• Address: Chicago, IL 60606 (map)
• Date Posted: 10/15/09
• Job Type: Full-time

Institution The Chicago School of Professional Psychology - Downtown Chicago Campus
Position Title Financial Analyst
Job Location Chicago, IL
Description Founded in 1979, The Chicago School of Professional Psychology is an independent professional graduate school with a dynamic student body and a professionally accomplished faculty. Our curriculum and training opportunities prepare graduates to deliver outstanding professional services emphasizing the ability to understand and work with diverse populations. We are currently searching for a professional to join our team and fill the role of Financial Analyst in Chicago, IL.


The Financial Analyst conducts financial analyses and provides advice and consultation within the Accounting Department by performing the following duties personally or through supervising teams.


The Financial Analyst assists in the analysis of financial data and extracts and defines relevant information, interprets data for the purpose of determining past financial performance and/or to project a financial probability. He/she performs statistical, cost, and financial analyses of data reported in the various information systems, and prepares reports that summarize and forecast business activity and financial position based on past, present, and expected operations. The Financial Analyst is responsible for developing financial reports, including spreadsheets, graphs, and charts, for forecasting, trending, budget to actual comparisons, and results analysis. He/she performs monthly account analyses and reviews costs and performs cost benefit analysis related to projects and/or programs, and acts as project manager for large-scale projects within the Accounting Department, including but not limited to automated financial systems, business process re-design, and policy and procedure manual revisions. The Financial Analyst is expected to apply knowledge of applicable grant requirements and regulations, and verifies documents for completeness and compliance with government agencies. He/she establishes, or recommends to management, major corporate economic strategies, objectives, and policies, and recommends modifications to existing corporate programs. Additionally, the Financial Analyst assists in preparation of budgets, reviews budget proposals, and prepares necessary supporting documentation and justification, as well as in the preparation of reports required by regulatory agencies.


A Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or economics is required (CPA and/or Master's degree preferred) along with a minimum of eight years of related experience and/or training, with five of those years being in governmental or not-for-profit accounting. A successful candidate must be able to read, analyze, and interpret governmental regulations, general business periodicals, professional journals, or technical procedures. Candidates must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, and be able to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Proficiency with Great Plains, Microsoft Access, Excel, Power Point, Word, Internet Explorer is required, Financial Edge experience is preferred.


The Chicago School offers a generous compensation and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to work for a leader in the field of professional psychology. Some of our key benefits include: generous paid time-off, medical and dental coverage, company-paid life and disability insurance , 403b with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts (FSA), tuition reimbursement, professional development, and regular employee appreciation events.


To apply for this position please send a cover letter and resume to:


Email:

careers@thechicagoschool.edu

Subject: Financial Analyst


Mail:

The Chicago School

Office of Human Resources

Re: Financial Analyst

325 N. Wells Street

Chicago, IL 60654


Fax:

312-329-2408

Reason/Subject: Financial Analyst


For more information about The Chicago School visit www.thechicagoschool.edu


The Chicago School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.