Financial Analyst

ESPERANZA HEALTH CENTERS

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Chicago, Illinois

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Financial Analyst is responsible for analyzing accounting and health records to provide reports and recommendations to management. Key duties include budgeting, financial modeling, tracking provider productivity, and monitoring grant expenditures.

Qualifications

You have a Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics and 1-2 years of related experience, ideally in a non-profit or healthcare setting. You are proficient in downloading and manipulating large datasets, possess strong analytical and critical thinking skills, and can anticipate problems and implement mitigation strategies. Excellent communication, multitasking, and time management skills are essential for this role.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Access

Microsoft PowerPoint

Oracle/NetSuite

Athena Health

340B

PACE

Job Description

Description

Financial Analyst (Full-Time)

Location: Esperanza Health Centers

Rate: (Based on skills and qualifications) $57,403- $70,000

Why You'll Love Working With Us

At Esperanza Health Centers, we’re more than a clinic—we’re a vibrant, mission-driven community where compassionate care meets professional growth. Our team operates under the Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) model, and every day, you’ll be part of making healthcare accessible, welcoming, and personalized.

We believe in supporting you—offering benefits that go beyond the basics:

  • BCBS Medical PPO Plans
  • Ameritas Dental & Eye Med Vision Coverage
  • Tuition Reimbursement (up to $5,000/year)
  • 10 Paid Holidays + 16 Days of Paid Time Off

Your Role & Impact

As a Financial Analyst, you’ll be a vital member of the care team who is responsible for analyzing information from Esperanza's accounting records, electronic health records, and other sources, and providing reports and recommendations to management. by:

Budgeting, Financial Data & Reporting workflow

  • Consolidate and analyze financial data (budget, financial statements, forecasts and revenue sources), taking into account company's goals and financial standing.
  • Assemble and summarize data to structure sophisticated reports
  • Develop financial models, conduct benchmarking and process analysis.
  • Track and determine financial status by analyzing actual results in comparison to budget and forecasts
  • Identify trends and recommend actions to senior management based on sound analysis
  • Analyze costs for each provider, including revenue per visit, annual visits, cost per slot, breakeven slots and cost of unbilled slots. Publish monthly provider productivity reports and other related reports.
  • Prepare grant budgets, invoices, and reports.
  • Monitor existing grants by comparing budget vs. actual expenditures, identifying potential grant underspending, and recommending solutions.
  • 340B and PACE knowledge is a plus

Collaborative Support & Communication

  • Provide creative alternatives and recommendations to reduce costs and improve financial performance
  • Drive process improvement and policy development initiatives that impact the job function

Administrative Duties

  • Assist the Finance Manager in preparing annual budgets.
  • Assist in audits.
  • Gain and update job knowledge to remain current in the field

Esperanza Health Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) according to Title 44, Ill. Administrative Code, and Subpart C Section 750.150.

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

  • Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics 
  • Proficiency in downloading and manipulating large data sets
  • Analytical and critical thinking skills
  • Able to anticipate problems and implement mitigation strategies
  • Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Must be open to feedback and mentoring
  • Self -motivated with ability to work independently and as part of a larger team
  • Ability to multitask and meet deadlines
  • Must be detailed conscious and organized
  • Must possess excellent time management skills
  • Efficient, driven and willing to go the extra mile
  • Flexible and independent
  • 1 to 2 years of related experience, preferably in a non-profit or healthcare environment
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
  • Knowledge in Microsoft Access, PowerPoint , Oracle/NetSuite, and Athena Health is a plus.

What You Get in Return

A deeply mission-aligned workplace where your work matters—and you’re valued

Opportunities to grow your career in a supportive, community-focused healthcare setting

A culture built around trust, respect, and collaboration, where you’ll truly feel part of the family

Ready to Join Our Team?

We’d love to hear from you. If you're the kind of person who radiates compassion, thrives in teamwork, and thrives in making a difference—start a conversation with us. Make an Impact and Apply now to help join Esperanza in serving our community!

ESPERANZA HEALTH CENTERS

Esperanza Health Centers is a Federally Qualified Health Center that operates four primary care clinics on Chicago’s Southwest Side. Through the provision of a full range of bilingual, culturally appropriate primary and specialty care, behavioral health, and wellness services, we’re committed to improving health equity and reducing barriers to care for the residents of the medically underserved, primarily Latino communities we serve. Since 2004, we’ve delivered care to over 25,000 patients each year regardless of immigration status, insurance status, or ability to pay.
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