Overview
A large international law firm is seeking a Senior Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to join the Finance Department. This position is based in Atlanta with remote work options. The role involves working closely with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to provide high-level financial services supporting both internal and external clients.
Responsibilities
- Manage the preparation of the annual budget in partnership with budget owners and finance leadership.
- Conduct monthly actual-to-budget variance analysis and reporting to update leadership on financial performance.
- Report financial results to functional leaders, department operating officers, and team leaders.
- Analyze financial results, perform independent research, and coordinate Q&A sessions with budget owners.
- Monitor and reconcile budget information across financial tools such as AFS and SpendConnect to ensure synchronization.
- Manage the initial loading of budget data into financial systems in coordination with the Finance Systems team.
- Coordinate access rights to budget and actual financial information for budget owners.
- Support the Manager, FP&A in creating the annual budget process and timeline.
- Foster communication with business areas to ensure timely budget submissions and process improvements.
- Schedule and facilitate budget review meetings with leadership to ensure timely approval.
- Train department owners and team members on budget tools, processes, deadlines, and variance analysis.
- Develop and distribute monthly financial reports to leadership.
- Implement internal controls to ensure accuracy and completeness of budget and financial reporting.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and user experience.
- Collaborate with Finance Systems, IT, and software vendors to optimize budgeting technology and tools.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in a professional services environment.
- At least 2 years in a project management role related to enterprise budget and planning processes.
- Strong skills in Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP) and business reporting tools such as Power BI.
- Ability to lead enterprise processes and work effectively under pressure.
- Strong organizational, prioritization, and multitasking abilities.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders including partners, associates, clients, vendors, and staff.
- Commitment to confidentiality and adherence to firm policies.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in FP&A.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.
- Master of Business Administration (MBA).
- Experience working in a law firm environment.
- Knowledge of 3E or Elite financial systems.
Compensation & Benefits
- Full-time, regular position.
- Competitive salary range for Atlanta location: $97,200 to $116,500 annually.
- Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Life insurance and short-term disability plans.
- Retirement plans.
- Paid holidays and paid time off.
- Hybrid work schedule combining in-office and remote work days.
Location
Atlanta, GA (remote work options available)