Job Description
The Finance Associate reflects the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Medicine (NM), 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 Finance Associate is responsible for clerical work and overall support for accounting, budgetary, and financial analysis activities for the hospitals within his/her assigned region. The associate supports the finance function of Northwestern Medicine by helping prepare journal entries, analyzing accounts, researching transactions, and special projects.
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Responsibilities:
- Perform clerical work to maintain appropriate levels of support for department
- Assist with account journal entries, account reconciliations by compiling and analyzing account information, verifying the accuracy of general ledger accounts assigned to him/her
- Provide support and analysis related to operational budget and long-term financial projections
- Prepare work papers for applicable reviews and audits
- Answer questions and provide assistance to department managers
- Support the finance operation of Northwestern Medicine through special projects and analysis
Qualifications
Required:
- High school diploma
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- High level of precision and attention to detail
- Knowledge of Microsoft office suite
Preferred:
- Accounting or bookkeeping experience
- Experience with PeopleSoft general ledger
Additional Information
Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) 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.
Background Check
Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.
Artificial Intelligence Disclosure
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
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.
Sign-on Bonus Eligibility: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.
