The New York office of Lewis Brisbois is seeking an experienced Senior Financial Systems Administrator provides technical leadership for databases, system integrations, and financial applications across the firm.

The Senior Financial Systems Administrator should have subject matter expertise with the Aderant Expert suite and provide overall accounting systems integration support including design and maintenance of Aderant Drive Portals as well as custom reports from Aderant Expert system.

The role will involve creating custom inquiries and reports, testing and implementing customizations, end-user support and working as a liaison with colleagues in the IT department and other internal business partners.

Specific projects and responsibilities include maintaining and customizing financial systems and legal business applications, developing inquiries and reports as needed, customizing financial systems, overseeing data feeds in and out of Aderant, iManage, Chrome River and other systems, testing new customizations, and providing user support.

We offer competitive compensation and in addition, Lewis Brisbois offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with employer contribution, as well as sick and vacation time. We also offer excellent opportunities for growth and advancement while working with a collaborative team. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:

The following list of essential functions is not exhaustive and other duties may be assigned in addition to those listed. The items listed are considered daily functions associated with this position.

• Assist in maintaining and customizing legal business and financial systems: Aderant Expert, iTimekeep, Drive, Chrome River, iManage, eDockets, Citrix, BigHand, etc.
• Work with attorneys and clients to create custom client portals using Aderant Drive
• Customize/modify systems as necessary.
• Creates Microsoft SQL Server tables, views and stored procedures as needed
• Design, code and test new database integrations.
• Maintain existing financial software system by identifying and correcting software code deficiencies.
• Work with members of IT and Finance Departments to troubleshoot, implement and design technical solutions and IT systems as assigned.
• Attend all relevant technical conversion planning meetings.
• This role is highly technical yet service-oriented, requiring a deep understanding of law firm financial systems and accounting coupled with a dedication to high-level customer service.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Advanced Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio and T-SQL skill is a must
• Experience with Aderant Expert Suite is a must
• Working knowledge of the Microsoft stack: Active Directory, Server operating systems, Group Policy, file and network security, etc.
• SSRS, SSIS and VBA knowledge is required
• Knowledge of Aderant security setup
• Understanding of development and programming principles
• Application architecture, design and error trapping
• Self-starter who can work with little supervision, be extremely organized and very detail-oriented in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to multi-task effectively and prioritize incoming work to meet deadlines
• Demonstrate a professional demeanor and customer service approach at all times
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum five (5) years of experience with large firm financial systems such as Aderant Expert or Elite as well as familiarity with client portal development such as HighQ.
• Ability to execute under pressure and within tight timelines while juggling multiple projects.
• A self-starter with enthusiasm, who can work independently with minimal oversight on certain projects but who is also a team player and can support projects when needed.
• College degree in computer-related field or equivalent experience.

Lewis Brisbois is not accepting search firm submissions for this position.

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