Financial Application Analyst

Johnson Stokes & Master (JSM) is a pre-eminent law firm in Hong Kong with representative offices in Beijing and Shanghai and a Beijing IP agency which handles trademark registration matters in Mainland China. JSM advises clients on the full spectrum of legal issues arising on the most complex deals and disputes in and from Hong Kong and Mainland China.

We are proud to foster a diverse, supportive and inclusive work environment where every individual has the opportunity to succeed and thrive.  We invest in the development of our people through learning and growth opportunities, ensuring that both the individual and the firm benefit from their success.

Diversity, equity and inclusion are integral to our culture at JSM, and we hold our people accountable for creating a workplace that supports and values every individual.

The role is expected to: 

• Provide technical support for the Firm's LPMS which consists of Aderant Expert Sierra and Intapp.
• Assist with implementation projects for Aderant Expert and other integrated financial systems, including SSRS reports, Budgeting, Expert Billing and Collections, Time Entry, Paperless Pre-Bills and Generic Importer.
• Provide support for the finance team, administrative staff and external vendors on issues relating to the LPMS.
• Collaborate closely with external (Aderant) and internal IT teams to resolve technical issues and application support.
• Provide technical support for the firm’s clustered SQL environments and develop SQL queries.
• Help maintain user and matter security within LPMS.
• Ability to develop and troubleshoot stored procedures.
• Identify areas for improvement within the Firm’s financial applications and independently propose and execute improvement solutions.
• Customize forms and build inquiries / reports using Aderant Expert customization tools.
• Maintain detailed records documenting procedures and assumptions, methodologies and sources of information employed during the performance of all analytical tasks.
• Work to ensure quality professional product, as well as timely delivery of all work.
• Promote effective work practices, working as a team member.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required to meet Firm goals and objectives.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field
• Candidates with Bachelor’s degree or above in Accounting, Finance with the required experience will also be considered.  
• At least 3 years' experience of experience supporting legal and/or financial software platforms (Aderant, Elite 3E, IntApp).
• Experience implementing and troubleshooting scripts using SQL
• Experience in collaborating with vendors to facilitate application supportability and incident management
• Ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels of the Firm, including effective oral and written communication
• Knowledge of accounting principles, systems, practices, controls and procedures.
• Ability to work independently to research, analyze and troubleshoot complex problems and solutions.
• Excellent organizational skills, effective time-management, ability to handle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment and excellent analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Chinese, able to communicate effectively and in a professional manner with all levels of the Firm and outside vendors
• Ability to work in a diverse team environment and effectively support the demanding needs of the Firm
• Must be a self-starter with a high level of initiative
• Strong customer service skills, able to anticipate needs and exercise independent judgment
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects
• Maintains confidentiality and exercises discretion
• Ability to prioritize tasks based on importance and urgency
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
• Knowledge and experience with LPMS and financial applications commonly used by law firms is a must. (e.g. Aderant, Elite 3E)
• Ability to articulate complex technologies to non-technical people and help technical people understand the business requirements better.
• Knowledge of SQL is a must
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills