Financial Analyst, FP&A

McDermott Will & Emery•Chicago, IL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Financial Analyst, FP&A prepares standard and ad-hoc financial reports for the Firm’s practice group leaders and senior managing partners to help understand results and guide business decisions. The Financial Analyst, FP&A works under general supervision and relies on limited experience and direction to perform duties.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
1-3 years of finance, accounting or consulting experience
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word)
Familiarity with financial reporting software
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Strong mathematical and analytical skills
Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities
Ability to handle and maintain confidential information
Ability to learn new concepts and skills quickly
Ability to work collaboratively on a team

Responsibilities

Prepare standard and ad hoc financial reports summarizing key performance indicators and profitability at the practice group, office, and attorney level
Support the financial managers in design and preparation of the monthly financial reporting package; participate in monthly review calls with senior management and address follow-ups
Configure specifications to accurately and efficiently extract data from the Firm’s financial reporting software
Troubleshoot, investigate and resolve inquiries related to financial matters; collaborate with other analysts within team and cross-functionally to resolve issues
Perform ongoing audits of financial system data to ensure data accuracy and compliance with financial reporting standard operating procedures
Assist with the annual budgeting process and the analysis of lateral hires
Support the maintenance of the Firm’s financial software and reporting tools
Assist with quarterly and annual bank surveys