Financial Analyst

Fish & Richardson, the premier global intellectual property law firm, is trusted by the world’s most innovative and influential companies.

Fish was established in 1878, and now has more than 400 attorneys and technology specialists in the U.S., Europe, and China.

Our success is rooted in our creative and inclusive culture, which values the diversity of people, experiences, and perspectives.

Do you have the following skills, experience and drive to succeed in this role Find out below.

Join Fish’s fast-paced Finance Department as a Financial Analyst in our Minneapolis or Boston office. This exciting opportunity will expose the ideal candidate to all aspects of financial operations.

From pricing management and analysis, recurring and ad hoc reporting, revenue and expense management, to assessing operational performance and making related recommendations to management, you will be working with experienced professionals throughout the organization, making valuable contributions on a daily basis.

How Will You Make a Difference?

• Master the fundamentals and intricacies of law firm pricing, and associated operations and analysis
• Problem-solve to address pricing-related inquiries from within and outside the firm
• Provide financial analysis of our legal practice groups and other aspects of the firm's operations
• Produce standardized and ad hoc monthly and quarterly management reports and presentations
• Grow your knowledge base and responsibility over time in all aspects of the firm’s financial management

What Will You Bring to the Table?

• Bachelor’s degree required, with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5
• Prior work experience in a role entailing problem solving, critical thinking, analysis (including financial), reporting and detail-oriented responsibilities is preferred
• Ability and drive to identify and analyze issues and to work towards solutions
• Ability to learn fast and multi-task effectively while staying organized and maintaining work quality
• Ability and desire to independently manage a task, function, or project from beginning to end
• Ability and drive to identify knowledge gaps and willingness to ask questions
• Acute attention to details and work product
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in MSExcel to include experience with pivot tables, vlookups, formulas; SQL and VBA knowledge and / or demonstrated ability to learn and use programming languages a plus
• This role requires the ability to go into the office periodically for occasional team and Minneapolis office meetings.

Why Fish?

• Competitive pay and discretionary bonus opportunities along with a rich benefits package, including comprehensive medical and dental coverage, generous paid time off, and tuition reimbursement
• Award-winning retirement and profit sharing plans with employer contribution
• A family-friendly atmosphere with back-up child care, as well as health and wellness initiatives
• A positive culture awarded an Outstanding Workplace 2023 designation by People Insight based on our high levels of employee engagement
• Experienced managers that are committed to your career growth and progress in the role
• The team is dedicated to expanding your understanding of the firm’s financial operations through individualized training and support
• You’ll have strong team of peers who are driven, knowledgeable, and committed to succeeding as a group
• Opportunity to explore and take ownership of a variety of specialized tasks as your knowledge of the firm’s financial operations grows

Our Commitment to Diversity

As a firm that serves the world’s greatest visionaries, we know that creativity and innovation are the result of seeing the world from multiple different perspectives.

Having a diverse team enhances the quality of legal services we provide to our clients, sustains our standing as a premier IP law firm, and strengthens the fabric of our firm.

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