Analyst II: FP&A

Mayer Brown LLP•Chicago, IL

3d•$92,000 - $122,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Mayer Brown is an international law firm positioned to represent the world’s major corporations, funds, and financial institutions in their most important and complex transactions and disputes. We are recognized by our clients as strategic partners with deep commercial instincts and a commitment to creatively anticipating their needs and delivering excellence in everything we do.We are a collegial, collaborative firm where highly motivated individuals with an unwavering commitment to excellence receive the opportunity, support, and development they need to grow, thrive, and realize their greatest potential all while supporting the Firm’s client service principles of excellence, strategic partnership, commercial instinct, integrated strengths, innovation, and collaboration across our international firm.If you enjoy working with team members whose defining characteristics are exceptional client service, initiative, professionalism, responsiveness, and adaptability, you may be the person we are seeking to join our Accounting and Analysis department in our Chicago office, as an Analyst II: FP&A. The Analyst II: FP&A supports the Manager: FP&A and other key business leaders with Firm-wide strategic financial planning & analysis activities to help ensure the financial health and integrity of the company.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in FP&A, Accounting or Business Analytics required
Strong Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills required
Team player looking to grow and develop
Strong analytical, problem-solving and quantitative skills, with exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to “think outside the box” and embrace continuous change
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an emphasis on effectively articulating ideas, results of financial analysis and actionable recommendations
Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to effectively cultivate relationships with cross-functional colleagues and business leaders
Ability to handle confidential information and exercise sound judgement
May require travel to other offices as needed
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field

Nice To Haves

Advanced Degree in Business/Finance/Accounting and/or CPA is a plus
PowerBi, SQL, Aderant, TM1 and Iridium experience (or equivalent system) preferred

Responsibilities

Work with the FP&A Manager(s) and broader team to support the entire annual budgeting process ensuring alignment with organizational goals and strategic priorities (including analysis and recommendations of departmental expense budgets and monthly spreads; capital expense budget; and attorney headcount budgets)
Analyze Firm-wide financial performance against strategic goals, providing meaningful insight and identifying areas for improvement
Interpret, analyze and review financial results for the various segments of the business i.e. Practice Groups, Accelerated Growth Groups, etc.
Assist with the development and maintenance of financial models and analysis to support key business decisions including cash outlook and forecasting, capital allocation and other strategic objectives
Assist with the development and maintenance of long-term financial forecasts for strategic planning purposes
Forge a strong relationship with other members of the FP&A team as well as other groups across the Firm (Accounting & other financial services, BD&M, HR, IT, etc)
Assist with transformation of relevant financial systems, policies and processes to support the evolving needs of the Firm
Perform other ad-hoc activities

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan, back-up childcare and eldercare, generous paid time off (PTO), as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.

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