Financial Controls Analyst – Prop. Ops & Third-Party

POSITION SUMMARY

The Financial Controls Analyst will provide support to the Property Operations and Third Party Owned Financial Controls Manager by supporting the preparation planning, budgets, budget revisions, financial controls, trending, forecasting, and reporting. The Analyst will report to the Financial Controls Manager.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participates in the development of long-range financial forecasts and related budgets, considering alternative scenarios and economic prospects as appropriate
• Assists in the preparation of financial reports
• Analyze trends, costs, funding and financial commitments to future revenue and expenses
• Prepares statistical studies, economic forecasts of business conditions, analyze trends and draws financial conclusions
• Identifies and investigates financial issues related to projects
• Confirm accuracy and thoroughness of requests submitted for budget revisions, annual budgets, subsidy processing—especially those that drive sanctions for Third Party Owned deals
• Compile information and support the Department in the coordination of audits and audit initiatives
• Gather project database information to support financial and policy decision
• Other financial duties as assigned by management

QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a bachelor’s degree in business, finance or accounting and/or experience in reviewing financial information and data to ensure efficient and cost-effective operations. A minimum of 2 years related experience.  Knowledge of HUD CIP draw schedule, GASB, and GAAP. Knowledge of community development, government finance, or the equivalent combination of education and related work experience is a plus.  Must be a team player and able to collaborate well with other professionals throughout the organization. Ability to prioritize, multi-task and thrive in fast-paced environment. Must be able to meet tight deadlines in time sensitive situations while maintaining a professional demeanor. Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form with all levels of internal and external management.

Requires a comprehensive understanding of the principles related to finance/financial research and the ability to develop analysis for use in the development of business strategies and tactics. Candidate should have knowledge of procurement and contracts; a working knowledge of manual and automated accounting systems, well-developed financial analysis capabilities, effective analytical and problem-solving skills. Candidate is expected to drive financial departmental initiatives with cross-functional teams. The position requires proficiency with Microsoft Office products (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Outlook). Working knowledge of VLOOKUP and pivot tables a plus. 

BENEFITS AT-A-GLANCE

• Vacation, Sick and Personal, competitive PTO package                
• Medical (HMO, PPO, and No employee cost High-Deductible PPO) Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Parking Transit
• Prepaid Legal Services
• Brightstar 529 College Savings Plan
• Identity Theft Protection
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance
• Deferred Compensation Plan: Empower 457/401(a) with a 3% employer match
• Pension Plan: CHA makes contributions on behalf of the employee, along with the employee's 3% contribution; 100% vesting occurs after 6 years of continuous employment or opt-out of CHA's Retirement Plan and continues to participate in the Municipal Employees Annuity and Benefit Fund of Chicago

This position is open for 30 days or until filled

Salary Range: $80,000 - $85,000

Grade: S8

FLSA: Exempt 

Union: None