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Financial Systems AnalystGowling WLG • Kitchener, Region of Waterloo, CA
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Financial Systems Analyst

Financial Systems Analyst

Gowling WLG • Kitchener, Region of Waterloo, CA
4 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

ABOUT GOWLING WLG

At Gowling WLG, our commitment to excellence begins with our people. As an international law firm with offices in Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, we’re proud to recruit and retain top talent who bring energy, insight, and a singular focus on delivering exceptional experiences – for our clients and each other.

We’re intentional about building a workplace that’s both high‑performing and supportive, ensuring that everyone is empowered to do their best work and reach their full potential. Our culture is grounded in our shared values : Raise the Bar, Embrace Differences, and Thrive Together. These values shape how we collaborate, lead, and succeed – across teams, time zones, and career paths.

Whether you’re pursuing a role in law or business services, explore what’s possible and make your mark with Gowling WLG.

PROFILE

Provides technical and functional support for the firm’s financial applications and reporting tools. Working closely with the Financial Systems Architect, the Analyst is responsible for day‑to‑day system maintenance, user support, reporting, and process improvement initiatives. The role involves gathering business requirements, troubleshooting issues, developing solutions, and ensuring financial systems are optimized to support the firm’s operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide daily support for the firm’s financial systems, addressing user inquiries and troubleshooting technical or functional issues.
  • Assist with the implementation of system upgrades, enhancements, and patches, ensuring smooth adoption and minimal disruption.
  • Work with the Financial Systems Architect to maintain and support integrations between financial systems and other firm applications.
  • Gather, analyze, and document user requirements for new reports, workflows, and system functionality.
  • Develop and maintain financial reports, dashboards, and analytical tools to support decision‑making.
  • Test system changes, enhancements, and integrations to ensure quality and accuracy.
  • Assist with data integrity checks, reconciliations, and ongoing system audits.
  • Maintain documentation of system processes, workflows, and reporting structures.
  • Collaborate with finance and IT teams to identify opportunities to streamline and automate financial processes.
  • Liaise with vendors as needed for issue resolution and support escalations.
  • Stay current on industry best practices and financial systems developments, sharing insights with the Architect and Finance leadership.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science (or equivalent 4-year degree).
  • 3–5 years of experience supporting financial systems in a professional services or corporate environment; law firm experience is an asset.
  • Familiarity with financial applications such as Aderant Expert, Elite Enterprise, or similar platforms.
  • Solid understanding of accounting principles, financial transaction flows, and system interfaces.
  • Strong knowledge of SQL and proficiency in developing queries and reports.
  • Experience with reporting tools (e.g., SSRS, Power BI, or equivalent).
  • Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
  • Effective communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into user-friendly language.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Team‑oriented mindset with a willingness to learn and grow under the guidance of the Financial Systems Architect.
  • Bilingualism (French / English) may be required in some offices.
  • BENEFITS & PERKS

    Gowling WLG’s total rewards program is designed to foster a culture where high performance and personal well‑being go hand‑in‑hand. We support your career and life with :

  • 100% employer‑paid health, dental, and mental health coverage, plus an annual lifestyle spending allowance
  • Benefits coverage for Firm members and their dependents from day one!
  • 15+ vacation days and hybrid work flexibility
  • Parental leave top‑up for 26 weeks (after 12 months of full‑time employment)
  • Group Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
  • Financial protection through short & long‑term disability, life, accident & critical illness insurance
  • Employee & Family Assistance Program, guided CBT, and an internal network of 120+ trained Mental Health First Aid responders
  • Recognition awards, appreciation events, and a supportive, collaborative work culture
  • Perks and preferred pricing programs, referral bonuses and more
  • The starting range for this role is $68,000 to $88,000. Starting salary will be determined based on an applicant’s individual skills, competencies and unique qualifications. Gowling WLG employees have the potential to exceed this range based on tenure and performance.

    This position is currently vacant and is open to both internal and external candidates. Gowling WLG is recruiting for this role to support ongoing firm needs and team operations.

    Gowling WLG may use tools within our applicant tracking system that include artificial intelligence–supported features, such as automated candidate matching. These tools do not make hiring decisions; all screening, assessments, and selections are reviewed and completed by human recruiters and hiring managers.

    Gowling WLG is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you are in need of accommodation or support at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know.

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