Senior Financial Analyst

Steptoe LLP, a Washington is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join its Accounting & Finance Department. The Financial Analyst will provide financial analysis, planning and management reporting of key operational metrics, respond to financial and statistical surveys, and administer the firm’s financial reporting software.

Essential Functions

Utilize databases and BI software applications to effectively, timely and accurately provide data, reports and metrics Update and send out monthly reports. Prepare the annual operating budget, which includes 12 month projections of headcount, revenue and operating expense by office. Input and manage data in the firm’s web-based budgeting tool Prepare higher level analyses and financial commentary on key financial indicators for the CFO and Firm Management Prepare more challenging requests for reports/analysis, together with an interpretation of the data Verify the integrity of the data and provide in-depth analysis where required and prepare actual vs. budget headcount reports Track the spending for large budgets at a detailed level and meet with their key personnel on a regular basis. Provide accurate explanation for departments being over/under budget Collaborate and meet with the relevant Department Managers/Office Administrators to develop and review annual operating budget, capital budget and financial forecasts Train the Department Managers/Office Administrators on budgeting concepts and in the usage of the budgeting software Maintain and administer the firm’s web-based budgeting application. Upload monthly actuals and check against the P&L for accuracy Work with the vendor to resolve all issues and assist with all related projects such as upgrades/migration to new versions Compile data, prepare supporting schedules and compute statistics for annual and quarterly surveys inclusive of but not limited to Citi, Wells Fargo, NAWL, etc. Provide analysis of firm vs. peer results to Management

Non-Essential Functions

Complete other special duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

3 to 6 years of experience in financial analyses and/or a related field Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics or Accounting is required

Success Factors

Work may require more than 37.5 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position Solid understanding of financial concepts, statements and analysis Law firm experience, particularly the use of 3E Excellent analytical skills Advanced skill level for Excel and MS Query Excellent ability to pay attention to detail Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate in person, by e-mail and telephone and follow instruction effectively from a diverse group of attorneys, managers and staff and to provide information with ordinary courtesy and tact Maturity to handle highly confidential compensation data Ability to organize and prioritize numerous assignments and complete them under time constraints Positive and willing to take initiative and follow through on projects and assignments Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Work Environment

Non-smoking environmentMust be available to work beyond regular days and hoursMust be able to work under tight deadlines and in stressful situationsAvailable to work 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and available for some evening and/or weekend hours

Steptoe LLP is an equal opportunity employer EOE/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, or any basis proscribed by applicable statutes.

Steptoe LLP, a Washington is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join its Accounting & Finance Department. The Financial Analyst will provide financial analysis, planning and management reporting of key operational metrics, respond to financial and statistical surveys, and administer the firm’s financial reporting software.

Minimum Qualifications

3 to 6 years of experience in financial analyses and/or a related field Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics or Accounting is required

Success Factors

Work may require more than 37.5 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position Solid understanding of financial concepts, statements and analysis Law firm experience, particularly the use of 3E Excellent analytical skills Advanced skill level for Excel and MS Query Excellent ability to pay attention to detail Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate in person, by e-mail and telephone and follow instruction effectively from a diverse group of attorneys, managers and staff and to provide information with ordinary courtesy and tact Maturity to handle highly confidential compensation data Ability to organize and prioritize numerous assignments and complete them under time constraints Positive and willing to take initiative and follow through on projects and assignments Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Work Environment

Non-smoking environmentMust be available to work beyond regular days and hoursMust be able to work under tight deadlines and in stressful situationsAvailable to work 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and available for some evening and/or weekend hours

Steptoe LLP is an equal opportunity employer EOE/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, or any basis proscribed by applicable statutes.