At Expert Institute, we’re building the smarter future of legal technology. Through our cloud-based expert service platform, Expert iQ, we empower attorneys with the expertise they need to win. Expert Institute is a high-growth, subscription-based business backed by a blue chip private equity firm.
We’re proud to call some of the nation’s most prominent law firms as clients. Together with our network of over 3 million subject-matter experts, we’ve had a hand in securing over $20 billion in recovered value while working across recent civil rights, Big Tech, and major league sports-related litigation.
We’re making this all happen through a SaaS-enabled model: our team is the fuel helping the expert engine run. We’re a team of researchers, medical doctors, client advocates, business development leaders, and technologists. As we roll out new Expert iQ features, expand our client base, and onboard new experts, we’re always looking for growth-minded individuals to join the team.
We’re looking for a professional and driven Director of Financial Planning and Analysis to join our team, who will report to the Chief Financial Officer and manage the Strategy and Analytics team. The Director of Financial Planning and Analysis will provide deep analysis in a data driven environment to maximize performance. The role offers the opportunity to obtain a ‘big picture’ view of the company’s performance while at the same time improving processes to drive forecasting/budgeting efficiency and accuracy. On the manager level, the role will hire for, develop, and coach a small team of Business Analysts.
Support annual budgeting process and prepare quarterly forecasting and analysis
Prepare comprehensive financial models with an integrated set of financial statements, assumptions and metrics (KPI files, sensitivity analyses to assess range of outcomes, etc.)
Assist in special projects needed by management and the board of directors
Develop thoughtful and easy-to-follow presentations to effectively communicate ideas to key stakeholders
Manage the day-to-day operation of the Strategy and Analytics team, set deadlines and clear team goals; delegate tasks and monitor team performance
Motivate and coach team members and support professional development
Ad hoc projects
Qualifications:
4-7 years’ relevant experience (investment banking, private equity, consulting or financial analyst background is preferred)
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Economics, Business, or other applicable area of study
Advanced MS Office skills required (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Strong communication skills - verbal and written
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Excellent organization skills and client service attitude
Detail oriented and self-motivated
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
Experience with financial models and projections required
Experience with Salesforce a plus
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.