Financial Analyst

Financial Analyst contract role in Northbrook, IL supporting healthcare financial reporting, cash flow forecasting, and performance analytics.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update a 13-week cash flow forecast using existing Excel templates and financial models
• Assist with monthly financial reporting packages and presentation materials for the CFO and Board of Directors
• Analyze healthcare revenue, reimbursement trends, operating expenses, gross margins, and departmental financial performance
• Extract data from the general ledger and manipulate information in Excel for reporting and analysis
• Build and maintain financial dashboards, KPI reports, and visualizations using Power BI or comparable tools
• Prepare departmental and program-level monthly reporting, including variance analysis, trend reporting, and operational metrics
• Evaluate revenue cycle performance, including accounts receivable, collections, denials, and reimbursement trends
• Support month-end close activities by reviewing results, reconciling reporting discrepancies, and analyzing account activity
• Create financial schedules, charts, and presentations to communicate complex information to operational leaders
• Find opportunities to improve reporting accuracy, streamline processes, and automate recurring reports
• Partner with the CFO, accounting team, and operational leadership to deliver actionable financial insights

Requirements

• Healthcare financial analysis experience is required
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field
• Minimum 2 years of experience in financial analysis, financial reporting, budgeting, or forecasting
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, financial statements, and month-end reporting
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, and financial modeling
• Experience with Power BI or comparable dashboard/reporting tools
• Ability to analyze healthcare revenue, operating expenses, and financial performance metrics
• Experience extracting, manipulating, and interpreting large financial data sets
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present findings to senior leadership and operational teams
• Ability to work independently, prioritize deadlines, and contribute immediately in a contract capacity

Technology / Tools

• Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs), financial modeling
• Power BI (or comparable financial reporting/dashboard tools)

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision insurances (for eligible employees)
• 401(k)

Preferred Qualifications

• Healthcare revenue cycle management (RCM) experience, including billing, collections, reimbursement, and accounts receivable analysis
• Experience with NetSuite or comparable ERP/accounting systems
• Familiarity with SmartCare or other healthcare billing/EHR platforms
• Experience developing 13-week cash flow forecasts
• Experience preparing monthly Board reporting packages and executive financial presentations
• Knowledge of nonprofit healthcare accounting, grant reporting, or program-level financial analysis
• Advanced Power BI dashboard development, Power Query, and financial reporting automation

Job Details

• Location: Northbrook, IL (onsite initially; potential hybrid flexibility with up to 2 remote days per week)
• Job Type: Contract / Interim
• Pay: $35.00–$45.00 per hour (based on experience)
• Expected Hours: 40.0 per week
• Work Arrangement: In person
• Start Date: ASAP
• Organization Type: Nonprofit Healthcare / Behavioral Health
• Reporting Relationship: Directly to the CFO