,000+ people globally across 80+ countries including USA; Europe; India and Asia. We are a global polycentric firm which is expanding rapidly in an increasingly globalised legal industry.
Dentons now consistently ranks as one of the five best regarded legal brands in the world according to the Acritas Global Elite Law Firm Brand Index.
About the Role
Dentons is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Credit Controller on a
12-month fixed-term
basis to manage client accounts and ensure timely settlement of invoices. In this role, you will maintain accurate collection records, track outstanding balances, and apply credit procedures to resolve overdue accounts. Working closely with clients and Partners, you'll help address payment queries and support strong working relationships. Your contribution will play a vital role in strengthening cash flow, reducing financial risk, and supporting the firm's overall growth.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor and manage client accounts to ensure invoices are paid on time
Produce regular reports on outstanding balances and WIP to inform decision making
Issue invoices and statements in line with credit policies and client agreements
Engage with clients to follow up on overdue accounts and negotiate payment arrangements where required
Collaborate with partners, legal teams, and finance to resolve billing or payment queries promptly
Apply credit control policies effectively and escalate high risk accounts when necessary
Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements in credit management
Assist with daily banking activities, including identifying funds received




Maintain accurate client records, document collection notes, and process credits and write offs in accordance with approvals and policy
Contribute to other tasks as directed
About You
Minimum of
3 years'
experience in a credit collection role with exposure to billings, credit, and collection
Solid understanding of the end-to-end Accounts Receivable Cycle
Performance driven mindset with demonstrated success in meeting and exceeding KPIs in high volume collection environments
Solid written and verbal communication skills; able to manage client and partner relationships professionally
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across various teams
Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and competing deadlines
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite with advanced Excel skills, and experience using ERP systems
Tertiary qualification in Finance or a related discipline preferred
Why Dentons
Dentons Australia offers a wide range of incentives aimed at embracing your authenticity, providing purpose, and strengthening your ongoing development.
We offer:
Equitable salary packaging, incentive pay and rewards
Salary continuous insurance (for permanent employees or employees on a 6 month or more maximum term contract basis)
Salary sacrificing and novated leases




5 days Bonus Leave per year after 12 months of service
Additional leave options
Equal family leave for all genders (including kinship groups)
Floating public holidays for days of cultural significance
Exclusive retailer discounts
Offices designed for collaboration on Gadigal, Naarm, Yuggera, Kaurna and Whadjuk land
Learning & Development opportunities
Generous health and wellbeing programs
Agile and flexible working for all
Social and diversity networks providing year-round events
Opportunities to undertake pro-bono legal work
Diversity, Equality & Inclusion
Embedded in our people is a passion to help others through the delivery of justice. It is through this that our commitment to inclusion, equity, and reconciliation has evolved. We are proud to say that by design, we have no single headquarters or dominant national culture, this means the unique perspectives, experiences, and identities of our people come together globally under one purpose to create an inclusive and accessible environment where anyone can thrive.
Please apply online with your CV, Cover Letter, and academic transcripts. If you have questions beforehand, please email our recruitment team at ******.
Enquiries only please, applications will not be accepted by email.
Agency Submissions
Dentons does not accept agency submissions unless the agency is specifically contacted by a member of the Recruitment Team. Please do not forward candidate profiles or resumes to partners, hiring managers or other employees - this will not constitute an introduction to the firm and Dentons will not be liable for a fee.

📌 Credit Control Officer - Fixed Term (Sydney)
🏢 Dentons
📍 Sydney