Financial Analyst, FP&A at McDermott Will & Schulte in Chicago, IL

Summary: McDermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm recognized for its excellence and collaborative culture. The Financial Analyst, FP&A will prepare financial reports to assist practice group leaders and senior managing partners in making informed business decisions, while also supporting various financial processes and maintaining financial software. Responsibilities: - Prepare standard and ad hoc financial reports summarizing key performance indicators and profitability at the practice group, office, and attorney level - Support the financial managers in design and preparation of the monthly financial reporting package; participate in monthly review calls with senior management and address follow-ups - Configure specifications to accurately and efficiently extract data from the Firm’s financial reporting software - Troubleshoot, investigate and resolve inquiries related to financial matters; collaborate with other analysts within team and cross-functionally to resolve issues - Perform ongoing audits of financial system data to ensure data accuracy and compliance with financial reporting standard operating procedures - Assist with the annual budgeting process and the analysis of lateral hires - Support the maintenance of the Firm’s financial software and reporting tools - Assist with quarterly and annual bank surveys Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree - 1-3 years of finance, accounting or consulting experience - Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word) - Familiarity with financial reporting software - Strong written and verbal communication skills - Strong organizational skills - Strong mathematical and analytical skills - Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities - Ability to handle and maintain confidential information - Ability to learn new concepts and skills quickly - Ability to work collaboratively on a team Required Skills: Financial reporting, Financial analysis, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Financial reporting software, Budgeting, Data extraction, Data auditing, Mathematical skills, Analytical skills Benefits: Generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence, Opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses, Comprehensive benefits package