Chicago - Financial Analyst

This role is fully remote and must reside in the Chicagoland area and live within a commutable distance to the office.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Financial Analyst role is to support the Financial Reporting Team in providing standard monthly and ad-hoc reporting to various functions within the firm.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Analysis of financial information as requested by firm management.
2. Compile financial data for industry surveys.
3. Prepare and distribute daily, monthly, and quarterly reports to be used and provided to firm management. Ensure accuracy and completeness of reports.
4. Prepare yearly expense budget for assigned areas. Requires the review of historical trends and new initiatives to establish the appropriate expense budgets.
5. Provide expense analyses and reports as requested. The data must be prepared accurately and timely based on department guidelines and the specific requirements of the request.
6. Provide variance reporting compared to budget and prior year(s) financial data.
7. Prepare detailed analysis of Key Performance Indicators for offices/departments, as necessary.
8. Serve as a backup on primary responsibilities of other colleagues.
9. Book check reclasses as needed.
10. Prepare miscellaneous projects as assigned.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
2. Minimum of 3+ years of accounting/finance experience required.
3. Must live within a commutable distance to the local office required.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Large law firm experience preferred.
2. CPA preferred.

COMPETENCIES:

Adaptability:

1. Ability to learn and embrace new skills and best practices as the position evolves and Firm needs change.

Collaboration:

1. Ability to develop relationships and foster teamwork at all levels of the Firm.

Communication:

1. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
2. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse group of internal and external clients, attorneys, and staff.
3. Ability to manage confidential information and sensitive situations with tact and discretion.

Excellence:

1. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
2. Reliability, flexibility, and adaptability in a team and service-oriented environment.
3. Ability to organize, prioritize, and multi-task in a time-sensitive environment while maintaining the highest standards of work quality.
4. Ability to produce quality work in a fast-paced dynamic environment, including prioritizing numerous tasks and completing them under time constraints.
5. Ability to identify and accomplish long and short-term goals, projects, and activities.

Knowledge Base:

1. Broad knowledge of Microsoft applications.

Problem Solving Skills:

1. Ability and confidence to identify and analyze issues, make decisions, and initiate actions/solutions.
2. Agility to be able to respond to unexpected challenges, including proactively developing innovative solutions to complex problems while maintaining a professional demeanor.

Professionalism:

1. Ability to maintain composure and demonstrate good judgment.

Benefits:

In addition to paying competitive, market-based salaries, Winston offers comprehensive benefits that provide a full spectrum of coverage and support for our full-time employees and their families. Our generous benefits and perks, which are subject to eligibility and may change from time to time, include:

HEALTH & WELL-BEING:

1. Medical, dental, and vision plans - coverage begins on the first day of employment
2. Life & disability insurance
3. Pre-tax commuter benefit
4. Employee assistance program
5. Free premium access to the Calm app
6. Mental health first aid responders

WORK-LIFE INTEGRATION:

1. 24/7 concierge service
2. Back-up child and elder care through Bright Horizons
3. Free overnight shipment of breast milk for nursing moms when they travel for work
4. On-site nursing rooms

RETIREMENT:

1. 401(k) retirement plan
2. Firm-funded retirement plan

TIME OFF:

1. 10 paid holidays per year
2. 10 sick/personal days per year
3. Paid vacation time
4. Up to 2 days of paid time off to participate in Winston for Good activities

We value diversity in the workplace. EOE/Minorities/Females/Vets/Disabled (EOE=Equal Opportunity Employer)