FINANCIAL ANALYST (OFFICE OF THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER)

FINANCIAL ANALYST (OFFICE OF THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER)

Requisition ID: 00132927

Job Posting: Nov 9, 2023, 3:13:49 PM

Closing Date: Nov 30, 2023, 11:59:00 PM

Full-time

Shift Start Time: 8:30 A.M.

Shift End Time: 4:30 P.M.

Posting Salary: $73,756.00/Yearly

Organization: Offices Under the President

Under the guidance of the Chief Financial Officer, Deputy Chief Financial Officer or Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis, assists in the design and development of sound fiscal operating policies and procedures on behalf of the Office of the Chief Financial Officer. Conducts research and analysis related to governmental organization finances including the collection of data, benchmarks, best practices and process improvements. Participates as a member of the finance team in the issuance of bonds, ongoing compliance and administration, debt service forecasting and other bond-related activities. Conducts fiscal impact analysis, analyzes financial and statistical data and prepares recommendations. Provides data for business cases through excel models for revenue and cost savings-related initiatives. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Business, Economics, Mathematics, Public Administration or Public Policy is required.
• One (1) year of full-time work experience performing financial analysis and statistical forecasting with a Local, State, or Federal governmental agency is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in Business, Economics, Mathematics, Public Administration or Public Policy.
• Experience developing models in Excel or another software program such as "R" to generate forecasts.
• Experience with ERP systems and reporting software programs currently used by the County including Oracle, Hyperion, Polaris and/or OBIEE.

Candidates will be required to produce original required documents (e.g., current driver’s license, diploma, school transcript, certifications, etc.) listed on the Notice of Job Opportunity within five (5) days of being extended an offer, in writing, by the Bureau Chief of BHR (or designee). Candidates will be notified of how to submit required documents.

The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work.

• Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States’ territories and Canada, must be credentialed by either the World Education Services (WES) or Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products including advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel. Knowledge of business, finance, auditing, budgeting and accounting practices and legal requirements. Knowledge and understanding of laws, legal codes, government regulations as well as the structure, function and operation of local, state, or governmental organizations. Strong analytical skills and demonstrated ability to perform complex analysis, including modeling and forecasting. Strong presentation skills with the ability to communicate both verbally and in written formats. Ability to conduct research by gathering data from various sources such as the internet, trade publications and other governmental agencies. Ability to interface with all levels of management. Ability to work both independently and with other departmental personnel with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to prepare and design complete, clear and accurate reports for management.

Physical Requirements:

Sedentary Work: involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE

When applying for employment with Cook County Government, preference is given in the application process to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for more than 180 consecutive days, or during War Time. To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:

• MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION.
• IDENTIFY THEMSELVES AS A VETERAN ON THEIR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION BY ANSWERING YES TO THE QUESTION “Are you a military veteran?”
• ATTACH A COPY OF THEIR DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (NOTICE OF SEPARATION) AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING. IF YOU HAVE MULTIPLE DD 214S, 215S, OR NGB 22S, PLEASE SUBMIT THE ONE WITH THE LATEST DATE. COAST GUARD MUST SUBMIT A CERTIFIED COPY OF THE MILITARY SEPARATION FROM EITHER THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (BEFORE 911) OR THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY (AFTER 911).

VETERAN MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.

Benefits Package

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• You May Qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

This position requires successful completion of post-offer tests, which may include a background check, drug screen and medical examination.

Falsification of any information in the application process will result in disqualification, dismissal after hire, and/or placement on the County’s Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. For current County employees, such falsification may result in discipline, up to and including termination, and placement on the County’s Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years.

EEO Statement

Cook County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) employer. Cook County prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance.

NOTE: As an internal candidate, should you be offered the position, salary allocations shall abide by the Cook County Personnel Rules.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

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