Manager of Financial Systems - Chicago

Job Description

Job Description

Manager of Financial Systems
Remote or Hybrid (must reside in a state/jurisdiction where the firm operates)
Full-Time
$185,000 – $200,000 annually

A nationally recognized law firm is seeking a Manager of Financial Systems to lead financial systems reporting, analytics, and data integration initiatives. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Financial Analysis, this role is ideal for a technical and people-focused leader with deep experience in legal financial systems and reporting operations.

• Lead and manage a team responsible for financial systems reporting and data delivery
• Develop and maintain reporting solutions using PowerBI, SSRS, SQL, and Elite 3E
• Translate financial metrics and KPIs into data queries and reporting tools
• Design, implement, troubleshoot, and maintain financial applications and integrations
• Collaborate with Finance, Accounting, and IT teams to support reporting and analytics initiatives
• Develop SQL functions, stored procedures, and ETL processes for financial data management
• Identify process improvements and maintain system consistency across financial platforms
• Serve as a key stakeholder and decision-maker for financial systems and reporting solutions

• 3+ years of legal industry experience required
• Prior experience supporting legal financial systems and reporting operations required
• 2+ years of management or team leadership experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of Elite 3E, PowerBI, SSRS, SSIS, SSAS, and SQL development
• Experience with financial systems architecture, reporting, and data integration
• Strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills
• Ability to manage projects and teams in a collaborative, fast-paced environment

Comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off and sick leave
• Parking/transit reimbursement (where applicable)
• Employee assistance and referral programs

This opportunity offers leadership responsibility, advanced technical work, and the ability to drive strategic financial reporting initiatives within a sophisticated law firm environment.