<p>The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on Cook County Health (CCH) policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at CCH. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.</p> <p>LOCATION: JOHN H. STROGER HOSPITAL</p> <p>SHIFT: DAYS: 8:30AM - 4:30PM</p> <p>NON-UNION</p> <p>Job Title</p> <p>Senior Financial Analyst</p> <p>Department</p> <p>Finance</p> <p>This position is exempt from Career Service under the CCH Personnel Rules.</p> <p>Job Summary</p> <p>The Senior Financial Analyst utilizes advanced financial analysis knowledge and skills and provides lead assistance with analyzing data relevant to Accounts Payable, General Ledger, and Expenditure Control under direction of the Senior Director of Finance. Analyzes requests from Cook County Health (CCH) departments/divisions and makes recommendations on proposed spending levels. Develops presentations and provides briefings to key stakeholders including division chairs, senior leadership, and the CCHHS Board of Directors. Provides primary assistance in the development and reporting of: performance measures, status of capital projects, benchmarking and surveying, program research, and department wide projects. Conducts fiscal impact analysis, analyzes financial and statistical data, prepares reports and makes recommendations. Monitors implementation of budget and provides guidance on budget process to assigned areas. Ensures data analysis activities are conducted in accordance with the CCH strategic plan and mission.</p> <p>Typical Duties</p> <ul> <li> <p>Oversees work product of Financial Analysts; acts as a subject matter expert not only for financial analysts but also department heads; serves as primary information resource providing internal and external staff with guidance throughout the budget implementation process.</p> </li><li> <p>Leads and acts as a liaison and with departments and vendors on behalf of Accounts Payable in answering questions and resolving problems.</p> </li><li> <p>Provides lead assistance with the preparation of financial reports, spreadsheets and analysis on Accounts Payable from Oracle EBS, JD Edwards, and Lawson Accounts Payable modules; helps facilitate department process improvements.</p> </li><li> <p>Develops and maintains related databases and spreadsheets to capture key data utilized for research and analysis.</p> </li><li> <p>Analyzes data and evaluates results to determine best solution and solve internal financial weaknesses.</p> </li><li> <p>Prepares presentation materials to brief key stakeholders.</p> </li><li> <p>Conducts research and analysis related to governmental organization finances including the collection of data, benchmarks, best practices, and process improvements of current and proposed programs/operations.</p> </li><li> <p>Conducts highly complex fiscal impact analysis; analyzes financial and statistical data to prepare reports/recommendations.</p> </li><li> <p>Develops constructive and cooperative relationships with internal departments and external agencies.</p> </li><li> <p>Remains current with applicable federal, state, and local laws.</p> </li><li> <p>Performs other duties as assigned.</p> </li></ul> <p>Minimum Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with five (5) years full-time paid work experience as a Financial Analyst or similar role within a hospital or healthcare organization, is required (Must provide official transcripts at the time of interview) </li></ul> <p>OR</p> <p>Master's Degree in in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration from an accredited college or university with three (3) years full-time paid work experience as a Financial Analyst, Certified Public Accountant or similar role within a hospital or healthcare organization, is required (Must provide official transcripts at the time of interview)</p> <p>Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics</p> <ul> <li> <p>Thorough knowledge of fiscal impact, statistical and financial analysis techniques; subject matter expert</p> </li><li> <p>Highly skilled in policy analysis and evaluation of programs related to funding priorities</p> </li><li> <p>Excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate with all levels of staff and a patient population composed of diverse cultures and age groups</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to analyze and reconcile large data sets</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to work independently with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to manage projects and lead teams</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to use Microsoft Office applications Access, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word</p> </li></ul> <p>Physical and Environmental Demands</p> <p>This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.</p> <p>The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.</p> <p>For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, "Typical Duties" are essential job functions.</p> <p>VETERAN PREFERENCE</p> <p>PLEASE READ</p> <p>When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service.</p> <p>To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.</p> </li><li> <p>Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, "Are you a Military Veteran?"</p> </li><li> <p>Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from ei</p> </li><li> <p>ther the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable</p> </li></ul> <p>OR</p> <p>A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver's License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.</p> <p>If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference</p> <p>VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER'S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW</p> <p>BENEFITS PACKAGE</p> <p>Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage</p> <p>Basic Term Life Insurance</p> <p>Pension Plan</p> <p>Deferred Compensation Program</p> <p>Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time</p> <p>You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)</p> <p>For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/</p> <p>MUST MEET REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION</p> <ul> <li>Degrees awarded outside the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview. </li><li>Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen. </li><li>CCHHS is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor. </li></ul> <p>COOK COUNTY HEALTH AND HOSPITALS SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</p>