Senior Financial Reporting Analyst

Latham & Watkins is a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world. The success of our firm is largely determined by our commitment to hire and develop the very best and brightest, creating a team that provides our clients with the highest quality of work and service. We are driven by our core values: respect, innovation, and collaboration. The Senior Financial Reporting Analyst is an integral part of Latham’s Financial Accounting team. This role will be responsible for supporting the Global Finance department in achieving financial reporting objectives across multiple international jurisdictions, while preparing statutory financial statements and tax reports for these jurisdictions. This role will be located in ourGlobal Services Office in Downtown Los Angeles. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.Other key responsibilities include:Analyzing statutory ledgers, monitoring reconciliations, and investigating variances across billing, collections, and financial reporting dataPreparing and reviewing account analyses, journal entries, and month-end closing tasksValidating financial data across accounting systems and maintaining financial accounting proceduresReviewing statutory reports, identifying discrepancies, and presenting findings to stakeholders as needed for resolutionCollaborating with finance management on year-end reporting, new report development, and special projectsProtecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retainsWe’d love to hear from you if you:Possess thorough knowledge of cash and accrual accounting principles in a multi-jurisdictional environmentExhibit advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPointDemonstrate experience with Elite 3E, Systems Applications and Products (SAP) Business Objects, or similar platforms, preferablyAnd have:A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in accounting, business, or a related fieldCertified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent international certification, preferablyA minimum of four (4) years of progressive experience in accounting practices and procedures with increasing responsibilityInternational accounting and financial reporting experience, including foreign exchange exposure, preferablyPublic accounting or professional services firm experience, preferablySuccessful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:Healthcare, life and disability insuranceA generous 401k planAt least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenureWell-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more) Professional development programsEmployee discountsAffinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staffLatham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.Latham & Watkins LLP will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO)​. Please click the link below to review the Ordinance.Please click here to review your rights under U.S. employment laws. #MidSenior #LI-AF1USD $95,000.00 - USD $125,000.00 /Yr.

Created: 2026-01-30