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DLA Piper · 2 days ago

Practice Group Analyst

Reston, VA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

3+ years exp

DLA Piper is a collaborative and supportive firm that values its people. The Practice Group Analyst will provide support to maximize results and enhance the financial performance of the firm, working closely with financial analysis, management reporting, and project coordination.

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Responsibilities

Provides technical expertise in developing financial reports and summaries, creating and maintaining spreadsheets and analysis, and preparing presentations

Creates reports and analyses that highlight the financial performance of the practice group related to budgets, production, fees and revenue

Analyzes and communicates with both internal stakeholders (attorneys, other staff departments) and international colleagues as needed on a variety of financial topics to include current state and forecasted financial activity at the matter and client level

Conducts thorough research and data collection to fulfill assignments leveraging firm tools and databases and internal points of contact

Coordinates projects and implements best practices in project management

Compiles and analyzes progress reports and/or follows-up with lawyers on matter plans that require modification or communication with clients

Works on special projects in support of the Firm’s strategic initiatives

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Financial analysisMicrosoft OfficeProject managementPowerBIData analysisCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsTime managementProblem solvingOrganizational skillsAttention to detailStrategic thinking

Required

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Marketing or related field

3 years of experience in financial analysis, marketing, accounting, or similar type work

Excellent communication, interpersonal and time management skills

Proven ability to manage projects, meet deadlines and execute deliverables

Commitment to excellence and performs at the highest level possible on a consistent basis

Ability to function well in a fast-paced environment

Demonstrates strong work ethic and a flexible, dependable, and positive attitude

Uses discretion, confidentiality, and good judgment to handle practice group, client, and firm leadership matters

Strong problem solving, planning and organizational skills

Innovative and strategic thinker

Ability to manage multiple projects, take initiative and work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Ability to self-direct and build collaborative relationships across the firm

Solid analytical skills required along with exceptional attention to detail

Advanced proficiency needed in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) to include demonstrated experience using vLookup and PivotTable functions

Proficient in summarizing and deriving answers from large data sets