Financial Analyst

Summary/Objective

This is a hands-on position that works closely with both internal and external clients to ensure accurate and timely financial analysis, planning, and reporting. This position will also handle some billing and collections activities from initial matter intake through final billing.

Responsibilities

• Produce and prepare Firm monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports
• Provide analysis, commentary and distribute reports to management
• Aid in the preparation of the Firm’s annual budget and quarterly forecasts
• Provide regular and ad-hoc financial reports to senior management, highlighting key performance indicators and offering actionable insights
• Develop integrated revenue/expense analyses, projections, reports, and presentations
• Provide analysis and insight to Practice Leaders and Directors to support their decision-making with regards to budgeting, forecasting and expense management
• Prepare, model and analyze various fee or pricing options as requested
• Assist in the preparation of new business proposals, RFPs and profitability analysis
• Special projects may include assisting with heightened or escalated month-end needs and testing of new software features
• Review initial matter intake requests and confirm accuracy of data entered through intake workflow
• Review to include client billing guidelines and summarizing those guidelines into billing notes
• Generate, launch and monitor status of prebills through the Aderant Expert Billing workflow
• Process and finalize bill edits as directed by the billing attorney or their secretary
• Communicate with internal and external clients. Answer client inquiries via phone and email
• Keep appropriate documentation by logging conversations, e-mails and other communications

Qualifications

• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices as normally acquired through an Associate’s degree in Accounting or closely related field, or equivalent combination of training and experience is required. (4 Year college degree preferred)
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Suite, to include Excel and the ability to prepare ad hoc reports and requests as needed
• Must have strong technology skills and particularly strong skills in a service-oriented office environment
• Experience with Aderant or other legal billing software a plus

Work Environment

The team atmosphere is fostered not only by the lawyers, but by all members of the support staff. Our firm’s employees are proud of collaborating to service firm clients. Our commitment to teamwork allows us to tap multiple fields of experience from our range of practice areas, ensuring our ability to meet each client’s individual needs. Our team approach enables us to analyze a situation from several points of view until we uncover the advantage that makes the difference for our client.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time exempt position working from our Denver office. Regular hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Travel is limited and primarily local during the business day.

Salary Range

$80,000 - $105,000 annually. The final salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

Benefits

• Standard benefits including health insurance, 401(k) contribution, and paid time off
• Annual bonus potential based on firm performance

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. The firm’s policy is to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion are driving forces in the success of our firm and help our trial teams deliver superior client service informed by diverse viewpoints. We give equal opportunity to all qualified applicants, and we always use job-related factors to make selection decisions.