The Senior Manager, Corporate Accounting & Consolidations supports the preparation of the consolidated financial results of the University of Chicago Health System and related partnerships. This position is responsible for overseeing the accurate delivery of the consolidated financial statements.

• Lead and participate in the month-end close process including the monthly accounting for Investments, Debt, Pledges, Insurance, Eliminations and Partnerships for the health system in preparation for the issuance of monthly consolidated financial statements and related schedules. Support the preparation & completion of a monthly financial reporting package with insights into key business operating results and trends
• Ensure that UCM’s interest in Joint Ventures are properly accounted for and reported by UCM in accordance with US GAAP. Includes managing the research and collaboration with external parties (JV Accounting, JV Partners, Tax, Auditors, etc.) regarding technical GAAP questions, significant transactions, financings, distributions, impairments, reporting considerations and capital calls. Review and advise on consolidation requirements
• Partner with multiple UCM departments (Accounting, Legal, Revenue Cycle, Operations) to ensure joint venture agreements include required provisions to allow the accumulation and reporting by UCM of necessary financial information from JV partners
• Prepare required quarterly and annual reporting documents for partners, lenders, regulatory authorities, and other key stakeholders in a timely and accurate manner
• Prepare annual and/or ad hoc audit work papers including all financial statement and audited schedules and related footnotes in compliance with the health system’s Financial Reporting Policies, Procedures within required deadlines. Ensure proper controls are in place to effectively manage compliance with UCM’s financial policies for the consolidated financial statements
• Manage a team of 3+ direct reports

• CPA or CFA certification
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Finance
• Minumum of 5-8 years of relevant experience
• Ability to manage several high priority assignments / task to completion
• Proficiency in financial analysis, reporting tools, use of excel and other analytical tools
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, ability to work independently and as a team to solve problems and raise issues and drive continuous improvement

Preferred Qualifications

• Non for profit accounting experience
• Experience working with a Big 4firm