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Wajahat Khan, Deputy Director of Financial Analysis

Wajahat Khan

Deputy Director of Financial Analysis·State of Illinois – Department of Insurance

United States

Master's degree, Information Technology

Work experience

Total years of experience: 11 years, 10 months

Deputy Director of Financial Analysis

June 2023 - Present

State of Illinois – Department of Insurance

Illinois, United States Hybrid

June 2023 - Present

Lead a statewide financial analysis responsible for monitoring the financial condition and regulatory compliance of insurance companies operating in Illinois, ensuring solvency and protection of policyholders.

* Lead a 47-person financial analysis organization through 6 direct reports, overseeing financial and regulatory review of insurance companies.
* Direct statewide monitoring of insurers, evaluating capital adequacy, financial trends, and risk exposure.
* Provide strategic recommendations to leadership on financial condition, regulatory actions, and emerging risks.
* Evaluate complex financial filings, including mergers, acquisitions, dividends, and reinsurance arrangements.
* Develop and implement policies, procedures, and analytical frameworks to strengthen oversight.
* Identify early warning indicators of financial distress and coordinate responses to mitigate risk.
* Oversee staffing, performance management, and team development, including hiring and evaluations.
* Collaborate with legal, actuarial, and executive leadership on regulatory decisions and policy development.

Company industry:
Insurance & TPA
Job role:
Accounting and Auditing

Assistant Director of Finance

July 2021 - June 2023

Ambulatory Care Pharmacy - University of Illinois

Illinois, United States Hybrid

July 2021 - June 2023

Oversaw financial operations for a multi-site ambulatory pharmacy program, supporting revenue optimization, compliance, and strategic financial planning across multiple locations.

• Managed financial operations for 7 pharmacy locations generating $100M+ in annual revenue, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance tracking.
• Owned financial reporting processes, including financial statements, disclosures, and accounting policy development. • Led a finance team, improving reporting efficiency, internal controls, and financial accuracy.
• Oversaw 340B program financials, reconciling $100M+ annually while ensuring compliance and optimizing revenue capture.
• Delivered actionable insights using SAS, Tableau, and financial systems to support leadership decision-making.

Company industry:
Pharmacies
Job role:
Accounting and Auditing

Business Manager

July 2018 - July 2021

UI Health - Diagnostic Service

Illinois, United States

July 2018 - July 2021

Provided financial leadership for high-revenue clinical departments within a large academic medical center, supporting operational performance, cost control, and strategic planning.

• Managed a $600M revenue and $60M expense portfolio across 26 cost centers with full P&L oversight.
• Led budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to support executive decision-making.
• Partnered with leadership to drive revenue growth and cost optimization initiatives.
• Oversaw contracts, vendor management, and regulatory compliance.
• Produced financial analysis identifying trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Strengthened financial controls through general ledger management and process improvements.
• Built pro forma models and forecasts to support strategic decisions.

Company industry:
Medical Hospital
Job role:
Management

Accountant

August 2014 - June 2018

Loyola University Chicago

Illinois, United States

August 2014 - June 2018

Supported financial operations for athletic programs, including budgeting, reporting,
and financial analysis to ensure accurate tracking and effective resource allocation.

• Managed departmental budgets, grant accounts, and financial reporting.
• Prepared journal entries, reconciliations, and monthly financial statements.
• Supported financial planning and analysis for athletic program

Company industry:
Higher Education
Job role:
Accounting and Auditing

Education

Loyola University Chicago

December 2019

December 2019

Master's degree, Information Technology

United States

DeVry University

December 2013

December 2013

Bachelor's degree, Business Administration

United States

Skills

ACCOUNTING
Intermediate
ACCOUNTING
Intermediate
BUDGETING
Intermediate
BUDGETING
Intermediate
CROSS FUNCTIONAL COLLABORATION
Intermediate
CROSS FUNCTIONAL COLLABORATION
Intermediate
FINANCIAL ANALYSIS
Intermediate
FINANCIAL ANALYSIS
Intermediate
FORECASTING
Intermediate
FORECASTING
Intermediate
OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY
Intermediate
OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY
Intermediate
PROCESS IMPROVEMENT
Intermediate
PROCESS IMPROVEMENT
Intermediate
RISK ANALYSIS
Intermediate
RISK ANALYSIS
Intermediate
TALENT MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
TALENT MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
TEAM LEADERSHIP
Intermediate
TEAM LEADERSHIP
Intermediate

Training and Certifications

Certifications
Associate Professional in Insurance Regulation