Financial Systems & Reporting Analyst

Walkers is a leading international law and professional services firm providing legal, corporate and fiduciary services to global corporations, financial institutions, capital market participants and investment fund managers. With a global presence spanning the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we advise on the laws of Bermuda, the British Virgin Islands, the Cayman Islands, Guernsey, Ireland and Jersey. At Walkers, our people are our greatest asset. They shape our culture, differentiate us from our competitors and are central to our clients’ decision to work with us. We foster a high-performing yet collaborative and supportive environment, underpinned by a pragmatic and empowering approach. Equality and diversity are integral to our global identity and to our ambition to be an employer of choice.

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE

The Financial Systems & Reporting Analyst is a stakeholder-focused, data-driven professional responsible for supporting front-end financial systems and reporting tools, while ensuring the delivery of accurate, timely and insightful financial information. The role plays a key part in transforming financial and operational data into meaningful analysis to support decision-making across the firm. This position combines advanced reporting, systems support, and business analysis, with a focus on enhancing processes and driving efficiencies within the finance function. It requires strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, and the ability to collaborate with stakeholders across all offices, practice groups, and business services teams. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a growing global function, suited to someone with a strong interest in data, systems, and continuous improvement, and who is looking to further develop their technical, analytical, and stakeholder management capabilities within an international environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and produce management reports, dashboards and KPIs for leadership, ensuring information is accurate, consistency and provides actionable insight.
• Prepare elements of group financial statements and consolidations, with supporting analysis and reconciliations.
• Analyse financial and operational data to identify trends, variances and key performance drivers, providing clear recommendations.
• Maintain and enhance reporting packs, templates and bespoke materials to support business and cross-functional decision-making.
• Support forecasting and planning processes through data preparation, validation and analysis.
• Drive improvements in reporting processes, analytics frameworks and data visualisation.
• Provide first and second line support for finance systems, including Aderant Expert, BigHand/Iridium BI, Power BI and SQL-based tools.
• Troubleshoot system and data issues, validate outputs and resolve anomalies to ensure data integrity.
• Support system integrations (e.g. Aderant, Intapp, BI tools and HR systems), configurations, upgrades and testing cycles.
• Translate business requirements into effective reporting solutions and technical specifications.
• Identify opportunities for automation and process improvement, including use of SQL jobs, workflows and BI automation tools.
• Support data governance, including data quality controls, metadata documentation and standardisation.
• Collaborate with colleagues in Finance, IT, PMO and wider stakeholders to enhance systems and reporting capabilities.
• Provide training and ongoing support to end users on finance systems and reporting tools across teams and offices.
• Support audit requirements and contribute to documentation, process mapping and project delivery initiatives.
• Undertake any other duties or project work as required in support of the Finance function and wider business.

EDUCATION, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Information Systems, Data Analytics or a related discipline (or equivalent practical experience).
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in financial reporting, finance systems or data analytics, ideally within a professional services or multi-office environment.
• Advanced Excel skills, with working knowledge of SQL (T-SQL), Power BI and SSRS.
• Experience with financial systems such as Aderant Expert and BigHand/Iridium BI (or similar platforms).
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to work with large datasets, identify trends and produce clear, actionable insights.
• Sound understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting cycles, including reconciliations and consolidations.
• Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to validate outputs and ensure data accuracy and integrity.
• Well-organised and able to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and operate effectively in a fast-paced, global environment
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to simplify complex information for different audiences.
• Ability to document processes, system configurations and controls clearly and accurately.
• Proactive, collaborative and able to maintain strict confidentiality at all times.
• Willing and able to accommodate work requirements beyond standard hours

Walkers offers a dynamic working environment with opportunities for career progression and an excellent remuneration package, including a discretionary performance-based bonus, pension and fully covered health insurance for employees, as well as five weeks’ annual leave. Remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. We are an equal opportunity employer. Equality, equity and diversity are key to our global identity and an integral part of our goal to remain an employer of choice. We are committed to creating a working environment that supports all individuals and ensures that employment opportunities are open and accessible on the basis of personal ability. We invite applications from suitably qualified Caymanians or residents with Employment Rights. Please note that Walkers will not accept applications received from agencies at this time.