Revenue Management & Analytics Analyst

Sidley Austin; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Sidley Austin LLP in Illinois seeks a Revenue Management Analyst to support the Revenue Management Manager by monitoring backlog, unbilled time, missing time, unassigned time, and unapplied funds to optimize the firm’s revenue cycle.

You will analyze data, generate reports, and provide actionable insights to firm leadership and practice groups. The role is hybrid with bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience with financial and/or operational analysis.
• Experience in defining processes, conducting root cause analysis, and delivering process improvements.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with other Microsoft Office products (PowerPoint, OneNote, Access).

Responsibilities

• Monitor, analyze and report on backlog and key revenue metrics for assigned Global Practice Group/s.
• Develop and maintain reports on backlog status for management decisions.
• Provide actionable insights to firm management to optimize revenue and reduce leakage.
• Conduct root cause analyses of time adjustments and identify process improvements.
• Leverage risk scoring and historical data to assess collectability of backlog.
• Review Unassigned Time and Missing Time balances for recoverability.
• Analyze Unapplied balances and coordinate with partners and billing teams.
• Identify opportunities to leverage AI/technology to improve reporting efficiency.
• Provide excellent client-attorney service and support across the firm.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial analysis

Operational analysis

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Tools

Elite 3E

Job description

Sidley Austin LLP in Illinois seeks a Revenue Management Analyst to support the Revenue Management Manager by monitoring backlog, unbilled time, missing time, unassigned time, and unapplied funds to optimize the firm’s revenue cycle.

You will analyze data, generate reports, and provide actionable insights to firm leadership and practice groups. The role is hybrid with bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program.