Financial Analyst |
Chicago – hybrid, 3 days a week in the office |
$100,000 – $110,000 + Bonus + benefits |
A Financial Analyst role is available for this world leading Law firm who has developed an enviable reputation for advising world-leading corporate and financial institutions across some of the world's leading companies and financial institutions including a significant number listed on the Fortune 100, FTSE 100 and DAX. Covering a broad range of practices including Banking & Finance, Capital Markets, Intellectual Property, Joint Ventures & Strategic Alliances, Mergers & Acquisitions and Real Estate, the business operates across Asia, the Americas and Europe. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a collaborative and diverse organisation. This is a key role where you can work across the business with senior stakeholders to provide timely and strategic financial reporting.
Key Responsibilities of the Financial Analyst
Prepare financial analysis to support strategic decision making across the business including the monthly compilation of the management accounts (together with written commentaries)
Prove historical trend analysis and model future potential performance based on varying assumptions
Research market trends utilizing various information services
Have a continuous improvement mindset for the reporting process through use of automation and business intelligence tools
Provide support to the management of FP&A in the planning, quarterly reforecasting and annual forecasting exercises
Preparation of presentations and data for senior stakeholders including fee earners
Skills & Attributes of the Financial Analyst
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Accounting, Finance or similar business-related subject.
Experience within financial analysis, ideally in professional services business
Strong data manipulation and presentation skills with either Excel, Tableau or BI tools
Ability to understand business and communicate with both finance and non-finance personnel and senior management
The role demands a confident, self-motivated approach, commercial acumen and the gravitas to influence and advise key stakeholders
Applications only considered from those eligible to live & work in the UK without restriction.
Harcourt Matthews is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Harcourt Matthews is committed to diversity and inclusion. We value and encourage applications from all ethnicities and welcome everyone regardless of social background, disability, gender identity, and orientation. Diversity benefits us all and challenges our assumptions.
Ref: BHJOB3543_5928