Posted August 13, 2026
Financial Analyst
Abbott Laboratories Employees Credit Union
Gurnee, IL, US
Full Time
55638.98USD - 92731.63USD per year
Job Description
Job Description
ALEC is one of the largest credit unions in Illinois and we foster a supportive and collaborative work environment, where employees are encouraged to grow both personally and professionally. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, which even includes a medical plan with no premiums taken from your paycheck. We can’t wait to talk further with you about joining our team.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Responsible for maintaining ALM software and ensuring accurate monthly reporting, including Board of Director, ALCO, Senior Management and Responsibility Center (RC) reports
- Analyzes financial information to produce variance and forecast reports
- Assembles spreadsheets and draws charts and graphs used to illustrate financial information
- Interprets data affecting investment programs, such as price, yield, stability, future trends in investment risks, and economic influences
- Maintains knowledge and stays abreast of developments in the fields of business, finance, and economic theory
- Monitors fundamental economic, industrial, and corporate developments through the analysis of information obtained from financial publications and services, investment banking firms, government agencies and trade publications
- Assists in the preparation of investment action plans based on financial analyses
- Researches investment alternatives and makes recommendations to CFO
- Assists in the budget and reforecast process
- Maintains budget systems and assembles reforecast information in the Budget system
- Evaluates profit and cost efficiencies in various areas of the organization as needed
- Develops, maintains and distributes ad-hoc reports and financial models as needed
- Assists Accounting with the proper application of GAAP
- Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education Required: High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
- Education Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration
- Experience Required: Two (2) years of experience working in an Accounting or Finance position
- Experience Preferred: Three (3) years of experience working in an Accounting or Finance position within a financial institution
- Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):
- Ability to analyze and interpret financial and accounting data and summarize in a manner which can be communicated to the business leaders in an efficient manner.
- Financial analysis capability using financial and/or accounting applications and the Microsoft Office Suite
- Capable of using critical thinking skills and judgment when making decisions
- General knowledge of current financial debt markets
- Knowledge of US GAAP
- Ability to perform job functions independently
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to verbally communicate effectively with internal and/or external members
- Ability to use computers and job-specific technology/software efficiently
- Maintains confidentiality
- Performs responsibilities with composure, quality and accuracy under stress of deadlines/requirements
The base pay for this position is $55.638.98 to $92,731.63 per year. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. Click here to learn more about ALEC and our benefits.
