FP&A ANALYST

$73,853 - $102,517/Yr

DLA Piper

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The FP&A Analyst at DLA Piper plays a crucial role in supporting financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and decision-making processes. This position is designed to provide insightful analysis and reporting packages to business leaders across the firm, ensuring informed decision-making, safeguarding profitability, and supporting long-term growth goals. The role requires strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a deep understanding of financial concepts and metrics.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial models to support short-term and long-term forecasting.
• Analyze historical financial data and identify trends to inform future projections.
• Collaborate with various departments to gather relevant data for accurate forecasting.
• Prepare and present detailed financial forecasts to senior management.
• Assist in the annual budgeting process, including creating budget templates and coordinating with department heads.
• Monitor actual performance against budget and analyze variances.
• Provide insights and recommendations to improve budget accuracy and efficiency.
• Prepare comprehensive financial reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Conduct variance analysis to explain differences between actual results and forecasts/budgets.
• Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess business performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Support ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting requests as needed.
• Work closely with senior management to provide financial insights and support strategic decision-making.
• Analyze potential business opportunities, mergers, acquisitions, and investments.
• Develop financial models to assess the financial impact of strategic initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and improve efficiency.
• Implement best practices in financial planning, analysis, and reporting.
• Utilize financial software and tools to enhance data accuracy and reporting capabilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or similar field.
• 2 years' experience in a law firm, professional services firm or blue-chip organization with a focus on expense management and/or financial planning.
• Strong analytical skills to analyze complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively present findings and recommendations.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in financial analysis and reporting.
• Strong problem-solving abilities to identify and address financial challenges.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) plan