Financial Analyst, FP&A

Job Description

Financial Analyst, FP&A | McDermott Will & Schulte

The Tone:
This is a full-time hybrid role at McDermott Will & Schulte. The firm is a leading global law firm that brings together more than 3,150 lawyers and business professionals. This role is crucial for preparing detailed financial reports that inform the firm’s practice group leaders and senior managing partners. The work directly helps them understand financial results and make informed business decisions.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid
• Pay: $81000–$102000 yearly
• Mission: To provide clear financial insights and reporting that guide strategic business decisions for senior leadership.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word), financial reporting software, firm’s financial software and reporting tools

What You’ll Actually Do
• Reporting & Analysis: Prepare standard and ad-hoc financial reports, summarizing key performance indicators and profitability across practice groups, offices, and individual attorneys.
• Financial Package Support: Support financial managers in designing and preparing the monthly financial reporting package, participating in review calls with senior management and addressing follow-up actions.
• Data Management: Configure specifications to accurately and efficiently extract data from the firm’s financial reporting software, and perform ongoing audits to ensure data accuracy and compliance with reporting procedures.
• Financial Operations: Assist with the annual budgeting process, conduct analysis of lateral hires, and support the maintenance of the firm’s financial software and reporting tools.
• Inquiry Resolution: Troubleshoot, investigate, and resolve inquiries related to financial matters, collaborating with internal team members and cross-functional departments.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in a finance, accounting, or consulting-related field.
• Experience: 1-3 years of professional experience in finance, accounting, or consulting.
• Skills: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word), familiarity with financial reporting software, and strong mathematical and analytical abilities.
• Bonus: Demonstrated ability to manage deadlines, prioritize responsibilities, maintain confidential information, rapidly acquire new concepts and skills, and contribute effectively within a team environment.