Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Experience leading complex projects from planning to execution
Critical thinking with the ability to develop alternative approaches
Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, business, or related field
Preferred experience in professional services, management consulting, investment banking, or private equity
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities
Responsibilities
Analyze financial and operational data using advanced techniques and tools
Translate business questions into clear analytical approaches and deliver reports
Communicate findings through written summaries and presentations to stakeholders
Support ad hoc reporting and long-term analytical initiatives
Identify opportunities to improve processes and automate reporting
Maintain thorough documentation of methodologies and data sources
Manage a small team of direct reports
Benefits
Hybrid work model with 2 days in-office
Opportunity to work in a prominent international law firm
Engagement in strategic and operational initiatives
Access to advanced analytical tools and technologies
Professional development opportunities through project leadership
Full Job Description
Prominent, international law firm seeks a Strategic Finance Manager
This is a hybrid role, 2 days per week in midtown Manhattan or Short Hills NJ
The Manager plays a key role in delivering financial insight and analytical support across the organization. This position partners closely with leadership and internal stakeholders to respond to analytical requests, develop financial reporting, and support a wide range of strategic and operational initiatives. The role involves both independent work and collaboration on complex projects related to client data, performance metrics, and firm-wide financial analysis.
Key Responsibilities
Analyze financial and operational data using advanced analytical techniques, financial systems, and business intelligence tools to produce accurate and actionable insights
Translate business questions into clear analytical approaches and deliver high-quality reports and analyses
Partner with stakeholders to communicate findings through written summaries, presentations, and discussions, ensuring clarity around assumptions, methodologies, and results
Support ad hoc reporting, special projects, and long-term analytical initiatives across the organization
Identify opportunities to improve processes, increase efficiency, and automate recurring reporting through the use of new tools or technologies
Maintain thorough documentation of methodologies, data sources, and analytical procedures
Handle sensitive and confidential financial and business information with discretion and professionalism
Manage a small team of direct reports
Qualifications & Experience
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Demonstrated experience leading complex projects from planning through execution
Ability to think critically and develop alternative approaches to achieve business objectives
Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, business, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
Prior experience in a professional services/management consulting, investment banking, or PE deal team environment preferred
Comfortable working in a fast-paced setting with frequent ad hoc requests and evolving priorities
Salary 135k-170k base DOE plus bonus and excellent benefits
