Financial Analyst, Finance Transformation & Tech

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

The Financial Analyst reflects the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Medicine, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

The Financial Analyst is responsible for recording transactions, performing analysis activities, and evaluating trends and drivers at Northwestern Medicine. The position will also be charged with the preparation and some review activities related to the month end close process; as well as support for the annual financial statement audit. The analyst will need to understand complex financial concepts in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Assists in the identification and analysis of relationships between Finance Transformation & Tech Department metrics and business objectives.
• Supports the collection, organization, and analysis of financial data to ensure timely, accurate, and relevant information.
• Contributes to benchmarking activities by utilizing available internal and external tools to evaluate performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborates with team members and departments to assist in the integration and functionality of financial systems and technology solutions.
• Participates in workshops and training sessions to gain a comprehensive understanding of finance transformation technologies and processes.
• Assists in the research and evaluation of financial technologies or tools that align with the organization’s goals.
• Maintains proficiency in MS Excel, Access, and reporting tools to facilitate data reporting and analysis, while learning to utilize data visualization technologies like Power BI.
• Eagerness to Learn: A proactive attitude toward learning new skills, technologies, and methods that facilitate finance transformation
• Stays informed of industry trends and best practices related to finance transformation and technology through continuous learning.

Required:

• Degree in Finance / Accounting or related field
• 3+ years of relevant experience
• Excellent communication, collaboration, analytical, and accounting skills
• High level of precision and attention to detail
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred:

• Robotic process automation experience
• Experience with an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, preferably PeopleSoft
• Healthcare finance experience

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

If we offer you a job, we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a case-by-case basis and follow all state and federal guidelines.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.