Finance Systems Manager (734) Permanent

The Finance Systems Manager will be responsible for managing, maintaining and enhancing the firm’s financial systems. The firm’s practice management system is Aderant.  This role will play a critical part in ensuring that Finance systems operate effectively, support finance operations and improve user experience through system development, configuration and training.

The role holder will lead system upgrade projects, working collaboratively with the IT department to implement technical fixes, and provide expert guidance to users, ensuring that the firm maximises the value of its finance systems.

An upgrade of the core Aderant system is scheduled for the beginning of 2026, transitioning the hosting of the system from on premises to the Aderant AWS cloud offering, Sierra. The Finance System Manager will be responsible for delivering this upgrade and for future roll outs of additional functionality and upgrades.

Knowledge/skills/experience

• Proven experience managing and supporting Aderant
• Strong technical expertise in system configuration, upgrades, and troubleshooting
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail
• Ability to manage projects, work to deadlines, prioritise effectively and coordinate with multiple stakeholders
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to train and support non-technical users
• Strong knowledge and experience with SQL, Excel and reporting tools (such as SSRS Report Builder and Power BI)
• Knowledge of legal finance operations and regulatory requirements
• Familiarity with system integrations and automation solutions