Financial Analyst III, DHHS

State of UtahSalt Lake City, UT
Hybrid

About The Position

This is a Financial Analyst III position in the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). This position responsibility may include federal funds tracking and reconciliation; coordination with department offices and Divisions of Finance & Administration submission and monitoring; interpret reports and fiscal information; participate in developing, modifying, or enhancing federal reporting processes, fiscal procedures and practices; develop and interpret financial reports; research financial problem areas; and exercise decision making in recording and analyzing financial data. Day-to-day responsibilities of this position: Assist in preparing quarterly Medicaid financial reports for submission to the federal government. Conduct recurring financial reconciliations for Medicaid and ensure accuracy across federal funding draws and transactions. Review, submit and approve financial transactions while ensuring compliance with agency coding policies and supporting internal controls. Support year-end financial processes and maintain accurate financial coding across teams. Oversee routine operational needs such as report and query management, transaction tracking, and backup approval duties. Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting Perform other related financial or administrative duties assigned to support agency needs.

Requirements

  • Exceptional problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify issues proactively and develop effective solutions
  • Expertise in financial systems and spreadsheet applications, particularly Excel and Google Sheets, to manage and analyze data efficiently
  • Strong analytical capabilities combined with exceptional organizational skills to handle complex workflows and maintain accurate records
  • Ability to communicate professionally in both written and verbal forms

Nice To Haves

  • Two or more years of professional financial analysis experience
  • Demonstrated experience in state or local government financial management, including familiarity with public-sector processes and regulations
  • Solid understanding of governmental budget standards and practices
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in a business or financial related field
  • Relevant work and senior management experience
  • Current CPA license

Responsibilities

  • Federal funds tracking and reconciliation
  • Coordination with department offices and Divisions of Finance & Administration submission and monitoring
  • Interpret reports and fiscal information
  • Participate in developing, modifying, or enhancing federal reporting processes, fiscal procedures and practices
  • Develop and interpret financial reports
  • Research financial problem areas
  • Exercise decision making in recording and analyzing financial data
  • Assist in preparing quarterly Medicaid financial reports for submission to the federal government
  • Conduct recurring financial reconciliations for Medicaid and ensure accuracy across federal funding draws and transactions
  • Review, submit and approve financial transactions while ensuring compliance with agency coding policies and supporting internal controls
  • Support year-end financial processes and maintain accurate financial coding across teams
  • Oversee routine operational needs such as report and query management, transaction tracking, and backup approval duties
  • Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting
  • Perform other related financial or administrative duties assigned to support agency needs

Benefits

  • Full benefits package
  • Job Stability
  • Career Growth
  • Meaningful Work
  • Supportive Work Environment
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