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Direct Counsel

Finance Associate Attorney

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$235K - $390K/yr

Direct Counsel is seeking a Finance Associate Attorney (Mid-to-Senior Level) to join a national law firm in Atlanta. Overview Direct Counsel is recruiting a mid-level to senior finance associate ...

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Structured Finance Associate

Atlanta, GA

Top AmLaw 100 law firm seeks an associate to join their Finance Team in any of their New York, Charlotte, Atlanta, and Chicago offices. Qualified candidates will have 3-6 years of experience and will ...

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Banking & Finance Associate

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Top 100 AmLaw firm seeks an associate to join their Banking & Finance Team in their Atlanta office. Ideal candidates will have large firm experience representing lending institutions and corporate ...

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Debt Finance Associate

Atlanta, GA · On-site

... qualified associate to join their Corporate Debt Team. Syndicated lending, secured transactions, and other commercial finance transactions including cash flow credit facilities and ABL credit ...

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Structured Finance Associate

Atlanta, GA · On-site

A leading national and international and top 100 Am Law top firm is looking for a highly qualified associate. Qualified candidates must have 5+ years of experience. Extensive experience in finance ...

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Corporate Finance Associate

Atlanta, GA · On-site

A leading international law firm and top 100 Am Law firm seeks two associates to join their Corporate Finance Practice Area in their Chicago, New York, Atlanta, Miami, or Dallas offices. Qualified ...

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How much do finance associate jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for finance associate in Atlanta, GA is $67,672.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,100.00 and $74,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a finance associate?

A finance associate provides support to a financial manager regarding financial statements and other legal documentation for a company. As a finance associate, your primary duties are to help managers in planning investments, creating budgets, assessing company payments, and making suggestions on how to increase profitability. Qualifications for this career include a bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or economics, job experience in the banking or accounting industry, organizational skills, and the ability to create and manage complex financial documents and spreadsheets.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a finance associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Finance Associate, you need a strong grasp of financial analysis, accounting principles, and a relevant degree such as finance, accounting, or economics. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, financial modeling software, and familiarity with ERP systems like SAP or Oracle are typically expected. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication are standout soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure accurate financial reporting, insightful analysis, and smooth collaboration within finance teams and with other departments.

What are some common challenges finance associates face when managing multiple deadlines and reporting requirements?

Finance Associates often juggle several tasks with tight deadlines, such as preparing financial reports, processing invoices, and supporting month-end or quarter-end closing activities. Balancing these responsibilities can be challenging, especially during peak reporting periods. Effective time management, strong organizational skills, and clear communication with team members and other departments are essential to meet expectations and ensure accuracy. Many organizations provide structured workflows and support from senior finance staff to help associates manage these demands.
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Infographic showing various Finance Associate job openings in Atlanta, GA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, and 11% Part Time. Highlights an 84% In-person, and 16% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $67,672 per year, or $32.5 per hour.

Finance Associate Attorney

Aligned Talent Acquisition

Atlanta, GA • Hybrid

$310K - $450K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Atlanta| Hybrid

Finance Associate AttorneyAmLaw 50 OpportunityCompensation

$310,000 – $450,000+

A leading international law firm is seeking a Finance Associate Attorney to join its Atlanta office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing financial institutions, private equity sponsors, direct lenders, private credit funds, and corporate borrowers in sophisticated financing transactions.

Ideal Background

• 3–8 years of finance, banking, leveraged finance, or private credit experience
• Experience with commercial lending, acquisition financings, leveraged buyouts, and sponsor-backed transactions preferred
• Experience representing lenders, borrowers, private equity sponsors, direct lenders, or financial institutions
• Experience drafting and negotiating credit agreements, commitment papers, security agreements, intercreditor agreements, and related financing documents
• Experience with syndicated lending, asset-based lending, cash flow lending, or private credit transactions is a plus
• Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills
• Excellent academic credentials
• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required
• Georgia bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

Elite global finance platform

Sophisticated lender-side and sponsor-side transactions

Exposure to private credit, leveraged finance, and acquisition financings

Direct client interaction and meaningful responsibility

Strong mentorship and professional development

Partnership-track opportunity

Interested?

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Confidential inquiries welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

devney@alignedtalentacquisition.com
(216) 710-5174