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Gallagher Re · 4 months ago

Financial Systems Manager

Rolling Meadows, Illinois

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$90K/yr - $176K/yr

8+ years exp

Gallagher is a global leader in insurance, risk management, and consulting services, with a commitment to empowering businesses and individuals. They are seeking a Financial Systems Manager responsible for overseeing the Financial Systems team, managing financial systems testing, integration, support, and reporting, while also driving process improvements and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

ConsultingInsuranceRisk Management

Responsibilities

Provide strategic oversight and leadership for the testing and conversion of accounting data from branch agency management systems to central divisional systems, ensuring data accuracy and reconciliation

Manage the planning, testing, and implementation of agency management system upgrades, production maintenance, and new functionality

Lead the resolution of production issues, ensuring timely and effective support for agency management system accounting processes and users

Establish and maintain prioritization frameworks for production support issues, ensuring alignment with organizational goals

Collaborate with internal and external development teams to implement and optimize system functionality, ensuring alignment with business needs

Develop and execute training programs and communication strategies for finance and accounting users on new system functionality and reporting tools

Oversee the development, testing, and maintenance of finance and accounting reports in agency management systems and ancillary reporting systems

Establish and maintain comprehensive documentation for accounting system procedures, testing protocols, and system processes

Ensure the organization and compliance of all electronic files and documentation for the accounting center

Lead and manage various projects, audits, and initiatives to support organizational objectives

Direct and manage the Financial Systems team, providing mentorship, coaching, and performance evaluations to team members

Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the team

Act as a key liaison between the Financial Systems team, Accounting Center, and Divisional Finance and Operations teams to ensure seamless communication and alignment

Develop and implement strategies to improve team efficiency, productivity, and overall performance

Communicate processes, procedures, and updates to senior leadership and other stakeholders

Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the effectiveness of financial systems and team operations

Contribute to the development of departmental goals and strategies, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives

Review and implement written procedures for all processes within the department

Provide guidance and support to team members on complex issues and escalations

Act as a subject matter expert for financial systems, providing insights and recommendations to senior leadership

Perform other duties as assigned to support the department and organization

Qualification

Accounting process knowledgeG..P. understandingMicrosoft ExcelFinancial system implementationsProject managementStrategic leadershipAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsTeam-oriented