DuPage County

Financial Analyst I

DuPage County  •  $57k - $60k/yr  •  Wheaton, IL (Onsite)  •  9 hours ago
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Job Description

Posting number: 26-00114

Department: Finance Department

Job classification: Financial Analyst I

Posting type: Open

Categories: Accounting and Finance

Summary

We are pleased to offer the opportunity to work as a Financial Analyst I within the DuPage County Finance Department.

DuPage County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

This position is eligible for our complete benefit package including medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, pension, deferred compensation plan, tuition reimbursement, pre-paid legal and credit union. As a team member at DuPage County, you will also have access to time off with pay on Designated Holidays or holiday pay if required to work, Vacation time, Sick time and Paid Leave.

To learn more about the cost and coverage of the benefits plan, visit Employees Benefit Information.

For detailed information on paid time off, visit Employee Policy Manual, Section 5

Examples of duties

Responsibilities include:

  • Gathers, compiles, organizes and documents relevant financial information
  • Analyzes, consolidates and interprets financial data
  • Assists with the preparation of budgets, including trend analysis and forecasting
  • Assists in the preparation of detailed reports and presentations for review by all levels of management
  • Monitors actual results of financial data against plans, forecasts and budgets
  • Consolidates a wide range of operating and financial projections for the development of both short-term and long-term business plans
  • Reviews, evaluates and recommends revisions to departmental expenditures for conformance to budgeted amounts
  • Reviews resolutions and committee agenda for financial commitments
  • Reviews County-wide spending and advise Departments/Elected Officials on need for budget transfers; process County-wide budget transfers and appropriations
  • Verifies, prepares and reviews daily deposit sheets for various functions within County departments
  • Prepares departmental invoices
  • Prepares various reports and studies as assigned
  • Assists with Tort Liability reconciliation and other County insurance matters
  • Assist with the maintenance of the budget system

Qualifications

Requirements include the following experience or equivalent combination of training and experience:

  • Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting

A passing score on Intermediate Excel and Basic Word tests is required.

A pre-employment background check is required.

Supplemental information

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

DuPage County

About DuPage County

DuPage County is a hub of economic vitality, features expansive natural spaces, delivers high-quality services, and prides itself on being a place where all can thrive. The County provides exemplary services in a financially sustainable manner to make our County a desirable place to live, work, and raise a family.

DuPage County is the second-largest county in Illinois with more than 930,000 residents. DuPage is a major employment center for northeastern Illinois, home to 630,000 jobs, 90,000 businesses, seven hospitals, two national laboratories, 18 institutions of higher education, 300 miles of bikeways, and 23,000 acres of forest preserve property.

Core county government services include the provision of: public safety/sheriff’s office and the operation of the county jail; administration of the 18th Judicial Circuit Court, the second-largest court system in the state; construction and maintenance of the County highway and trails system; delivery of public health, environmental health, mental health care, and substance use prevention; assistance with food, emergency shelter, utilities, and transportation services to residents in need; programs for seniors, including adult protective services; flood control and stormwater management; job training and job search support; water and sewer services; building and permitting; zoning enforcement; administration of countywide elections; operation of the County nursing home; emergency management and emergency preparedness; and operation of the County animal shelter.

DuPage County continues to receive a AAA Bond Rating from two major credit rating agencies. County government also accounts for 2% of the average property tax bill.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Wheaton, IL
Year Founded
1839
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