Senior Finance Systems Manager
- london, england, United Kingdom
- £80 - £100 Per Hour
Job Description
We are working with a leading London law firm to source an experienced Finance Systems Senior Manager to lead the support, optimisation, and ongoing development of the organisation’s practice management system. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring data integrity, enhancing system capabilities, overseeing system accountants and support teams, and driving continuous improvement across a wide portfolio of finance technologies.
You will act as the primary liaison between Finance and IT for all finance systems, playing a pivotal role in system strategy, incident management, and the delivery of best‑practice solutions. This position also provides the opportunity to shape future roadmaps, contribute to transformation projects, and lead a high‑performing team.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage Finance Systems Support and Systems Accountant teams, ensuring high‑quality service delivery and continuous improvement.
- Oversee the integrity, performance and configuration of core finance systems.
- Act as the key point of contact between Finance and IT, managing escalations, major incidents and system‑related communications.
- Drive functional enhancements, system upgrades, and the introduction of new technologies or replacement solutions.
- Provide strategic leadership, coaching and development for team members, fostering innovation and best practice.
- Own and manage additional finance‑related systems (e.g. expenses, time recording, workflow tools, eBilling).
- Manage vendor relationships and represent the finance function in cross‑department initiatives.
- Deliver ongoing training and guidance to stakeholders and end‑users, ensuring adoption and effective use of systems.
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels to gather feedback and shape system roadmaps.
- Contribute to finance and IT controls audits, ensuring compliance and robust governance.
About You
- Degree educated (or equivalent).
- Accounting training or qualification is advantageous.
- Strong background working with senior stakeholders within complex, international environments.
- Excellent technical and business acumen with the ability to influence strategic direction.
- Significant experience working with finance systems; knowledge of legal finance platforms such as 3E is highly desirable.
- Demonstrable experience managing high‑performing teams.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to work effectively across all levels.
- Proven track record in delivering measurable process improvements and supporting continuous change.