Summary

The New York office of Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP is looking for an Financial Analyst to support the Finance & Accounting Department. Willkie is an elite international law firm of approximately 1,200 lawyers located in 16 offices in six countries.

The Financial Analyst will assist the Finance & Accounting team with a variety of duties including financial reporting, analysis, budgeting, and special project work. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in an Accounting/Finance career path, have the ability to adapt to changing priorities, and maintain confidential information at all times. Additionally, candidates will have strong computer skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should be willing to work in office two to three days a week.

At Willkie, we believe great people are the key to our success. We are offering a highly competitive compensation package with exceptional benefits. If you are looking to work in a friendly, collaborative environment that affords unique opportunities to expand your professional development, this role is for you.

Responsibilities

• Compile financial information for monthly/quarterly reporting
• Prepare financial presentations for key stakeholders (management, partners, etc.)
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Perform account analysis and explain variances from budget
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
• Proficiency in Excel (including V-LOOKUPS and Pivot Tables)
• Proficiency in PowerPoint
• A detailed oriented, critical thinker with strong analytic skills
• Exceptional verbal and written communications skills
• Work effectively as an individual or within groups
• Must be a team player and self-starter
• Experience with Tableau, Alteryx, Power BI, Co-Pilot and similar platforms a plus
  
  

ADA Requirements

• Ability to sit at a desk most of the working day and walk short distances
• Needs manual dexterity, speed and accuracy in handling office equipment
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately in an atmosphere of frequent interruption
• Ability to work in close proximity to other individuals
• Ability to carry light [to moderate] objects, e.g., files, small objects and supplies a short distance.
• Must be able to lift, carry and move objects up to 15 lbs
  
  

Employment Status

• Exempt
  
  

Pay Range

USD $70,000.00 - USD $70,000.00 /Yr.

Pay Range Statement

The salary range for this role represents the Firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent upon a number of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications and location. Willkie offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs to all eligible employees. A summary of available benefits can be found here in the Career section of the Firm’s website.

EEO Statement

Willkie Farr & Gallagher is an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon actual or perceived: race (including hair texture, protective hairstyles and other traits associated with race), color, age, religious creed, citizenship, citizenship status and alienage, nationality, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity or creed, disability, genetic information or medical condition, reproductive health decision making, pregnancy or maternity, paternity, marital or civil partnership status, caregiver status, gender (including gender identity, expression, nonconformity, gender reassignment or status as a transgender individual), sex, sexual orientation or preference, veteran or military status, height, weight, any other characteristic protected by law or any combination thereof. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let the hiring manager know.

California Applicants

Pursuant to the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO) and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicant with arrest and conviction records.