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Robert Half Financial Analyst/Manager in Washington, District Of Columbia
Description
Our client, a prestigious and growing law firm, is searching for their new Financial Analyst. This newly created and highly visible role will support their CFO, work with the entire finance & accounting team and have true exposure to firm leadership. In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating the preparation, development, and maintenance of the annual budget and periodic forecasts. You will also work to identify and research variances to forecast, budget, and prior-year expenses, as well as prepare cash flow projections. This role is an exciting opportunity to apply your skills in financial analysis, budgeting and forecasting, and general ledger management, among others.
Responsibilities:
• Coordinate the preparation, development, and maintenance of the annual budget and periodic forecasts
• Identify and research variances to forecast, budget, and prior-year expenses on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis
• Articulate explanations to budget variances and proactively identify action items and opportunities for improvement
• Prepare cash flow projections on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis and assist with year-end cash flow planning
• Prepare ad-hoc and periodic statistical and metrics reports and develop expert knowledge of the firm’s business intelligence solution to extract financial data upon request
• Develop and maintain financial models as requested
• Prepare and/or review adjusting journal entries and work with accounting staff, and budget holders, on resolving GL coding issues
• Develop and prepare worksheets to evaluate billing rate increases
• Maintain Financial Dashboard and make updates when required, interface with subject matter consultants
• Participate in the development and implementation of relevant accounting software and internal reporting enhancement
Please submit your resume in confidence to Raj Khanna, Senior Vice President at Robert Half or directly via LinkedIn for immediate consideration for this or one of our other active career opportunities in the Washington Metro area.
Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field with 3+ years of experience including proficiency in financial analysis
• Proven ability to interpret data and make sound financial recommendations.
• Experience in budgeting and forecasting, able to plan and manage financial resources effectively.
• Proficiency in Elite 3E, Chrome River, and Power BI software are a plus
• Core knowledge of general ledger functions as well as month-end/year-end close processes.
• Experience in a law practice, consulting, public relations or similar type of firm is preferred
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of presenting financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills, able to solve complex financial problems and make decisions based on data analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly advanced Excel skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial forecasting and reporting.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of integrity and professionalism, able to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
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