Financial Systems Analyst

Employment Type: Full-TimeThis position will focus on maintaining the accuracy, integrity, and reliability of the firm's financial systems and accounting data across a multinational, multicurrency environment. The successful candidate will investigate accounting discrepancies, reconcile subledger and general ledger balances, develop reporting tools, and implement controls that improve financial accuracy and operational efficiency. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically proficient law firm finance professional with strong analytical capabilities and experience working with sophisticated financial systems.

Key Responsibilities: Conduct periodic and ad hoc reviews of accounting systems to identify discrepancies, balancing issues, and data inconsistencies. Investigate and resolve subledger-to-general-ledger discrepancies within a multinational, multicurrency environment. Identify general ledger mapping and masking errors, user input errors, and system-related accounting issues. Develop and enhance financial reports to identify balancing discrepancies and improve operational efficiency. Establish and maintain financial controls that support accuracy and compliance with applicable accounting standards. Perform monthly reviews of partner tax withholding and capital accounts. Review manual general ledger journal entries and monitor account integrity. Collaborate with financial systems administrators and accounting departments to troubleshoot issues and improve reporting. Review intercompany accounts and related transactions. Reconcile accounts payable and client costs advanced. Evaluate accounting records for compliance with GAAP, IFRS, and established internal accounting policies. Identify opportunities to automate reporting, streamline reconciliation processes, and strengthen financial controls.

Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. Minimum of five years of experience within a multinational law firm in financial systems, FP&A, accounting analytics, or a related function. Advanced proficiency in SQL and Microsoft Excel. Strong understanding of accounting databases and financial systems. Comprehensive knowledge of GAAP and IFRS reporting requirements. Demonstrated experience investigating accounting discrepancies and performing financial reconciliations. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving capabilities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to collaborate effectively with accounting, finance, and technology teams. Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Experience: Hands-on experience with Elite 3E.Experience working with multicurrency accounting systems and international financial operations. Background developing automated financial reporting and reconciliation tools. Experience improving financial data integrity and internal controls.