Cook County Government
FINANCIAL ANALYST (OFFICE OF THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER)
Cook County Government, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Job Summary
Assist in the design and development of sound fiscal operating policies and procedures on behalf of the Office of the Chief Financial Officer. Conduct research and analysis related to governmental organization finances including the collection of data, benchmarks, best practices and process improvements. Participate as a member of the finance team in the issuance of bonds, ongoing compliance and administration, debt service forecasting and other bond related activities. Conduct fiscal impact analysis, analyze financial and statistical data and prepare recommendations. Provide data for business cases through excel models for revenue and cost savings-related initiatives.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree and
Two (2) years of business analysis, financial analysis, office management, or directly related experience or
An equivalent combination of education and / or experience.
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 the World Education Services (WES), Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) or a National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES) member organization.
Candidates who are contacted 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.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS Knowledge of business, finance, auditing, budgeting, and accounting practices and legal requirements as well as Microsoft Office products. Knowledge and understanding of laws, legal codes, and government regulations as well as the structure, function, and operation of Local, State, or governmental organizations. Skill in analysis and ability to perform complex analysis, including modeling and forecasting. Ability to conduct research by gathering data from various sources such as the internet, trade publications, and other governmental agencies. Ability to prepare and design complete, clear, and accurate reports for management. Skill in executing moderately complex data collection, synthesis, analysis, reporting, and development of recommendations to support functional area(s), where analysis is often procedural and straightforward. Ability to provide support and collaborate with team members and entry-level management to drive accuracy and precision in analysis. Knowledge of procedural analytical practices to perform moderate studies and continually adopt new methods.
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.
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.
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).
The Cook County Department of Veterans Affairs can assist you with obtaining a certified DD214 and having it recorded for you at no charge.
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Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree and
Two (2) years of business analysis, financial analysis, office management, or directly related experience or
An equivalent combination of education and / or experience.
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 the World Education Services (WES), Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) or a National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES) member organization.
Candidates who are contacted 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.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS Knowledge of business, finance, auditing, budgeting, and accounting practices and legal requirements as well as Microsoft Office products. Knowledge and understanding of laws, legal codes, and government regulations as well as the structure, function, and operation of Local, State, or governmental organizations. Skill in analysis and ability to perform complex analysis, including modeling and forecasting. Ability to conduct research by gathering data from various sources such as the internet, trade publications, and other governmental agencies. Ability to prepare and design complete, clear, and accurate reports for management. Skill in executing moderately complex data collection, synthesis, analysis, reporting, and development of recommendations to support functional area(s), where analysis is often procedural and straightforward. Ability to provide support and collaborate with team members and entry-level management to drive accuracy and precision in analysis. Knowledge of procedural analytical practices to perform moderate studies and continually adopt new methods.
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.
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.
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).
The Cook County Department of Veterans Affairs can assist you with obtaining a certified DD214 and having it recorded for you at no charge.
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