Financial Systems Administrator (Melbourne or Sydney)
Financial Systems Administrator (Melbourne or Sydney)
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Job Description
- Join 2025 winner of Australia Firm of the Year International Financial Law Review (IFLR)
- Focus on ensuring the seamless operation performance and ongoing evolution of our Practice Management System (Elite) and related platforms
- If you enjoy problem solving improving workflows and seeing your solutions used firmwide this could be the right move for you Value add role with real impact
Who are we
A firm born in Asia underpinned by world class capability.
With over 3700 lawyers in 27 global locations we help our clients manage their risk and enable their growth. Our fullservice offering combines unmatched top tier local capability complemented with an international platform.
We have deep roots in Australia spanning almost 200 years and acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional owners and custodians of these lands and waters.
Role Detail
Part of our wider Finance team you will be joining our highly regarded Systems & Data team. Reporting to the Financial Systems Manager the focus of this role is to ensure the ongoing seamless operation and viability of our Practice Management System (PMS) Elite and related systems. This role aims to enhance the quality and depth of systems ensuring seamless operation by identifying and resolving issues that may impact the reliability and performance of the system.
Who uses Elite in the firm Lawyers for time entry and matter information; Finance teams for accounting and billing; Technology for system maintenance and data reporting; Management for strategic decisionmaking based on reporting You will have exposure and contact with most areas of the firm!
With flexibility to be based in our Melbourne or Sydney CBD office drawing on your Finance lens this role will focus on:
Ensuring base functionality for Elite and related systems is operating as designed with version upgrades in line with documentation provided and that any subsequent hotfixes and patches are functioning as specified.
Investigating and resolving issues raised by the business.
Ensuring appropriate testing of changes to software.
Communicating effectively escalating issues and following up with the most appropriate resources to ensure timely and effective resolution.
Ensuring accurate and timely system balancing in line with financial timeframes.
Participating in and providing support for projects.
About You
This role requires a maturity and pragmatism that comes from experience As a natural problem solver your analytical skills will be valued when solving escalated system challenges. As a one team one firm culture you will have an excellence without arrogance ethos and a client centric approach. You will also need:
Elite 3E or Elite Enterprise expertise
Financial systems knowledge
Familiarity with law firm operations
Strong problemsolving and communication skills
Knowledge of accounting concepts and techniques.
Data analysis skills.
Ability to interrogate system tables to assist with analytical system reviews.
Experience with MS SQL Server database and tools.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Flexibility to work outside typical business hours as needed.
Excellent time management skills.
Next Steps
Please click Apply Now to apply online with your cover letter summarising why youre applying and your resume to support your experience.
Applications close COB Tuesday 27th May 2025.
If you have any questions or need any further information please dont hesitate to reach out to Sophie on 02).
If you are not an Australian citizen or permanent resident you must hold all visas and other approvals necessary for you to work for the firm in Australia.
Why work with us
We promote a collaborative culture where people feel respected valued and supported both personally and professionally and where diversity and inclusion also play an important role in enhancing our knowledge driving innovative solutions for our clients and creating positive social impact.
As part of the KWM community youll have access to a suite of wellbeing initiatives benefits policies and processes to enable you to achieve your career goals.
At KWM well provide you with the platform to Learn Master Lead.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
