Finance Analyst | Forest Preserve District of Kane County

The Finance Department of the Forest Preserve District of Kane County is accepting applications for one (1) full-time Finance Analyst position.

PAY RANGE:                            $30.40 - $39.88 PER HOUR WITH A STARTING RATE OF $30.40

HOURS:                                    8:00 AM – 4:30 PM MONDAY – FRIDAY

APPLICATION DEADLINE:      This position will be open until filled. To be considered in a first review of applications, apply online by January 26, 2026 with a cover letter, resume and professional references.

ESSENTIAL POSITION DUTIES & FUNCTIONS

Finance Duties:

• Reconcile monthly Amazon Business statement and review monthly credit card purchases ensuring compliance with policy
• Assist Accounting Supervisor with development and management of P-Card program
• Detailed review of Accounts Payable payment batches
• Cross-train with Accounts Payable to serve as a backup
• Assist Accounting Supervisor with bi-weekly payroll review: time card punches, pay registers and HR disbursements
• Review of weekly cash collections
• Cross-train with cash collection entry
• General Ledger forecasting; budget to actual analysis; budgeting trends
• Assist in preparing financial statements
• Assist with management reports
• Long-term financial planning
• Establish tax-exempt accounts
• Maintain and improve current processes within New World Systems, ERP
• Manage the disposal process of surplus vehicles, equipment and other assets
• Inventory and advertise surplus items to County offices; coordinate pickup
• Maintain records retention files and coordinate annual disposal according to State protocol
• In-house grant management in tandem with Grant Consultant and Accounting Supervisor
• Support Accounting Supervisor in tracking and reporting of capital assets
• Support Accounting Supervisor with the annual audit process by preparing client-prepared worksheets including:
  • Risk management
  • Grants
  • Capital Assets
  • Payroll
  • Various revenue and expense account reconciliations as needed  

• Consult regularly with Accounting Supervisor, Assistant Director of Finance and Chief Financial and Administrative Officer regarding financial information
• Handle sensitive information and maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Provide support to Finance Department initiatives and projects as needed/instructed
• Other duties as assigned

Procurement Duties:

• Support the Bonfire E-bidding platform, including all training and updates
• Support the public bidding process: prepare files and legal notice, publish documents, amendments and schedules for Invitations to Bid (ITB), Requests for Proposals (RFP), Requests for Qualifications (RFQ); attend pre-bid meetings (as needed), conduct bid openings, manage evaluations and prepare abstracts. Together with department staff, make recommendations for bid award
• Conduct follow-up with successful bidder(s): award project, prepare contract, secure certificates of insurance, bonds, etc., ensuring legal compliance as necessary
• Maintain project files, contracts and track certificates of insurance
• Support Accounting Supervisor in auditing business contracts for compliance
• Support departments in planning the timely execution of annual or multi-year contracts and prepare necessary contract documents
• Review and manage current utility and service agreements to understand contract limits, annual adjustments and expiration/renewal dates. Coordinate with County Purchasing Department regarding cooperative agreements
• Process purchase requisitions
• Meet with department directors and managers to assess needs for materials and services; act as resource for procuring needs and participate in supplier interface and negotiation

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum Age Requirement: 21 years old
• Education: Associate’s degree in accounting, finance or closely related field required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Experience: Three (3) years of accounting experience, preferably in governmental accounting
• Additional: Knowledge and experience with the New World System is a plus

Compensation and Benefits The hourly pay range for this position is $30.40 - $39.88 with a starting rate of $30.40. This is a non-exempt position (eligible for overtime). This position is eligible for the District’s full-time benefits. Interested applicants may learn more about the District’s competitive compensation program and benefit plans at kaneforest.com/careers.