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Hogan Lovells Cadwalader is one of the leading global law firms. Our distinctive market position is founded on our exceptional breadth of practice, on deep industry knowledge, and on our 'one team' global approach. Formed through the combination of two top international law firms, Hogan Lovells Cadwalader has around 2,500 lawyers on six continents. With a presence in the world's major financial and commercial markets, we are well placed to provide excellent business-oriented advice to our clients locally and internationally. Our people are the key to our success, which is why we seek to recruit and retain the most talented individuals in all regions of our global practice.

Finance Systems, in liaison with Technology, supports the Finance teams worldwide and provides a reporting facility both for Central Management and to Partners. The team currently consists of the Finance Systems Manager with analysts based in London and Hong Kong, a Senior Finance Systems Manager with analysts based in the US, and a Finance Systems Manager - Product Owner based in London. This is a global team reporting to the Global Head of Finance Systems.

The Finance Systems Team (FST) provides first-line technical support for all computer systems used by the Finance staff of Hogan Lovells Cadwalader worldwide. This currently includes the following systems:

• Elite 3E

• Intapp time entry

• Emburse Enterprise Expense and Invoice

• OneStream Budgeting and GL reporting

• Paperless Billing (Nth Degree)

• Edicom Einvoicing

• eBillinghub delivery of e-billing

Finance systems also support/manage the BI reporting solution in partnership with the Technology team. This solution is currently based on Analysis Services (MDX / DAX) surfaced primarily using SSRS reports and vendor-developed dashboards from Big Square/Foundation Finance.

In addition to support, the department plays an active role in the development and enhancement of our finance systems. This includes application configuration and code development across a range of platforms (SQL, VB.net, MDX / DAX). The department works closely with the Technology team to test and deploy these changes through to production.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary focus of this role is to support our Finance users globally in all applications used by the department. Full training of our systems will be provided but solid experience in supporting 3E and related finance systems is preferred.

We have structured the team such that all team members learn, develop and mentor on a set of core systems skills which are used across many applications. As a team we then assign and rotate periodically specific applications / areas to individuals to lead in that space. It's expected that new members of the team will take time to learn the core skills and applications before specialising. The exact approach on specialisation will be determined by your prior experience, interests and the business need but will serve as a framework for your growth within the team.

This is a hands-on role which at times will mean working unsociable hours to meet the needs of the business. To assist with this responsibility a shared team mailbox is in operation to provide out-of-hours incident support and scheduled out-of-hours work is rotated across the team leveraging our coverage across time zones.

In this role you will have opportunity to interact with a wide range of people including finance and other business services departments, lawyers, partners and senior management. The core responsibilities include:

• Responsibility to provide timely and effective support of finance systems, in liaison with Technology and appropriate vendor support teams. This will involve communicating with users to understand their process request or technical issue, troubleshooting and liaising with other teams and/or suppliers.

• Maintenance of the finance applications configuration and core setups. This will often involve understanding the configuration from both a technical and functional perspective, utilizing the appropriate core systems skills.

• Assisting in the development of finance systems - robust testing of new functionality, processes and setups and preparation of related documentation for sign off.

• Responsibility for the maintenance of user and technical level documentation organised through the Finance Systems portal.

• Provide month-end support to the global Finance Department and perform month-end closing on a rotating schedule

• Regular and Ad-hoc client and Firm specific reporting from various sources utilizing MDX, Excel and SQL.

• The incumbent may take on mini projects from time to time. This will involve attending project meetings and working with other departments in Finance and Technology as required in relation to the projects concerned, keeping the appropriate manager regularly informed of progress and developments.

• As part of this role there is the possibility that the incumbent may be required to work at any of the Firm's offices.

• Attend training from time to time, both in terms of technical training and personal development. Training resources are made available within the department. This may be product-related e.g., 3E, or cultural/soft skills training.

• Ensure that the firm's information security policies and procedures are followed at all times.

• Complete security awareness training within a reasonable timeframe and apply the policy, and training requirements when handling information.

• Inform your manager or senior member of staff if you become aware of, or suspect a breach of security.

• Specific duties or responsibilities may be reviewed from time to time to reflect changes in personnel and management structure, staff location, or services.

• All members of the firm are required to participate in our Global Responsible Business program.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to deal with all levels of business professionals and attorneys.

• Must be a team player able to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, changing environment, with a passion for exceeding client expectations.

• An understanding of accounting systems, and how the multi-company, multi-currency paradigm works.

• Strong analysis and technical skills around report writing and troubleshooting of application issues.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• T-SQL to an advanced level

• Core Elite 3E data structure knowledge

• Reporting services experience

• SSAS/MDX experience

• E-billing expertise

• Legal or a professional services sector background

• OneStream & vb.net coding knowledge

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS, AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Three (3) to five (5) years of relevant finance systems experience, preferably in a legal or professional services background.

• Experience with management of third-party suppliers.

• Bachelor's degree required; Equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Core hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., including one hour for lunch. This role will need to provide support to Finance users, not only locally, but also globally, so candidates must be flexible to work overtime, as necessary. Limited time-off in December, January, or during the month-end process.

In D.C., Northern Virginia, and Los Angeles, the expected base salary range for this role is [$100,000 to $125,000] per year.

In Denver, the expected base salary range for this role is [$92,000 to $120,000] per year.

In Colorado Springs, the expected base salary range for this role is [$90,000 to $115,000] per year.

In Baltimore, the expected base salary range for this role is [$95,000 to $120,000] per year.

This range reflects a good-faith estimate of pay at the time of posting; the actual compensation offered may vary depending on factors such as the candidate's qualifications. This position is eligible for additional forms of compensation, which may include annual discretionary bonuses. Employees in this role are also eligible for benefits offered by the firm, subject to applicable plan terms and conditions, which currently include medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; and paid time off. Please review this link for more information regarding employee benefits in the United States.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

This job description sets forth the responsibilities of this position and may be changed from time to time as shall be determined.

Hogan Lovells Cadwalader is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or other factors protected by law.

Hogan Lovells Cadwalader complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact our Benefits Department at LeaveofAbsence_US@hlc.com.