Financial Analyst
Kirkland & Ellis
IT, Accounting & Finance
United States
USD 100k-110k / year
Posted on Jul 2, 2025
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 expertise and dedication of our people.
With 6,500+ professionals, including 4,000 lawyers, across 22 offices worldwide, Kirkland attorneys shape markets, influence policies, and establish legal precedents that redefine what’s possible. We bring together the best minds to meet clients where they are, driving the future of business, investment, and innovation.
What You’ll Do
Are you a finance professional who thrives on turning complex data into clear, strategic insights? As a Financial Analyst, you’ll play a key role in shaping our global revenue operations. From evaluating pricing strategies to guiding firmwide billing policies, you’ll work directly with partners and senior leaders to drive profitability, reduce risk, and influence high-impact decisions. This collaborative, high-visibility role offers a fast-paced environment and the opportunity to make a measurable difference across the business.
The schedule for this position may include non-standard working hours to support global operations.
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
Thank you for your interest in Kirkland & Ellis LLP. To complete an application and submit your resume, please click "Apply Now."
Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others at Kirkland.
Equal Employment Opportunity
All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee’s race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
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 expertise and dedication of our people.
With 6,500+ professionals, including 4,000 lawyers, across 22 offices worldwide, Kirkland attorneys shape markets, influence policies, and establish legal precedents that redefine what’s possible. We bring together the best minds to meet clients where they are, driving the future of business, investment, and innovation.
What You’ll Do
Are you a finance professional who thrives on turning complex data into clear, strategic insights? As a Financial Analyst, you’ll play a key role in shaping our global revenue operations. From evaluating pricing strategies to guiding firmwide billing policies, you’ll work directly with partners and senior leaders to drive profitability, reduce risk, and influence high-impact decisions. This collaborative, high-visibility role offers a fast-paced environment and the opportunity to make a measurable difference across the business.
The schedule for this position may include non-standard working hours to support global operations.
- Client Pricing Strategy – Evaluate fee arrangements and support proposals that align with business goals.
- Profitability & Risk Analysis – Monitor revenue trends, develop profitability metrics, and identify financial risks at the client and matter level.
- Insightful Reporting – Design tools and presentations that turn financial data into actionable guidance for leadership.
- Policy & Rate Governance – Contribute to billing rate development and ensure alignment with firmwide financial policies.
- Cross-Functional Projects – Collaborate across teams on ad hoc initiatives related to resource planning, market insights, and client strategy.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, with 2-4 years in accounting or finance; experience in a professional services environment preferred.
- Strategic Thinking – Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data, support high-level decision-making and results orientated.
- Execution & Accuracy – Proven proactive ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure while maintaining precision.
- Communication & Collaboration – Excellent interpersonal skills with comfort presenting to stakeholders at all levels.
- Technical Proficiency – Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills; familiarity with accounting systems and relational databases.
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: $100,000 - $110,000
Thank you for your interest in Kirkland & Ellis LLP. To complete an application and submit your resume, please click "Apply Now."
Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others at Kirkland.
Equal Employment Opportunity
All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee’s race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.