Legal Staff Accounting/Finance in Chicago, IL

Law Firm

Chicago, IL

Legal Staff Accounting/Finance in Chicago, IL

Legal Staff

2-3 yrs required

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Law Firm Seeking Financial Operations Analyst with Competitive Salary and Benefits

Polsinelli, a leading law firm, is seeking a Financial Operations Analyst to join their team in one of five locations: Chicago, Dallas, Kansas City, New York, or St. Louis. At Polsinelli, we strive to create an environment where team members can bring their creativity and professional passions to thrive in a dynamic workplace. We value a people-oriented approach and attention to detail, making this role a perfect fit for an engaging professional like you.

Responsibilities:
• Monitor and report on client pricing arrangements, identifying risks and providing follow-up as needed
• Collaborate with attorneys to develop pricing proposals and budgets, navigating challenges due to client requirements
• Analyze data and trends to formulate alternative solutions for engagement and client profitability
• Assist in responding to Request for Proposals (RFP) and provide financial/business impact to management and executive leadership
• Work with senior management to improve processes and implement new ideas
• Understand firm profitability models to support pricing decisions
• Analyze contingency fee cases and maintain effective working relationships with cross-functional departments and team members
• Deliver high-quality, accurate, and timely service to attorneys and clients
• Complete special projects as needed

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in finance or related field, MBA preferred
• 2-3 years of financial reporting and analysis experience
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Self-motivated and able to work independently
• Excellent analytical and communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment with changing priorities and time pressures
• Proficient in advanced MS Excel functions and experience with SQL Reporting Services, Cognos BI, and SQL queries

Salary and Benefits:
• Budgeted salary range: $85,000 - $120,000
• Full-time employment benefits include: paid time off, sick time off, referral program, medical/dental/vision insurance, life/AD&D insurance, ID theft insurance, disability benefits, 401(k), and employee assistance benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer:
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Qualifications:
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in finance or related field
• 2-3 years of financial reporting and analysis experience

Behaviors:
• Team player who is loyal, detail-oriented, and dedicated
• Self-starter who is flexible and driven to make an impact

Education:
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in finance or related field

Experience:
• 2-3 years of financial reporting and analysis experience

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities:
The contractor will not discriminate against employees or applicants based on their pay or that of others, unless required by law.