Associate Director of Finance & Accounting (UICOMP

Hiring Department
: UICOMP-Admin Affairs

Location
:
Peoria, IL USA

Requisition : 1042425

Posting Close Date
: 8/31/2026

Salary: $95,000 to $125,000 per year

The University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria (UICOMP) seeks a collaborative, systems-savvy finance leader to serve as Associate Director of Finance & Accounting, overseeing accounting operations, budgeting support, financial reporting, compliance, and strategic analysis across the College’s academic, clinical, and research missions.

About The University Of Illinois College Of Medicine Peoria The University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria is a regional campus of one of the largest public medical schools in the United States. We are known for having small class sizes and exceptional faculty mentorship. This allows UICOMP students to excel under a rigorous curriculum. In collaboration with our hospitals and clinical partners, UICOMP Faculty members provide care to more than 45,000 patients each year.

In addition, they contribute to medical education and training for more than 260 students, and more than 300 physician residents and fellows annually. UICOMP healthcare partners include Jump Simulation, a world-class leader in healthcare simulation and innovation, along with OSF Saint Medical Center, OSF Children’s Hospital of Illinois and Carle Hearth Greater Peoria. UICOMP is also part of a R1 research institute with translational research focusing on Alzheimer dementia and oncology.

Learn more about how the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria is helping to transform healthcare here: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). .

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits . This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Position Summary The Associate Director of Finance & Accounting provides leadership for the financial and accounting operations of UICOMP within the University of Illinois Chicago. Reporting to the Executive Director of Fiscal Affairs, the Associate Director is responsible for overseeing accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting support, compliance, and internal controls across the College's academic, clinical, and research missions.

This role operates within a complex academic medical environment that includes faculty practice activities (Medical Service Plans), hospital and health system affiliations, sponsored research, and state and institutional funding. The Associate Director is expected to work effectively within established University of Illinois financial systems, policies, and governance structures, and to collaborate closely with campus and system offices to support College and University priorities.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead the College’s accounting and financial operations and provide strategic financial analysis to support academic, clinical, and research decision-making. Serve as a trusted financial advisor to department leaders while promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger management, reconciliations, month-end and year-end close processes. Ensure accurate, timely financial reporting to and in compliance with University, State, and regulatory requirements.
• Direct the development and ongoing management of operating and capital budgets across multiple funding sources. Monitor financial performance, support variance analysis, and contribute to multi-year financial planning and strategic initiatives.
• Provide financial support for clinical operation to include Revenue Cycle collaboration and department clinical performance analysis. Support financial system interfaces (i.e. EPIC, Banner, University warehouses) to ensure accurate clinical activity and revenue reporting. Assist with analyses related to compensation models and alignment of clinical and financial academic priorities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable University, State, federal, and sponsor requirements while maintaining strong internal controls. Serve as the primary liaison for internal and external audits and financial reviews.
• Support the…