Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Fiscal Analyst (FA5/FS) – Project

State of Washington•Thurston County – Olympia, WA

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a project position funded through 10/30/2030. This position is responsible for accounting functions associated with the Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Project and responds to inquiries about RHT accounting processes and status updates. The ideal candidate will apply analytical skills, experience with accounts payable, and strong familiarity with accounting principles in this position that offers a hybrid remote work option and supports important rural health care work across Washington. All HCA employees will apply an equity lens to their work, which may include but is not limited to all analyses of core business and processes. This position serves as the principal assistant to the Deputy Accounting Section Manager supporting the Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Project and is responsible for leading the accounting functions that support Washington State’s RHT initiatives / project grant offered through the federal agency, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This position is responsible for planning, organizing, and performing at an expert level of all aspects of accounts receivable and accounts payable activities related to the RHT Project. This position is eligible to telework but is frequently required to report on-site to meet business need. The default assigned work location of all Health Care Authority (HCA) positions – both on-site and telework eligible positions – is within the State of Washington. This position reports to Olympia, WA. Frequency of onsite work will vary based on business and operational needs. All agency employees are required to report on-site in Olympia on their first and last days of employment to pick up and return state-issued equipment, regardless of telework status or location.

Requirements

Eight (8) years of relevant professional experience in any of the following areas: Experience with accounts payable and receivable processing, financial report analysis, reconciliation and resolution. Experience analyzing complex financial data and reports, federal and state accounting rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Experience performing research, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from fiscal data; with the ability to support recommendations with facts and analysis; interpret and apply rules, laws, policies, and procedures.
Associate degree which includes 18 quarter or 12 semester hours in accounting, auditing, or budgeting and Six (6) years of relevant professional experience in any of the areas mentioned above.
Bachelor’s degree which includes 18 quarter or 12 semester hours in accounting, auditing, or budgeting and Four (4) years of relevant professional experience in any of the areas mentioned above.
Master’s degree in a financial related field or certification as a Public Accountant, Internal Auditor, Certified Governmental Financial Manager, or Management Accountant and Two (2) years of relevant professional experience in any of the areas mentioned above.
The ability to take action to learn and grow.
The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.
Must be able to plan and prioritize deliverables in a fast-paced environment.
Must be able to communicate in a positive manner with diverse audiences and facilitate large and small teams.

Nice To Haves

Ability to convey ideas and facts orally and in writing using language the audience will best understand.
Ability to develop positive, productive, respectful work relationships with customers and co-workers.
Ability to navigate AFRS and Financial Toolbox.
Ability to produce fiscal reports in Enterprise Reporting (ER) and Web Intelligence (WebI).
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Products: (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.).
Manage change in an ever-changing environment.
A general understanding of principles and procedures of governmental accounting.
Working knowledge of the federal grant process from application submittal to reporting and closing.
State of Washington’s budget and accounting policies and regulations.
Principles and procedures of governmental accounting.
Cost allocation and account code structure.
Apply established accounting methods to a variety of accounting transactions.
Assemble, analyze, and prepare reports of complex financial data.
Follow and comprehend complex policies, procedures, directions, and regulations.
Working knowledge of federal grant processes from application submittal to reporting and closing.
Experience using the following Federal Systems: Payment Management System (PMS)
Experience using the following Statewide Systems: Agency Financial Reporting System (AFRS) Enterprise Reporting (ER) Web Intelligence (WebI) DES Contract Database (ECMS)

Responsibilities

Establish, develop, and maintain the accounting and monitoring for all aspects of the Washington State’s Rural Health Transformation Project (RHTP).
Establish, develop, and maintain fiscal reports used to review, analyze, and ensure accurate reporting of the RHTP status monthly.
Perform research and analysis of financial expenditures and documents, technical financial problems, and other state and federal resources such as regulations, laws, and statutes.
Establish, develop, and revise accounting policies and procedures for compliance with state and federal rules and regulations.
Attend meetings with program, budget, and fiscal staff and respond to questions on the financial status of RHTP and contract records.
Develop, initiate, and perform the financial plan to carry out all aspects of the accounting activities for the Washington State’s Rural Health Transformation Project (RHTP).
Plan, organize, and perform all accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger accounting functions.
Analyze complex financial data.
Develop and maintain fiscal reports.
Perform financial review and analysis.
Provide fiscal oversight and monitoring of the interagency and contractual agreements.
Perform monitoring of the fund source.
Perform complex journal voucher adjustments.