Financial Systems Analyst

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Foley & Lardner LLP is currently seeking a Financial Systems Analyst to join our Master Files team in our Accounting & Finance department. The right candidate will perform client, matter, and timekeeper maintenance. The Analyst will work closely with Accounting & Finance staff, especially with Billing Coordinators and the eBilling team, to maintain the overall setup and accuracy of the firm's financial data.  This person will also recommend and implement best practices in maintaining the integrity of the client, matter, and timekeeper data in the firm’s financial systems.   

• Serve as a subject matter expert regarding the firm’s master files in the financial systems
• Supervise the Master Files inbox requests to assure that requests are handled and properly completed on a timely basis
• Ensure timekeeper billing rates and alternative fee arrangements are accurately set up in the accounting system, documented, and can be reported on
• Review/interpret client terms and ultimately communicate those terms when needed
• Translate engagement terms and billing guidelines into system configuration to minimize billing discrepancies, errors, and delays
• Assess change requests for validity, approval when required, and adherence to any existing client or firm guidelines

• High School Diploma/GED required; Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• Minimum of (3) years’ experience in a financial systems or related client accounting/billing role required
• Experience working in a law firm or professional services environment required
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• In-depth knowledge of all aspects of the time and billing process, including system setups, master files, inquiry, and reporting desired
• Experience in 3E software preferred

In support of transparency and equity in the workplace, Foley provides salary ranges for all positions. The figures below represent the full compensation range of this position. The actual offered amount will be between the range minimum and midpoint based on the following factors: education, experience, geographic market, and internal pay equity at Foley.

Milwaukee - $62,100 to $86,900
Chicago & Houston - $68,300 to $95,600