Treasury Analyst

Kirkland & Ellis; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirkland & Ellis is seeking a Treasury analyst to support cash management, treasury operations, and financial reporting. You will process wires/ACH, prepare journal entries, and assist with financing decisions.

The role requires 1–2 years in finance within a professional services context, strong Excel skills, and a detail-focused, collaborative mindset in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business required.
• 1–2 years in audit, accounting, finance, or treasury/cash management in a law firm or professional services.

Responsibilities

• Support daily cash administration, monitor cash positions, and forecast cash flow.
• Verify and process wire transfers and ACH payments with proper approvals.
• Prepare journal entries related to treasury activities and recordkeeping.
• Assist with borrowing cost analysis and financing strategy recommendations.
• Support insurance programs management, renewals, and claims coordination.
• Assist with confidential partner compensation processes.
• Help administer the firm's credit agreement and monthly reporting.
• Reconcile partner capital accounts and prepare quarterly interest uploads.
• Participate in treasury-related projects to improve efficiency.

Skills

Financial acumen

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Ownership

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business

Tools

Coupa

Elite 3E

Treasury Management Systems

Job description

Job ID: 8960

Location: Chicago, IL, United States

Category: Finance

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 24 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

• Cash Management & Analysis: Support daily cash administration activities, monitor cash positions, and contribute to cash flow analysis and forecasting efforts.
• Treasury Operations: Verify and process wire transfers and Automated Clearing House (ACH) payments, ensuring proper approvals, coding, and compliance with internal controls.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare and record journal entries related to treasury activities and support accurate financial recordkeeping.
• Borrowing & Liquidity Support: Assist with borrowing cost analysis, financial modeling, and recommendations related to financing strategies.
• Insurance Administration: Support the management of non-benefit insurance programs, including Property/Casualty, General Liability, and Workers’ Compensation policies, annual renewals, claims coordination, certificates of insurance, and premium payments.
• Partner Financial Programs: Assist with highly confidential partner compensation arrangements, loan documentation, and related financial processes.
• Credit Facility Management: Help administer the firm's credit agreement, including monthly reporting requirements and Letters of Credit.
• Partner Capital Accounting: Reconcile partner capital accounts, review interest calculations for capital and cash flow loans, and prepare quarterly interest deduction upload files.
• Project Support: Participate in treasury-related initiatives and special projects that enhance operational efficiency and financial management.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business required; with 1-2 years of experience in a audit, accounting, finance, or treasury/cash management role in a law firm or professional services industry, showing progressive growth in responsibilities.
• Financial Acumen: Understanding of finance, banking, insurance, and accounting concepts, with the ability to analyze information and support informed business decisions.
• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; familiarity with commercial banking platforms and Treasury Management Systems is a plus.
• Systems Knowledge: Experience with Coupa and Elite 3E is preferred.
• Attention to Detail: Strong organizational skills and a commitment to accuracy when managing financial transactions, reconciliations, and confidential information.
• Communication & Ownership: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work independently, manage priorities, and take ownership of assigned responsibilities.
• Customer Service Mindset: A collaborative approach, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment.

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: $80,000 - $95,000

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. #LI-Hybrid #LI-MP1