Jackson Walker
Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis
Jackson Walker, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75201
Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis
Jackson Walker, the largest law firm in Texas, has an exciting full-time employment opportunity for a Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis in our Dallas office. Under the direction of the Director of Finance, the Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis is responsible for assisting with the administration and development of the Firm budget, managing reporting packages (month end, Practice Group, Firm, ad hoc, etc.), managing compensation reporting packages, and managing financial statement preparation. This position is a leading role at the firm for matter planning, alternative fee proposals, third party surveys, administration of the Professional Liability renewal and all other general reporting requests. This position is tasked with delivering timely, useful information to key decision makers at the firm. Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Develop, analyze, and consolidate department and office budgets into a Firm budget. Budgets include personnel, billing rates, realizations, cash collections, compensation, and other operating expenses. Assist Department Head and Office Managers with the review and preparation of expense budgets and ensure that the budget data submitted is reasonable and accurate. Manage delivery of monthly Management Committee reporting package for use by firm leaders for Firm, office, and attorney performance analysis. Manage the compilation of monthly reports specifically designed or requested by Practice Groups, Marketing, Department, and Office leaders. Manage the compilation of annual compensation information for use by Compensation Committee and Senior Managers. Manage and prepare modeling for attorney compensation methodology and proposed changes. Manage the development and implementation of a profit methodology for timekeepers and clients. Manage the compilation and delivery of third party survey requests. Manage the administration and training of Business Intelligence software including attorney dashboards, Spotlight, SSRS and associated financial reporting software. Oversee the administration of the annual Professional Liability application process and compilation of annual Workers Comp, Fiduciary, Crime, Property and Casualty, and Cyber Insurance renewal forms. Manage updates and content maintenance on the Partner Portal. Respond to specific department report requests (e.g., Firm, PG, Office, Marketing, B&C, etc.) Develop scenarios and models to assess financial impact and profitability of pricing proposals, and assist in the development of creative, workable pricing solutions in response to client demands, including alternative fee arrangements. Monitor performance of pricing arrangements against established goals and key performance indicators, including utilization, leverage, realization, and profitability. Coordinate with insurance providers on firm legal expense spending; track and produce legal expense analysis for firm General Counsel. Attend B&C and PG meetings, when needed, to assist with questions and follow-up items. Prepare quarterly depreciation for new assets. Assist with Payroll Audit. Prepare periodic financial presentations for use by firm management. Supervise financial analyst(s). Qualifications:
Computer proficiency, especially within Excel. Strong problem-solving skills. Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints. Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate effectively to a diverse group of attorneys and staff. Education:
BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics, and/or CPA highly desirable. Experience:
Customarily has at least 5 years of relevant experience. Working Conditions:
Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise and temperature. Work sometimes requires more than 40 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position; may require irregular hours. The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that employment decisions be based on job-related factors. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact us at BusinessProfessionalRecruiting@jw.com.
Jackson Walker, the largest law firm in Texas, has an exciting full-time employment opportunity for a Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis in our Dallas office. Under the direction of the Director of Finance, the Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis is responsible for assisting with the administration and development of the Firm budget, managing reporting packages (month end, Practice Group, Firm, ad hoc, etc.), managing compensation reporting packages, and managing financial statement preparation. This position is a leading role at the firm for matter planning, alternative fee proposals, third party surveys, administration of the Professional Liability renewal and all other general reporting requests. This position is tasked with delivering timely, useful information to key decision makers at the firm. Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Develop, analyze, and consolidate department and office budgets into a Firm budget. Budgets include personnel, billing rates, realizations, cash collections, compensation, and other operating expenses. Assist Department Head and Office Managers with the review and preparation of expense budgets and ensure that the budget data submitted is reasonable and accurate. Manage delivery of monthly Management Committee reporting package for use by firm leaders for Firm, office, and attorney performance analysis. Manage the compilation of monthly reports specifically designed or requested by Practice Groups, Marketing, Department, and Office leaders. Manage the compilation of annual compensation information for use by Compensation Committee and Senior Managers. Manage and prepare modeling for attorney compensation methodology and proposed changes. Manage the development and implementation of a profit methodology for timekeepers and clients. Manage the compilation and delivery of third party survey requests. Manage the administration and training of Business Intelligence software including attorney dashboards, Spotlight, SSRS and associated financial reporting software. Oversee the administration of the annual Professional Liability application process and compilation of annual Workers Comp, Fiduciary, Crime, Property and Casualty, and Cyber Insurance renewal forms. Manage updates and content maintenance on the Partner Portal. Respond to specific department report requests (e.g., Firm, PG, Office, Marketing, B&C, etc.) Develop scenarios and models to assess financial impact and profitability of pricing proposals, and assist in the development of creative, workable pricing solutions in response to client demands, including alternative fee arrangements. Monitor performance of pricing arrangements against established goals and key performance indicators, including utilization, leverage, realization, and profitability. Coordinate with insurance providers on firm legal expense spending; track and produce legal expense analysis for firm General Counsel. Attend B&C and PG meetings, when needed, to assist with questions and follow-up items. Prepare quarterly depreciation for new assets. Assist with Payroll Audit. Prepare periodic financial presentations for use by firm management. Supervise financial analyst(s). Qualifications:
Computer proficiency, especially within Excel. Strong problem-solving skills. Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints. Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate effectively to a diverse group of attorneys and staff. Education:
BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics, and/or CPA highly desirable. Experience:
Customarily has at least 5 years of relevant experience. Working Conditions:
Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise and temperature. Work sometimes requires more than 40 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position; may require irregular hours. The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that employment decisions be based on job-related factors. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact us at BusinessProfessionalRecruiting@jw.com.