Sr. Financial Analyst

Join Goodwin’s Global Operations Team, and make a real impact on a global scale. At Goodwin, we work with some of the world’s most successful and innovative investors, entrepreneurs and disruptors in the life sciences, private equity, real estate, technology and financial industries, and where they converge. As part of the Global Operations Team – all business professionals at the firm – you’ll collaborate with colleagues from varied backgrounds and experiences, fostering an environment where cross-functional learning, networking, and collaboration are at the core of what we do.
Here, we’re not just supporting a law firm; we’re partnering with attorneys and clients to deliver cutting-edge solutions in high-stakes litigation and dispute resolution, world-class regulatory compliance and advisory services, and complex transactions. Our commitment to integrity, ingenuity, agility, and ambition drives us, and we’re proud to have been recognised as the “Best Business Team” by The American Lawyer.
This is your opportunity to grow professionally in a dynamic, global environment, surrounded by forward-thinking peers.

The Senior Financial Analyst will be a key member of the FP&A team responsible for supporting the month end close process working with finance leadership and cross-functional departments in the business.  The role will be responsible for managing operating expenses, analyzing financial data, and providing insights to support business decisions. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of financial principles, advanced analytical skills, and the ability to interpret complex data. They must also demonstrate a strong interest in process innovation and improvement. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to contribute to a dynamic and forward-thinking company. The candidate will be responsible for building and developing the models, tools and mechanisms necessary to address business opportunities, drive automation, improve internal controls, and earn trust across practices and functions.

What You Will Do:

• Maintain and enhance expense forecasting and analyze and monitor non-compensation expense trends, identifying key drivers of variance and recommending cost control strategies to business partners. Provide comprehensive and detailed financial analysis pertaining to the company's performance.

• Develop effective, efficient and accurate reporting methodology for performing actual vs. plan, forecast, and prior year variance analysis at various levels. Highlight critical variances and partner with manager(s) to identify remedial actions for spend monitoring and issue resolution.

• Analyze financial information, key operating metrics and produce analytical reporting packages in support of practice group management. 

• Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver ad-hoc financial analysis and projects.

• Train and assist junior analyst with plan/forecast and month-end processes and develop and maintain supporting documentation.

• Support the Sr. Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis in working with Department Directors to establish and execute financial objectives, offering insights and recommendations for strategic decision-making.

• Process Innovation and Improvement: Identify and implement innovative processes to enhance financial operations and improve accuracy and efficiency.

• Leverage existing systems to enhance the quality, efficiency and timeliness of business financial reporting.  Looks for ways to optimize/enhance planning tools and processes.

• Apply written and verbal communications skills to help facilitate annual budget and quarterly forecast processes with Finance and other departmental managers and directors.

• Collaborate with other Finance team members to help document processes to facilitate knowledge share and cross-training.

Who You Are:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field is required

• Minimum of 3-5 years of related experience in financial analysis including, but not limited to financial modeling, reporting, budgeting and forecasting in a corporate or professional services environment

• Advanced Microsoft Office skills required, proficiency in financial modeling and forecasting techniques

• Effective communication and social skills, ability to partner cross-functionally and with all levels of firm personnel

• Proven analytical and organizational skills, with strong accountability

• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

• Self-starter with experience managing projects to tight deadlines

• Proven technical aptitude and skills, with the ability to quickly learn and effectively apply new technologies and software applications

• Experience with Tableau and Pigment a plus, not required

• Firm culture is hybrid work environment

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Benefits and More

At Goodwin, you will discover your next career opportunity with a rewarding compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including:

• Flexible work arrangements and hybrid work schedule

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Life and disability insurance

• Retirement & Savings Plan

• Emergency back-up child and adult care

• Paid vacation, sick time off, and holidays

• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

• Employee recognition and reward programs

• Employee wellness and assistance programs

• Employee discounts and perks

​Consistent with the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.

Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.

Goodwin Procter LLP is an equal opportunity employer. This means that Goodwin Procter LLP considers applicants for employment, and makes employment decisions without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or other legally protected status.
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