The Financial Terms Analyst supports the accurate intake, validation, documentation, and implementation of financial terms throughout the client matter lifecycle. This role ensures that financial terms are aligned with client agreements and internal policies, accurately reflected in internal systems, documented, maintained and communicated.  The Analyst works closely with other revenue cycle teams, including New Business Intake, Pricing, Billing, and E-Billing, to ensure compliance, reduce downstream risk, and support efficient revenue operations. The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, enjoys working with data, and is eager to learn about financial operations in a fast-paced professional services environment.

• Review and validate client financial terms during New Business Intake and throughout the client matter lifecycle, ensuring compliance and alignment with client agreements and firm policies.
• Implement and maintain financial terms in internal systems (e.g., 3E, Intapp) in alignment with client agreements and firm standards.
• Document and communicate financial terms to appropriate stakeholders.
• Coordinate with members of the e-billing group to ensure that all operational aspects of arrangements are submitted in line with approved terms.  
• Address questions and issues that arise due to the set-up of billing information in 3E from individuals at various levels across the Firm’s offices worldwide and from clients.
• Support the implementation, maintenance and audit of all timekeeper billing rates.
• Participate in projects related to process improvement, technology enhancements, and financial term governance.
• Provide excellent client service to all stakeholders.

Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. If an estimated salary range for this role is available, it will be provided in our Target Salary Range section. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email staffrecruiting@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources). 

Education and/or Experience: 

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree
• A minimum of 2 years of analytical experience
• Advanced capability and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, technology or similar field
• Experience with 3E, Intapp, Sharepoint, Smartsheets, NetDocs

Other Skills and Abilities:

The following will also be required of the successful candidate:

• Strong organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good judgment
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
• Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities

Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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