Hiring: Sr Fin Analyst, Financial Reporting & Analy Company: Illinois Housing Development Authority Location: Chicago, IL Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 14:33:45 Employment Type: Hybrid Target Skills & Keywords : Microsoft Excel, SAP About the job Experience: •4 - 6 years of experience in general accounting. Experience should reflect increasing levels of experience with a growth in responsibilities. •50 years, IHDA has led the state in financing and supporting affordable housing. •6 years of experience in general accounting. Experience should reflect increasing levels of experience with a growth in responsibilities. •Over 50 years, IHDA has led the state in financing and supporting affordable housing. Required Skills: •Prepare timely and accurate reconciliations of assigned general ledger accounts, including related journal entries and associated financial analysis •Support timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close processes •Lead the full scope of loan accounting for single family and multifamily loan products •Prepare and review loan loss reserves, including validation of information provided by business partners, along with the preparation of associated reporting schedules •Lead the preparation and filing of quarterly and periodic reports with the State Comptroller •Analyze bond fund operating results and perform general ledger account analysis •Prepare and review schedules and journal entries for bond related amortizations •Prepare and review audit schedules and year-end audit deliverables to support the annual audit process Qualifications: •A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is required. A Master’s degree in Accountancy, an MBA and/or a CPA is preferred, though not required. •Technology-forward abilities will be a key to your success, including a proficiency with ERP systems, advanced proficiency with Excel (macros, pivot tables, advanced formulas) and foundational data management knowledge. This should be complemented by process design and an ability to identify and drive process improvements. •Strong written and oral communication skills, including experience creating management presentations will be needed. •Keen attention to detail, along with solid organizational and analytical skills. •Alternating between sitting, standing, and walking. Ascending and descending stairs. Crouching and stooping. Pushing and pulling. Reaching overhead or below. Repetitive task movements (filing, keyboarding, copying). Lifting, carrying, and moving objects of up to 10 -15 pounds. Compensation: •$69,487 - $86,859 / year •Paid time off, plus paid holidays Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!