Analyst, Treasury - Chicago Illinois

Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Posted On: 05/02/2024

DescriptionSALARY$65,000 - $75,000POSITION SUMMARYResponsible for the daily payment processing & reporting of the Authority's operating accounts and cash forecasting. Prepares and researches financial and operational information for analysis. Coordinates activities between the Treasury Department and other CTA business units. Provides reporting for interdepartmental uses. Acts as a resource for managerial staff.QualificationsPRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supports the operational needs of Treasury including cash management, bank relationship management, payment strategies, and short-term investments.
• Prepares daily and monthly tracking, reporting, and analysis of the Authority's banking activity.
• Supports Treasury decision-making through accurate data compilation, analysis, and model development.
• Maintains cash activity utilizing Oracle Treasury modules to record transactions.
• Reports on cash balances compliance as needed.
• Initiates the payable payment process and ensures that the Authority's vendors receive accurate payments in a timely manner using Electronic Funds Transfers (EFTs), Automated Clearing House (ACHs,) checks, and wire transfers. Responds to and resolves customer and vendor inquiries and complaints.
• Prepares and monitors the daily forecast of the Authority's operating accounts and assists with recommending timing of outgoing cash flows related to capital and benefits payment processing.
• Maintains policies and procedures for the Treasury department. Identifies and implements technology and process improvements to continuously improve the efficiency of the Treasury.
• Prepares monthly and quarterly reports and special financial analysis as needed.
• Assists in preparing year-end reports for audit.
• Performs the duties of other Treasury staff during periods of absence. Performs related duties as assigned.MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIESReporting to this position are the following jobs:Job TitleCHALLENGES
  • Effectively managing the payment process and reporting of activity with operational initiatives and projects simultaneously.EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
    • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field plus one (1) years of experience in financial analysis or accounting, cash flow analysis, business planning, capital analysis, spreadsheet development and creation of financial and accounting models, or a combination of education and experience relating to this position.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
      • Requires remaining in a stationary position for extended periods of time and constantly operating a computer and other office productivity machinery.
      • Service Area Requirement: Exempt (Non-Union) employees must live within the boundaries of the CTA Statutory Service Area either at the time of employment or within 6 months of beginning employment at CTA.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
        • Advanced time management and prioritization skills.
        • Strong financial, analytical, and research skills.
        • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
        • Strong organizational skills.
        • Ability to operate in a fast paced, unstructured environment.
        • Detailed knowledge of corporate finance and analysis.
        • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with senior level executives to assist in forming and executing strategic initiatives with all CTA business units.
        • Detailed knowledge of business-related software including Access, Excel, Word, and Oracle.
        • Detailed knowledge of applicable federal and state laws and regulations governing the financial operations of the Authority.WORKING CONDITIONS
          • General office environment.
          • May be required to travel to various field locations as part of scheduled property and storeroom inventories, or on special project assignments.
          • Subject to weather conditions when travelling to field locations.
          • Various extended hours as required.EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS UTILIZED
            • Standard office equipment.Additional DetailsEmployees and/or union members will be given priority consideration in the hiring process, per the applicable labor contracts.Final salary will be determined in part by the qualifications of the selected candidate and may be higher or lower than target.Applicants, if hired,must comply with CTA's residency ordinance.CTA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
              No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry, age, unfavorable military discharge, disability or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws; except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our workforce and supporting the communities we serve. CTA will make reasonable accommodations for the known disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants for employment as well as its employees, unless undue hardship would result. If you require an accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact arc@transitchicago.com prior to the submission of your application or upon notification of your actual test date. CTA will work with you to determine if an accommodation can be provided.During the hiring process, CTA's Human Resources department will contact candidates with next steps . Failure to respond to these correspondences in a timely fashion may result in your application being closed out for non-responsiveness.Please click link below to review the benefits offered at the CTA.https://www.transitchicago.com/hrbenefits/ More...

                  

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