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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 23 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 a data-driven finance professional who thrives on turning complex information into meaningful insights that influence strategic decisions? As a Senior Financial Data Analyst, you will play a critical role in shaping how the Firm understands and leverages its financial and operational data. Working closely with senior management, partners, and cross-functional leaders, you’ll design and deliver advanced analytics, build scalable data models, and support high-impact reporting that drives business performance.
You’ll bridge the gap between technical data structures and business needs—transforming transactional data into intuitive, actionable insights. This is an opportunity to contribute to strategic initiatives, enhance reporting capabilities, and help evolve the Firm’s data environment through innovation and collaboration.
- Drive Strategic Insights – Support key Firm initiatives through financial modeling, data mining, and advanced analysis to inform decision-making and performance tracking.
- Design Data Models – Architect and develop scalable, user-friendly data models (fact and dimension structures) that enable efficient reporting and analysis.
- Build Reporting Solutions – Create and enhance reports and dashboards using Power BI, leveraging Data Analysis Expressions (DAX) to deliver meaningful insights.
- Translate Business Needs – Partner with stakeholders to understand requirements and identify optimal data sources and delivery methods.
- Optimize Data Environment – Identify gaps in current systems and recommend solutions to improve data accessibility, quality, and usability.
- Develop Advanced Queries – Write and optimize complex queries using Transact-SQL (Structured Query Language) and other reporting tools.
- Analyze Complex Data Sets – Interpret trends, patterns, and correlations within large datasets to support business and financial objectives.
- Innovate Processes – Introduce new tools, techniques, and analytical approaches to improve efficiency and support evolving business needs.
- Transform and Present Data – Organize complex data into clear, structured reports for senior leadership, including committees and the Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
- Support Process Improvement – Contribute to system and process re-engineering efforts while evaluating downstream impacts of changes.
- Collaborate Cross-Functionally – Work closely with internal teams and stay current on emerging trends and capabilities within Power BI and analytics tools.
What You’ll Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and/or Finance (or comparable experience) required; with 6+ years of experience in accounting and/or finance, showing progressive growth in responsibilities.
- CPA status or an MBA, as well as previous experience in a law/professional services firm is desirable, but not required.
- Technical Expertise – Strong proficiency in Structured Query Language (SQL), Power Automate, and advanced Microsoft Excel required; experience with relational database concepts, Power BI report building, DAX knowledge, or Tabular Modeling is a plus.
- Analytical Thinking – Exceptional ability to collect, organize, analyze, and interpret complex data while maintaining a clear understanding of broader business objectives.
- Problem Solving & Initiative – Proactive mindset with the ability to identify next steps, anticipate challenges, and develop effective solutions.
- Communication Skills – Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly present insights and recommendations to diverse audiences.
- Collaboration & Professionalism – Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, building strong relationships across all levels of the organization.
- Attention to Detail – High level of accuracy and organization, with a commitment to excellence in all deliverables.
If you’re excited to turn data into strategic insight and help shape the future of financial decision-making, 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 $115,000 - $140,000
How to Apply
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.
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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 23 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 a data-driven finance professional who thrives on turning complex information into meaningful insights that influence strategic decisions? As a Senior Financial Data Analyst, you will play a critical role in shaping how the Firm understands and leverages its financial and operational data. Working closely with senior management, partners, and cross-functional leaders, you’ll design and deliver advanced analytics, build scalable data models, and support high-impact reporting that drives business performance.
You’ll bridge the gap between technical data structures and business needs—transforming transactional data into intuitive, actionable insights. This is an opportunity to contribute to strategic initiatives, enhance reporting capabilities, and help evolve the Firm’s data environment through innovation and collaboration.
- Drive Strategic Insights – Support key Firm initiatives through financial modeling, data mining, and advanced analysis to inform decision-making and performance tracking.
- Design Data Models – Architect and develop scalable, user-friendly data models (fact and dimension structures) that enable efficient reporting and analysis.
- Build Reporting Solutions – Create and enhance reports and dashboards using Power BI, leveraging Data Analysis Expressions (DAX) to deliver meaningful insights.
- Translate Business Needs – Partner with stakeholders to understand requirements and identify optimal data sources and delivery methods.
- Optimize Data Environment – Identify gaps in current systems and recommend solutions to improve data accessibility, quality, and usability.
- Develop Advanced Queries – Write and optimize complex queries using Transact-SQL (Structured Query Language) and other reporting tools.
- Analyze Complex Data Sets – Interpret trends, patterns, and correlations within large datasets to support business and financial objectives.
- Innovate Processes – Introduce new tools, techniques, and analytical approaches to improve efficiency and support evolving business needs.
