Financial Analyst | Law Firm | Chicago, IL

Chicago, Illinois Permanent USD90,000 - USD100,000 per year View Job Description
This Financial Analyst would be joining a global, reputable law firm based in Downtown Chicago. If you're looking for large exposure to financial analysis, budgeting and reporting for an established organization, this role is right for you.
  • Rapid growth path to management!
  • Bonus has paid out in full the last five years!

About Our Client

Our client is a global law firm, with strong ties to the Chicagoland market. The team prides themselves on creating opportunities tailored towards their employees career aspirations, while also providing white glove service to their clients.

Job Description

  • Serve as the functional lead for the FP&A tool implementation, collaborating closely with implementation consultants on system design, testing, and deployment.
  • Provide insights into end-user needs and business processes to inform the design phase.
  • Take ownership of the system's functionality and usability, acting as the business process owner for budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
  • Review system designs, identify potential gaps or issues, and work with the technical team to recommend necessary customizations.
  • Perform comprehensive system testing to ensure alignment with business requirements.
  • Train end-users on the system's capabilities, facilitating smooth adoption and effective usage.
  • Work autonomously while maintaining clear communication with the team, offering updates, and addressing issues efficiently.
  • Support vendor selection and integration efforts, with a focus on tools like OneStream or Hyperion.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, MBA preferred
  • 4+ years of FP&A experience, including budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting
  • Experience designing and implementing an FP&A tool is preferred
  • Strong interpersonal skills, self-starter and driven
  • Flexibility to work from home, with travel to the office a few days a week

What's on Offer

  • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
  • Ability to work from home a few days a week
Contact
Molly Murphy
Quote job ref
JN-022025-6657552

Job summary

Sector
Banking & Financial Services
Sub Sector
Accountancy & Finance
Industry
Financial Services
Location
Chicago
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Molly Murphy
Job Reference
JN-022025-6657552