DLA Piper · 1 day ago
Strategic Finance Analyst
Short Hills, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$88K/yr - $117K/yr
2+ years expDLA Piper is a collaborative and supportive firm that values its people. The Strategic Finance Analyst will support the firm’s strategic initiatives by developing financial models and conducting advanced financial analysis to drive growth and operational efficiency.
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Responsibilities
Assist in developing and maintaining profitability models across business lines, regions, customers and other defined segments
Conduct analytics including return on investment (ROI) and margin
Independently create dynamic P&L and metrics reporting capabilities
Support multi-year financial forecasts and scenario modeling
Collaborate with FP&A, finance data analytics, and business units to identify growth opportunities and cost optimization strategies
Perform financial analysis to support pricing strategies, client profitability, and resource allocation
Contribute to the preparation of executive-level presentations and reports
Able to present and discuss analysis to Finance leadership
Utilize financial tools and systems to improve forecasting accuracy, delivery and decision-making
Leverage Excel, Power BI, and Power Query to analyze and visualize data
Apply AI tools including Microsoft Copilot to streamline modeling workflows, audit modeling mechanics, automate data preparation, and enhance presentations
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
2 years' experience in Finance or FP&A. (Prior internship experience in private equity/investment banking may be considered in lieu of Full-Time experience depending on candidate's other qualifications)
Strong analytical and quantitative skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced financial modeling, Power BI and Power Query
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Collaborative, agile and curious mindset with an eagerness to learn
Some travel requirements: about 10% (Short Hills primary office with occasional travel to Reston, VA or New York City offices as requested)
Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties
Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner
Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product
Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required
Foster positive work relationships
Comply with all firm policies and practices
Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed
Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Master's Degree in Finance, Finance Analytics, Financial Engineering or in a relevant discipline, such as Statistics or Engineering
CFA Level I or FMVA certification preferred
Exposure to financial planning systems and ERP tools preferred
Experience with SQL, Python and / or Microsoft Copilot (and Agents) preferred
Prior experience at a Private Equity firm or Investment Bank preferred
Benefits
Medical/dental/vision insurance
401(k)
Company
DLA Piper
DLA Piper is a global law firm with lawyers located in more than 40 countries to helps clients with their legal needs around the world.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Robert Bratt
Chief Operating Officer and Executive Director, US Operations
Andrew Dyson
UK Managing Partner
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