Finance Systems

Saturday, 19 July 2008 8:10PM

Finance Systems

FINANCE SYSTEMS

Finance Systems Support Analyst/Administrator
The Support Analyst/Administrator normally works within the Finance Systems Team and provides the firms front end users with day to day support and training on using the firms systems. Excellent communication skills are essential and a strong empathy for systems and finance. These individuals often come from front end user roles such as a Legal Cashier or Assistant Accountant. Would normally expect this individual to possess 6+ years experience. Click here for the Job Specification.

Finance Systems Analyst/Systems Accountant
The Systems Accountant initially evolved from the need to bridge the gap between Finance & IT. In recent years the role has become ever present within Law firms as the disparity between the classic accounting and systems roles decreases. As Law firms recognise the need to improve internal procedures & controls and become more commercially focused, the role of the Systems Accountant has become invaluable. These individuals usually combine the knowledge of an Accountant with strong systems skills and the ability to interpret both sides of the equation confidently. Historically not always qualified accountants they possess a unique skill-set. Would normally expect an individual to possess 6+ years experience. (Job Spec available soon)

Finance Systems Manager
The Finance Systems Manager will normally possess a strong background accounting management and systems and include a majority of the duties of a Finance Systems Analyst. The focus tends to be on project management and assessment and day to day management of the Finance Systems Team. They will work closely with the senior finance managers in establishing the firms requirements. Would normally expect this individual to possess 10+ years experience. Click here for the Job Specification.

Report Writer/Developer/Business Reporting Analyst
As Law firms strive to get the most from their practice management systems and become more commercially focused the role of the Report Writer/Developer has become more valuable. Often working with the Systems Accountant/Financial Systems Analyst or Financial Controller, the Report Writer/Developer will have an indepth understanding of the requirements of the firm and the various practice groups. This individual normally possesses technical IT skills alongside a strong understanding of finance. Would normally expect this individual to possess 8+ years experience. Click here for the Job Specification.

Business Reporting Manager
Responsible for managing all aspects of a frims reporting & systems. As a managerial role the position encompasses staff management, motivation ,training & development. Involved in working on a wide variety of projects throughtout the firm, the indicidual must possess a high degree of technical and communication skillsto design, build and implement complex and leading edge reporting solutions for both internal and external clients. Click here for the Job Specification.

Finance Training Manager
Larger firms may have the need for a specific Finance Training Manager, whose is responsible for ensuring firmwide education of internal and external policies and procedures in relation to financial processes and management of the business. Strong training and communication skills are an essential criteria alongside a thorough understanding of financial procedures, regulatory and legislative requirements. Click here for the Job Specification.

Legal Accounts Software Trainer
The Accounts Software Trainer is usually found in Technology Companies that provide on or off-site support to their Clients. Often these individuals are recruited having gained exposure as a user from a transactional perspective such as a Legal Cashier. The role requires strong user skills and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively procedures and techniques. Would normally expect this individual to possess anywhere from 5-12 years experience. Click here for the Job Specification.