Financial Analyst

About the position

At Lippincott, we create, grow, and transform brands to help our clients achieve their most ambitious aspirations. We transform their businesses for the modern economy, embracing brand and digital as central drivers of future success. As a Financial Analyst, you will work closely with the Finance Director and Controller to assist in managing the firm's financial reporting, performance analysis, budgeting, and forecasting. This role is ideal for a talented Financial Analyst looking to do more than just crunch numbers. It is a highly visible role, working closely with the firm's practices and global functions. In this role, you will provide high quality financial analysis and planning to firm leadership, helping them understand Lippincott's key financial drivers to facilitate informed business decisions.

Responsibilities

• Provide management and oversight of the entire revenue process, from case set-up through close, including analysis and reporting of project metrics
• Conduct analysis of key drivers of financial performance such as revenue forecasts and variances, expenses, staff utilization, and new business
• Prepare and distribute various reports and liaise with leaders to answer questions and provide additional reporting solutions as necessary
• Develop polished presentation materials using PowerPoint to clearly communicate performance to influence decision making
• Provide support and analysis for special projects as needed, including ad hoc financial analysis, efficiency initiatives, restructuring initiatives, and process improvements
• Assist in the preparation of monthly and annual forecasts
• Participate in the annual budget process, working across departments/practices/regions
• Assist in the consolidation of the total firm budget and coordination with the parent company
• Monitor the budget and analyzes any variances

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance or equivalent
• Experience: 3+ years financial planning and analysis, budgeting and forecasting; professional services experience is a plus
• Strong analytical and planning background
• Highly organized, with strong attention to detail
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to present complex information to varied audiences
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Highly organized, self-starter with a can-do attitude
• Positive attitude and willingness to pitch in beyond the job description
• Extensive Microsoft Excel experience
• Strong Microsoft Office suite skills (especially PowerPoint)
• Experience with Tableau, including proficiency in data visualization and dashboard creation is a plus
• Experience with Hyperion Financial Suite, Certinia, SmartView, etc. is a plus

Benefits

• Base pay range from $75,000 - $90,000
• Performance-based incentives