Financial Analyst

(Atlanta, GA/Columbus, OH Applicants Only) **

Financial Analyst**

At Fisher Phillips, we know exceptional talent is the key to our success, to providing the best service to our internal and external clients. Being a part of the Fisher Phillips team means you will work with cutting edge technology in a professional and fun environment under leadership ready to invest in your professional development. If you have a growth mindset, are eager to challenge yourself, and desire to work with a team of professionals instituting change on an ongoing basis, keep reading. **

THE OPPORTUNITY**

Fisher Phillips is an international employment and labor law firm, and we are hiring for an experienced Financial Analyst to lead our department and support the needs of our firm. This is a fully remote position, however, Candidates who are interested in applying must reside in Atlanta, GA or Columbus, OH. For more information about the firm, please visit our website at www.fisherphillips.com.

In this role, the Financial Analyst will be a key member of the Financial Planning & Analysis team. The position will have an active role in the financial reporting and analysis that supports the firm’s operations and growth initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess strong skills and experience with financial reporting, effectively communicate with peers and firm leadership, actively engage in operational efficiency initiatives, and exemplify a true team player. **

Position Responsibilities**

• Supports the creation and distribution of monthly management-level financial reporting packages (i.e., FTE and headcount, productivity reports, practice department key performance indicator reports, etc.).
• Evaluates and improves existing financial models to further the department’s goal of reporting accuracy, improved turnaround times, and operational efficiency.
• Supports the financial reporting for peer benchmarking surveys on a quarterly and annual basis. Provides ad-hoc market analysis to inform management of market opportunities.
• Serves as the financial reporting lead for the annual associate performance process, collaborating with the Professional Development department to deliver performance reporting to key business stakeholders.
• Supports the implementation of a new, firm-wide reporting technology, assisting with data reconciliation, dashboard design, and integration with the firm’s financial reporting.
• Works directly with Finance and IT to assess data integrity across applications.
• Manipulates data in Excel spreadsheets, SQL, or other databases to summarize and analyze the financial and operational information needed.
• Evaluates recurring data requests for possible automation or other improvements and collaborates with IT to automate queries and report generation.
• Prepares ad-hoc financial reports and analysis with reliable conclusions that management can use to implement more effective operational strategies.
• Forecasts models for revenue changes and expenditure increases/decreases.
• Provides profitability analysis and highlights opportunity areas for clients and practices.
• Reviews, updates, and develops standard operating procedures for all existing and future financial reporting processes.

Requirements

• Ability to analyze business requirements (i.e., functional and technical requirements, information needs, business processes) by conducting information-gathering sessions with business stakeholders, analyzing the information, and prioritizing the requirements to provide insight and solutions to business needs.
• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field and a minimum of 2-4 years of relevant experience.
• Advanced MS Excel skills in accounting or finance field required.
• Proficient in editing SQL queries to extract data, including SQL database development.
• Experience in law firm and/or professional services experience preferred.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytic abilities.
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with a strong organizational and analytical skillset.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Extensive experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

What We Provide

Fisher Phillips offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible staff that includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) and profit sharing, life insurance, long-term disability, and an employee assistance program. We also offer optional benefits such as critical care, accident and hospital indemnity insurance, a student loan refinancing program, life insurance for dependents, and pet insurance. **

No relocation costs. Principals only; no calls please.**

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex (including childbirth, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.