Sidley Austin LLP
Summary
The Senior Financial Analyst will support team leadership in the Strategic Planning and Analysis group.This person will be responsible for supporting the analytical and reporting needs of the Strategic Planning Group and will work with individuals across the Firm’s offices worldwide and at various levels.The primary responsibilities include financial analysis and reporting at an organization wide, office and group level, performing deep-dive analyses to provide insights into performance, preparation of recurring internal financial reports, and other due diligence and ad hoc project-based analysis as required.The individual will work closely with all levels of leadership in the Strategic Planning and Analysis group to prepare, evaluate and communicate results to key stakeholders in the organization.
Duties and Responsibilities
Develop and prepare recurring reporting for internal Firm needs and various external requests.
Support the preparation of materials for various meetings of Firm management.
Perform due diligence and other analysis to support Firm initiatives.
Respond to ad-hoc requests from Firm leadership at all levels and various internal business professionals.
Communicate and prepare responses for external industry publications, including researching and compiling industry benchmarking information.
Assist with other efforts and complete special projects as necessary, working closely with peers, Managers and other leadership in the Strategic Planning and Analysis function.
Collaborate with colleagues in Accounting and IT on technology-based reporting solutions and enhancements.
Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. If an estimated salary range for this role is available, it will be provided in our Target Salary Range section. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits
Target Salary Range $105,000 - $125,000 if located in Illinois
Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email staffrecruiting@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources).
Education and/or Experience:
Required:
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Accounting or Finance.
A minimum of 4 years of accounting and/or financial analysis experience.
Advanced capabilities and knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Preferred:
Law firm finance experience.
Other Skills and Abilities:
The following will also be required of the successful candidate:
Strong organizational skills
Strong attention to detail
Good judgment
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
Able to work under pressureAble to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities
Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Duties and Responsibilities
Develop and prepare recurring reporting for internal Firm needs and various external requests.
Support the preparation of materials for various meetings of Firm management.
Perform due diligence and other analysis to support Firm initiatives.
Respond to ad-hoc requests from Firm leadership at all levels and various internal business professionals.
Communicate and prepare responses for external industry publications, including researching and compiling industry benchmarking information.
Assist with other efforts and complete special projects as necessary, working closely with peers, Managers and other leadership in the Strategic Planning and Analysis function.
Collaborate with colleagues in Accounting and IT on technology-based reporting solutions and enhancements.
Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. If an estimated salary range for this role is available, it will be provided in our Target Salary Range section. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits
Target Salary Range $105,000 - $125,000 if located in Illinois
Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email staffrecruiting@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources).
Education and/or Experience:
Required:
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Accounting or Finance.
A minimum of 4 years of accounting and/or financial analysis experience.
Advanced capabilities and knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Preferred:
Law firm finance experience.
Other Skills and Abilities:
The following will also be required of the successful candidate:
Strong organizational skills
Strong attention to detail
Good judgment
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
Able to work under pressureAble to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities
Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer
#LI-Hybrid
#LI-OE1
#J-18808-Ljbffr