Job Details

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Financial Systems Analyst to join a leading City law firm.

The financial systems team reports to the assistant finance director and works alongside the Business
Transformation Team focusing on the financial aspects of the firm's various projects. The team aims to initiate new ideas and affect change within the business to increase efficiency and profitability.

Purpose

The successful candidate will facilitate the effective use of systems and technology in the finance department. This will include the effective use of the Elite PMS ensuring that the system's functionality is fully utilised to meet the needs of the firm. The role is to support and maintain the current technology, dealing with day to day issues and queries.

Key tasks and responsibilities

*Facilitating the effective use of systems and technology in the accounts function as directed by
the Head of Business Intelligence.
*Create, test and deliver financial reports to the firm.
*Trouble-shoot system issues.
*Resolve posting queries raised by the accounts departments.
*The systematic testing of data to ensure the data in Elite is correct.
*Working with and directing external suppliers.

Key technical competencies

*Good knowledge of Elite Enterprise application.
*Good knowledge of the Elite table structure.
*Good knowledge of Elite Webview.
*Good understanding of the ARC's system.
*The ability to write new and modify existing Whitehill templates.
*Must have a good knowledge of accounting principles.
*Crystal Reporting Experience (or equivalent) is essential.

Interpersonal skills

*The person must have a 'hands on' attitude
*Highly self-motivated and keen to learn new skills (enthusiastic and willing).
*Able to work under pressure
*Proactive, energetic and enthusiastic with high professional standards.
*Good communicator with high levels of interpersonal skills.
*Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
*Demonstrable team player, with flexible attitude and approach to work and work colleagues.
*Ability to analyse and solve problems quickly and efficiently.
*Excellent written and verbal communication skills.