Financial IS Systems Manager

Benesch Law•Chicago, IL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Benesch is seeking a Financial IS Systems Manager for their Chicago office. This is a hybrid position with work from home flexibility. The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of experience in accounting or ERP systems, with specific experience in Aderant accounting software, SQL, and PowerBI. Proficiency in Aderant Classic and Aderant Expert user interfaces and table structures is required. This role combines HRIS experience with financial acumen and offers an opportunity to advance in project and change management. The Financial IS Systems Manager is responsible for the administration, organization, and strategic support of Benesch's financial systems, primarily the Aderant Expert financial system. This position leads the planning, implementation, and maintenance of all Financial technology, workflow automation solutions, and financial data critical to Benesch's operations, acting as a liaison between Finance and the Technology team.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance or Systems
7–10 years of experience in financial analysis
Demonstrated expertise in data analysis and progressive responsibility in related roles
Strong project management skills with the proven ability to successfully oversee multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, including experience working with large datasets
Highly proficient in SQL
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (with advanced Excel skills)
Highly proficient in Power BI
Aderant (preferred) or 3E experience in a legal setting
Experience with Aderant accounting software
Experience with SQL
Experience with PowerBI
Proficient in Aderant Classic and Aderant Expert user interfaces and table structures
HRIS experience
Financial acumen
Project and change management experience

Nice To Haves

Aderant experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

Serves as the primary business owner and subject matter expert for the Aderant Expert System.
Develops and maintains strategies for business applications, identifying opportunities for process improvement.
Manages system security and data integrity by acting as a data steward for the firm's financial data.
Oversees the implementation and upgrades of accounting applications, manages project timelines, budgets and resources.
Manages financial systems, related user support functions, user training, and work balancing efforts for the Finance Department systems.
Maintains the rate tables and billing templates. Oversees annual rate change process and billing system updates.
Develops and manages metrics and reporting to identify and enable continuous improvement efforts, aiding in the development of financial reporting solutions.
Develops and/or enhances Financial System business administration and supports policies, procedures, and provides support documentation.
Drives continuous improvement efforts over Aderant system capabilities, identifying best practices and system enhancements.
Oversees the automation of Revenue Cycle reporting.
Performs other Finance department analytical projects as required.