Accountant, Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst

The salary range for this position is $27.35 - $38.29 per hour. Placement within the range depends on experience and internal equity.

We offer a wide range of benefits that support well‑being, including a reimbursable well‑being fund, flexible work options, tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, professional development funding, and matching 401(k). Please visit our Benefits section for more details.

Accountant reflecting NM’s mission, vision, and values, adhering to the Code of Ethics and Compliance Programme, and complying with all regulatory standards.

• Accurately adjust account balances and prepare journal entries.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports, schedules, and commentaries for management.
• Compile and analyze account information to produce reconciling statements.
• Support audits and reviews by preparing financial reports and work papers.
• Reconcile financial discrepancies through detailed analysis.
• Report to the department manager and support finance operations through special projects.
• Provide analysis related to operational budget and long‑term financial projections.
• Answer managerial inquiries about account information.
• Support month‑end close activities.

Required

• Degree in Accounting or related field.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and analytical skills in a fast‑paced environment.
• High attention to detail.
• Understanding of advanced accounting concepts.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.

Preferred

• CPA or CHFP certification.
• Experience in healthcare or related setting.
• Experience in accounting/finance.
• Experience with People Soft General Ledger.

Northwestern Medicine is an equal‑opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate on age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or other protected status.

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check, including criminal history, for newly hired team members and occasional internal transfers. Candidates must complete an authorization form. Results are evaluated case‑by‑case in compliance with local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Internal employees and rehires who left within one year are not eligible for the sign‑on bonus, except new graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM who may qualify depending on the job family.

Not Applicable

Full‑time

Accounting / Auditing and Finance

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