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Mayer Brown · 11 hours ago

Analyst II: FP&A

US-IL-Chicago

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$92K/yr - $122K/yr

3+ years exp

Mayer Brown is an international law firm recognized for its strategic partnerships and commitment to excellence. The Analyst II: FP&A will support the Manager: FP&A and key business leaders with financial planning and analysis activities to ensure the firm's financial health and integrity.

AdviceConsultingLegal

Responsibilities

Work with the FP&A Manager(s) and broader team to support the entire annual budgeting process ensuring alignment with organizational goals and strategic priorities (including analysis and recommendations of departmental expense budgets and monthly spreads; capital expense budget; and attorney headcount budgets)

Analyze Firm-wide financial performance against strategic goals, providing meaningful insight and identifying areas for improvement

Interpret, analyze and review financial results for the various segments of the business i.e. Practice Groups, Accelerated Growth Groups, etc

Assist with the development and maintenance of financial models and analysis to support key business decisions including cash outlook and forecasting, capital allocation and other strategic objectives

Assist with the development and maintenance of long-term financial forecasts for strategic planning purposes

Forge a strong relationship with other members of the FP&A team as well as other groups across the Firm (Accounting & other financial services, BD&M, HR, IT, etc)

Assist with transformation of relevant financial systems, policies and processes to support the evolving needs of the Firm

Perform other ad-hoc activities

Qualification

FP&AFinancial analysisFinancial modelingExcelPowerBiSQLAnalytical skillsTeam playerProblem-solvingCommunication skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field

3+ years of experience in FP&A, Accounting or Business Analytics required

Strong Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills required

Team player looking to grow and develop

Strong analytical, problem-solving and quantitative skills, with exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills

Ability to 'think outside the box' and embrace continuous change

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an emphasis on effectively articulating ideas, results of financial analysis and actionable recommendations

Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to effectively cultivate relationships with cross-functional colleagues and business leaders

Ability to handle confidential information and exercise sound judgement