Financial Systems Manager

Arthur J. Gallagher • Rolling Meadows, IL

160d • $90,000 - $175,500 • Remote

About The Position

The Financial Systems Manager is responsible for overseeing the Financial Systems team and managing all aspects of divisional financial systems testing, integration, support, and reporting. This role will provide strategic leadership, ensure operational excellence, and drive process improvements to support the organization's financial systems. The Financial Systems Manager will collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor team members, and ensure alignment with organizational goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (Accounting/Finance)
• Minimum of 8 years general accounting experience and/or minimum 6 years of insurance brokerage accounting experience required.
• Strong accounting process knowledge and understanding of G.A.A.P.
• Excellent Microsoft Excel Skills including advanced formula usage.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum 6 years supervisory experience preferred.
• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or Business Administration.
• Experience managing large-scale financial system implementations or upgrades.
• Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams and driving process improvements.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight and leadership for the testing and conversion of accounting data from branch agency management systems to central divisional systems, ensuring data accuracy and reconciliation.
• Manage the planning, testing, and implementation of agency management system upgrades, production maintenance, and new functionality.
• Lead the resolution of production issues, ensuring timely and effective support for agency management system accounting processes and users.
• Establish and maintain prioritization frameworks for production support issues, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Collaborate with internal and external development teams to implement and optimize system functionality, ensuring alignment with business needs.
• Develop and execute training programs and communication strategies for finance and accounting users on new system functionality and reporting tools.
• Oversee the development, testing, and maintenance of finance and accounting reports in agency management systems and ancillary reporting systems.
• Establish and maintain comprehensive documentation for accounting system procedures, testing protocols, and system processes.
• Ensure the organization and compliance of all electronic files and documentation for the accounting center.
• Lead and manage various projects, audits, and initiatives to support organizational objectives.

Benefits

• Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one!
• Life and accident insurance
• 401(K) and Roth options
• Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA)
• Educational expense reimbursement
• Paid parental leave
• Digital mental health services (Talkspace)
• Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function)
• Training programs
• Gallagher Thrive program - elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing
• Charitable matching gift program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree