Quality Assurance Fee (QAF)Analyst

TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS • Austin, TX

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage. Financial Analyst II – Accounts Receivable (AR)  Quality Assurance Fee (QAF) Under the direct supervision of the CFO Accounts Receivable (AR) director, the Accounts Receivable Financial Analyst performs highly complex (senior-level) financial analysis and regulatory work. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Brief Job Description: Develops and implements internal financial policies and procedures.  Provides interpretation on technical questions of financial and regulatory compliance with applicable state and federal statutes and regulations.  Reviews financial data, information, and applicable business, financial, and/or regulatory plans. Participates in special projects, system testing, and other duties as assigned. Represents the AR Director in meetings.

Requirements

• Advanced knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and their applicability to fund processing and state financial accounting.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration and management.
• Knowledge of budget management and accounting policies, practices, and operations.
• Skill in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Skill in reconciling and analyzing financial data.
• Skill in written and oral communications.
• Skill in computer software including, but not limited to, Excel, Word, Access, CAPPS Financials, ARTS, USAS and other state/governmental financial applications.
• Ability to manage budget and financial activities for programs.
• Ability to develop and evaluate financial and budgetary policies and procedures.
• Ability to clearly communicate both orally and in writing.
• Ability to explain policies and procedures to others.
• Ability to prepare concise reports.
• Ability to train others.
• Ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions.
• Ability to work in a professional manner with others and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse individuals and groups.
• Experience managing program area billing, financial data entry, and reconciliation.
• Experience analyzing and distributing financial data reports.
• Excellent communication skills determined by accuracy and completeness of job application.
• Experience developing accounting process improvements or policies and procedures.
• Five years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, finance, auditing, or budgeting.

Nice To Haves

• Accounting experience in State Government or Non-Profit organization is preferred.
• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, or a related field is generally preferred. Education and experience may be substituted for one another on a year-to-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the daily operation of the Quality Assurance Fee (QAF) program. Maintains detailed financial records.  Serves as the primary contact for the provider community for QAF.  Tracks payments and reporting by providers to assure compliance with all Texas Administration Code and Federal rules and regulations.
• Initiates and facilitates adverse action steps (penalties) after review with HHSC legal against providers who fail to comply with QAF or Trust Fund rules.  Maintains all records of action taken. Documents trends in non-compliance and recommends actions to correct issues. Makes or requests changes to systems when appropriate.
• Performs the QAF annual reconciliation and performs research and analysis of providers as needed to ensure accurate reporting and payment of QAF.
• Develops business processes and procedures for the QAF program and implements procedural changes or rule changes as needed. Provides technical and consultative assistance to providers and/or staff to ensure the QAF reporting is completed by providers and if necessary, works with the providers to finalize any QAF-related reporting needs.
• Provides support and reporting for non-QAF program areas via email and meetings regarding payments processed through the Accounts Receivable department.  Serves as liaison or contact person with agency staff, contract staff, state auditors and federal representatives related to various fund sources.
• Performs operational support activities to the Accounts Receivable team to include reporting functions and data analysis. Ensures the timely and accurate distribution of reports as required by AR management and program areas.
• Completes dual review and entries of financial reports that are recorded in accounting systems and distributed to internal and external stakeholders.
• Participates in special projects and system testing as required or requested and other duties as assigned. These tasks may require coordination with staff within the agency, other state or federal agencies, or outside entities.

Benefits

• comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees
• defined benefit pension plan
• generous time off benefits
• numerous opportunities for career advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees