ABOUT JENNER & BLOCK

Jenner & Block LLP is a law firm with global reach, with offices in Century City, Chicago, London, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, and Washington, DC. The firm is known for its prominent and successful litigation practice, global investigations practice, regulatory and government controversies work, and experience handling sophisticated and high-profile corporate transactions. Its clients include Fortune 100 companies, technology companies, large privately held corporations, emerging companies, Native American tribes, and venture capital and private equity investors. The American Lawyer has recognized Jenner & Block as the No. 1 pro bono firm in the United States 10 times.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Budget Creation & Management

• Responsible for gathering and/or reviewing financial data from various departments to develop comprehensive budget models.
• Analyze historical data and market trends to inform budget projections.
• Work with the CFO and Controller to establish budget parameters and guidelines for each department.
• Educate and assist departmental leadership as they develop their budgets to ensure a comprehensive and accurate budget.
• Present budget materials to senior management for review and approval.
• Be subject matter expert for budget & forecasting software (currently COGNOS, moving to Elite 3E AFS)

Financial Forecasting

• Identifying potential risks and opportunities impacting financial performance of the Firm.
• Able to develop “what-if” scenarios to assess different strategies or to highlight different outcomes from as originally forecasted.
• Update existing budget for actual and adjust forecast based on changing market or strategic forces.
• Perform complex analysis over projected spending under various scenarios.
• Work across all departments to update forecasts as needed.
• Analyze and report on any variances to budget and/or forecast.

New Financial System Implementation

• The Firm is embarking on a major financial system conversion to 3E.As part of this conversion, a new budgeting and forecasting module will be implemented. This role will play a major part in the design and implementation of the budgeting and forecasting module.
• Performs other related duties and assignments as requested.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance; Master’s Degree preferred
• At least five (5) years of work experience in budgeting and forecasting
• Software knowledge
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word)
• ERP software, with focus on financial reporting and forecasting module experience. 3E experience a plus.
• Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, responsiveness, and customer service, while observing and ensuring confidentiality of personnel and Firm information.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities
• Attention to detail

Additional Duties

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the primary duties and responsibilities for the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all tasks or responsibilities that may be assigned. The role may include additional duties, specialized projects, and other tasks as required. The firm reserves the right to modify or adjust the responsibilities to meet business needs.

Physical Requirements

Candidates must be able to meet the physical demands of the position, including the ability to commute to the office as required on designated in-office days based on the position. The firm is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Jenner & Block LLP is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment and employment decisions are not made on the basis of an individual’s race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability or medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity and/or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions, arrest record, matriculation, personal appearance, political affiliation, marital, parental, veteran, military, or order of protection status, or any other protected status or that of their relatives, friends, or associates.

Jenner & Block is proud to offer a competitive total rewards package, including comprehensive health & well-being benefits and 401k profit sharing. The anticipated pay range for this role is $145,000-$150,000 in Chicago. The actual offered rate for this position will be determined based on several factors, including qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data, and consideration of internal equity.