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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.
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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 H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Financial Data Analyst
Align your degree to the role
Your degree field must directly relate to financial data analysis. A finance or statistics degree is straightforward. A general business degree may trigger an RFE, so document any coursework in quantitative methods, econometrics, or data modeling before applying.
Search LCA filings for sponsoring employers
Use the OFLC Wage Search to pull Labor Condition Application records for job titles like Financial Analyst or Data Analyst. Employers with recent, certified LCAs for those titles have an active sponsorship infrastructure and are far more likely to proceed through full H-1B filing.
Confirm your SOC code with the employer
Financial Data Analyst roles typically fall under SOC 13-2051 (Financial and Investment Analysts) or 15-2051 (Data Scientists). Ask your recruiter which code the employer plans to use on the LCA. It affects prevailing wage requirements and how USCIS evaluates specialty occupation status.
Target employers before February cap registration
USCIS opens H-1B cap registration in early March for an October 1 start date. Employers need weeks to prepare the LCA before registering. Start your offer negotiations by January so your employer can meet that internal lead time without rushing the filing.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsors
Search Migrate Mate for Financial Data Analyst roles filtered by employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history. You'll see which companies have sponsored this specific job category recently, so you're targeting real opportunities rather than guessing at employer willingness.
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Find Financial Data Analyst JobsFinancial Data Analyst H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Financial Data Analyst role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, Financial Data Analyst roles qualify because they require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as statistics, finance, economics, or computer science. USCIS evaluates the job description to confirm the degree requirement is tied to the position itself, not just preferred. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field can face RFEs on specialty occupation grounds, so detailed job descriptions matter.
How do I find employers actively sponsoring H-1B visas for this role?
Search Migrate Mate for Financial Data Analyst positions filtered by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history. You can also cross-reference the DOL's OFLC Wage Search, which shows certified Labor Condition Applications by employer name and job title. Employers with recent LCA certifications for analyst roles already have the compliance infrastructure to support your petition.
Which SOC code applies to Financial Data Analyst positions on the LCA?
Most Financial Data Analyst roles fall under SOC 13-2051 (Financial and Investment Analysts) or 15-2051 (Data Scientists), depending on how heavily the role weights statistical modeling versus financial forecasting. The SOC code determines the prevailing wage level the employer must certify on the LCA. Confirm the code with your employer's immigration team before the LCA is submitted, since changing it later requires refiling.
What happens to my H-1B if I change employers after approval?
You can change employers under H-1B portability rules once USCIS has received and receipted a new I-129 petition from your next employer. You're authorized to start work at the new employer at that receipt point, without waiting for final approval, as long as you've held valid H-1B status for at least 180 days. Your new employer files a fresh LCA and petition specific to your Financial Data Analyst role and their wage structure.
Can my employer use O*NET data to support my H-1B specialty occupation argument?
Yes. O*NET publishes occupation profiles that describe the typical education and skill requirements for roles like Financial Analysts and Data Scientists. USCIS adjudicators and attorneys frequently reference O*NET to establish that a position normally requires a specific degree. Including the relevant O*NET job zone and education level in your petition support letter strengthens the specialty occupation argument, particularly for hybrid roles that blend financial analysis with data engineering.
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