Stefanos K.
Financial Systems Manager @ Kirkland & Ellis
- Role
- Financial Systems Manager at Kirkland & Ellis
- Location
- Elmhurst, IL, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Stefanos K.
Future-Focused Financial Systems Leader | AI, Automation & Strategy in Legal
Experience
Financial Systems Manager
Sep 2024 — Present · Chicago, IL, US
I lead the firm’s Financial Systems function, with responsibility for the governance, stability, and ongoing evolution of core finance platforms, including Elite 3E and Coupa. The role sits at the intersection of Finance, IT, and firm leadership, ensuring systems operate reliably at scale and align with the firm’s operational and compliance requirements.I manage a high-performing team responsible for day-to-day operations, integrations, controls, and reporting, while overseeing vendor relationships, budgets, and major system initiatives. Work is executed in close coordination with stakeholders across regions and functions, with a strong emphasis on discipline, risk management, and execution quality.In a global law firm with low tolerance for error, the focus is on consistency, sound judgment, and continuous improvement. My responsibility is to set clear priorities, maintain strong controls, and ensure the team delivers durable solutions that support the firm’s long-term needs.
Education
Illinois Institute of Technology
MBA, Finance/Financial Markets
2007 — 2008
Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law
Master's of Science in Law, Law
2021 — 2024
University of Illinois Chicago
B.S, Computer Engineering
2000 — 2004
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