Finance Systems Analyst
Department: Business Operations- - Chief Information Office - Applications & Development - Data & Analytics - 9311
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Remote (UK)
Reporting To: Dawn Hawley
Description
Finance Systems specialist looking for an exciting challenge within one of the UK's most exciting legal firms? We are looking for an experienced Finance Systems Analyst who can assist with the maintenance and continuous improvements of the finance systems to improve the service we provide to our stakeholders.
Meet the team: The Finance Systems Team consists of Systems Analyst Developers and are primarily responsible for supporting, upgrading and the ongoing development of the Finance Systems. The team also has responsibility for maintaining our existing suite of SSRS reports and developing new reports as required. We are also involved in training users in the use of the Aderant system and encouraging best practice regarding financial activities.
What you will be doing:
Working as part of a large and friendly team providing assistance on all aspects of finance system work. You'll work with the finance system team to:
1. Support the management, maintenance and technical ownership of the Firm’s Practice Management System (Aderant Expert 8.2) and other finance related applications
2. Lead or support the enhancement and development of Finance related applications
3. Prepare and maintain documentation relating to systems, processes and procedures
4. Act as a subject matter expert and share knowledge and best practice with other team members and stakeholders
5. Establish & maintain strong collaborative relationships to ensure effective process integration
6. Perform daily reviews of systems interfaces and investigation/resolution of any issues
7. Complete month end and year end system reconciliations
8. Provide on request reporting and analysis for the Firm
9. Develop tools for the Finance team to make processes more efficient
10. Manage escalated 2nd & 3rd line support calls
What you will need:
1. Advanced understanding of the Aderant Practice Management System, including the front-end application and back-end tables
2. Recent experience of working with all Aderant components (EA Pro, Expert AP, Expert Billing, Expert Classic etc) including developing customisations with Expert’s Design Studio
3. Demonstrable knowledge of accounting systems gained within the legal sector
4. Knowledge and understanding of financial processes and accounting rules
5. Proficiency in Microsoft SQL server and related products (SSRS, SSIS, SSAS)
6. Client facing ethic
7. A high degree of drive, self-motivation and enthusiasm, including a willingness to work flexible hours as the role demands
8. Strong analytical, diagnostic and problem-solving skills
9. Ability to identify and develop solutions to enhance and maintain IT/Finance services
10. Pro-active in seeking out tasks and efficient execution thereof
11. Ability to deal with difficult or demanding situations
12. An ability to work within, and contribute to structured frameworks controlling change
13. Excellent planning and organisational skills
14. Excellent written, verbal communication and negotiating skills, including the ability to share knowledge appropriately and to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences
15. A commitment to delivering excellent levels of service to internal and external clients at all times
Benefits, Agile Working and Additional information
We embrace agile working and offer a blended approach to where and how we work. We appreciate that people have different needs and preferences and we’re keen to be flexible, after all, we value what you do, not where you do it.
We have the following hubs across the UK: Birmingham, Bristol, Leicester, Lincoln, London, Milton Keynes, Nottingham, Solihull, Stratford upon Avon, Sheffield and in the South; Crawley, East Grinstead, Lewes, Brighton, Eastbourne, Seaford, Peacehaven, Storrington, Chichester & Southampton as well as our Scotland office located in Edinburgh.
Additional information
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Due to the nature of the work undertaken, confirmation of employment will be subject to a variety of checks which will be carried out once an offer of employment is accepted. Details of the checks can be found here.
Equal opportunities
Ampa Group is a committed equal opportunities employer. We seek to attract, develop and retain talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. We value and respect individuality and encourage a culture within our business where people can be themselves and be valued for their strengths and experiences. Everyone who either applies to or works for the firm is treated equally, regardless of their gender, age, ethnic origin, nationality, marital status, sexual orientation or religious beliefs.
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