Financial Analysis Coordinator

About Kirkland & Ellis

At Kirkland & Ellis, we don’t just meet the standard for legal excellence — we set it. Our culture is built on teamwork, ingenuity and an unwavering commitment to continuous growth. We tackle the most sophisticated legal challenges with bold ideas and innovative solutions, powered by the exceptional experience and ambition of our 7,000+ people, including 4,000+ attorneys, across 22 offices worldwide. Our dedicated professionals share our lawyers’ commitment to excellence and show up each day to do meaningful work that helps drive global business, investment and innovation forward.

What You’ll Do

Are you detail-driven with a passion for numbers and cross-functional collaboration?

As a Financial Analysis Coordinator, you’ll play a key role in ensuring accurate billing and revenue practices across the Firm. This position supports the broader Revenue Management team by maintaining and auditing timekeeper billing rates, coordinating closely with firm leadership, and executing monthly compliance procedures. You’ll also contribute to high-impact projects, from process improvements to pricing support, helping the team make data-informed decisions that drive firm performance.

• Billing Rate Oversight: Maintain global billing rate data for new and existing timekeepers; collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Partners and key committee members, to establish and support accurate billing practices.
• Compliance & Audit Support: Execute monthly audits to ensure firmwide billing rate accuracy and compliance; assist with annual rate setting and system configuration.
• Revenue Team Support: Respond to real-time billing and pricing inquiries from partners and firm leaders; process rate overrides and support client rate plan implementation.
• Data Gathering & Analysis: Collect financial data for Requests for Proposals (RFPs); analyze market trends to support pricing decisions in collaboration with the Pricing and Business Development teams.
• Special Projects & Growth: Assist with cost override and client group maintenance; support financial schedule/report preparation and contribute to ongoing process improvement initiatives.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance preferred, or equivalent experience.
• 1–2 years’ experience in accounting or finance; experience in a professional services environment (law firm experience a plus).
• Strong attention to detail and eagerness to learn; ability to spot and clearly communicate anomalies through routine audits.
• Ability to work well with cross-functional teams; professional, team-oriented, and committed to delivering excellent service.
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills to summarize findings and collaborate across teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint); experience with Elite 3E and Power BI is a plus.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments while meeting firm deadlines and be capable of working with all levels of Firm personnel, both as part of a team and independently. 
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills as well as proactive and results oriented.

If you’re excited to support a high-performing team and drive revenue accuracy through data and collaboration, we’d love to hear from you!

Compensation

The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in Chicago. This range may differ based on your geographic location and cost of living considerations. At Kirkland & Ellis, we consider compensation more than just a base salary. We offer an exceptional range of flexible benefits including comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and retirement. We also offer personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities all designed to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work.

Compensation Range:

• Chicago: $70,000 - $84,000

How to Apply

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