- Transform and Present Data – Organize complex data into clear, structured reports for senior leadership, including committees and the Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
- Support Process Improvement – Contribute to system and process re-engineering efforts while evaluating downstream impacts of changes.
- Collaborate Cross-Functionally – Work closely with internal teams and stay current on emerging trends and capabilities within Power BI and analytics tools.
What You’ll Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and/or Finance (or comparable experience) required; with 6+ years of experience in accounting and/or finance, showing progressive growth in responsibilities.
- CPA status or an MBA, as well as previous experience in a law/professional services firm is desirable, but not required.
- Technical Expertise – Strong proficiency in Structured Query Language (SQL), Power Automate, and advanced Microsoft Excel required; experience with relational database concepts, Power BI report building, DAX knowledge, or Tabular Modeling is a plus.
- Analytical Thinking – Exceptional ability to collect, organize, analyze, and interpret complex data while maintaining a clear understanding of broader business objectives.
- Problem Solving & Initiative – Proactive mindset with the ability to identify next steps, anticipate challenges, and develop effective solutions.
- Communication Skills – Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly present insights and recommendations to diverse audiences.
- Collaboration & Professionalism – Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, building strong relationships across all levels of the organization.
- Attention to Detail – High level of accuracy and organization, with a commitment to excellence in all deliverables.
If you’re excited to turn data into strategic insight and help shape the future of financial decision-making, 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 $115,000 - $140,000
How to Apply
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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Financial Data Analyst
Audit your degree against EB-2 requirements
EB-2 requires an advanced degree or its equivalent. A bachelor's in statistics, economics, or finance plus five years of progressive data analysis experience can satisfy the equivalent standard, but document each role carefully before your employer files the PERM application.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Financial services firms, insurance companies, and consulting groups regularly file PERM applications for analyst roles. Search DOL disclosure data to confirm a prospective employer has successfully certified PERM cases in your SOC code before investing time in the interview process.
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Migrate Mate filters Financial Data Analyst openings by employers with documented green card sponsorship history, so you're not guessing which companies will actually file. Use it to build a targeted list before reaching out to recruiters.
Verify your job duties align with the LCA wage level
Your actual day-to-day responsibilities determine your OFLC wage level, not your title alone. If your duties include building predictive models or leading data architecture decisions, confirm the posted wage level reflects that scope or the PERM application risks a prevailing-wage audit.
Understand how PERM advertising rules affect your timeline
PERM requires your employer to run a recruitment campaign and document that no qualified U.S. applicant was available. This process typically takes six to twelve months before the I-140 is even filed, so negotiate your start date and any existing visa runway accordingly.
Clarify ownership of tools and systems in your job description
USCIS scrutinizes Financial Data Analyst PERM petitions where the job duties overlap with general IT or business roles. Ensure the labor certification description specifies the statistical software, data pipelines, and analytical frameworks you own, not a generic analyst profile that a broader candidate pool could fill.
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Find Financial Data Analyst JobsFinancial Data Analyst Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Financial Data Analyst role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Both categories apply depending on your credentials. EB-2 covers candidates with a master's degree or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience in quantitative analysis or a related field. EB-3 covers professionals with a relevant bachelor's degree. Your employer chooses the category based on the minimum requirements they set in the PERM job description, not your full resume.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B is a temporary work visa requiring renewal every few years and subject to an annual lottery cap. A green card through PERM and I-140 leads to permanent residency with no cap concerns at the EB-3 level for most countries outside India and China. The process takes longer, often two to four years from PERM filing to approval, but the outcome is permanent status rather than a timed authorization.
How can I find Financial Data Analyst jobs where the employer will sponsor a green card?
Migrate Mate surfaces Financial Data Analyst openings specifically filtered for employers with green card sponsorship history. Because most general job postings don't state whether PERM sponsorship is available, searching through a platform that cross-references DOL disclosure data saves significant time and avoids applying to roles where sponsorship was never on the table.
What does the PERM process look like for a Financial Data Analyst position?
Your employer starts by obtaining a prevailing wage determination from the OFLC, then runs a federally prescribed recruitment campaign over roughly sixty to ninety days. If no qualified U.S. worker applies, DOL certifies the application and the employer files an I-140 petition with USCIS. From there, you either wait for a visa number to become available or, if one is current for your country, file for adjustment of status.
Can I use the O*NET profile to support my green card petition?
O*NET provides the occupational definition and typical education requirements for Financial Data Analyst roles, which USCIS and DOL use as a baseline when evaluating whether the stated job duties and degree requirements are consistent with the classification. Referencing the O*NET occupational profile in your documentation helps establish that the role genuinely qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring a specific degree field.
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