On-Site Financial Analyst & Planning Specialist

University of Illinois Chicago; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition waivers

Job summary

University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria is hiring a Financial Analyst / Planner Specialist in Administrative Affairs. The role focuses on financial analysis, budgeting, and long-range financial planning with GAAP‑based reporting.

This on-site position supports multiple departments and interacts closely with CFO and executive leadership. Responsibilities include year-end reporting, variance analysis, and system-wide financial reviews.

Qualifications

• Four years of college coursework in a field related to financial analysis/planning such as accounting, business administration, economics, finance, statistics, or closely related field.
• One year of professional level financial work experience.
• Experience with GAAP accounting principles and budgeting processes welcome.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit year-end financial documents and GAAP-compliant reports.
• Analyze budgets, monitor spending, and prepare variance analyses for department leadership.
• Assist with audits and provide project leadership on financial reporting initiatives.
• Train Admin Affairs staff in data sourcing, fiscal analysis and reporting techniques.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budget forecasting

Data interpretation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master’s Degree

Associate Degree

Job description

University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria is hiring a Financial Analyst / Planner Specialist in Administrative Affairs. The role focuses on financial analysis, budgeting, and long-range financial planning with GAAP‑based reporting.

This on-site position supports multiple departments and interacts closely with CFO and executive leadership. Responsibilities include year-end reporting, variance analysis, and system-wide financial reviews.