Senior Financial Analyst

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Functional Title : Senior Financial Analyst

Job Title : Financial Analyst IV

Agency : Health & Human Services Comm

Department : HHSC & HHS Rate Analysis MGMT

Posting Number : 10800

Closing Date : 11 / 12 / 2025

Posting Audience : Internal and External

Occupational Category : Business and Financial Operations

Salary Group : TEXAS-B-26

Salary Range : $6,377.50 - $10,785.83

Pay Frequency : Monthly

Shift : Day

Additional Shift : Days (First)

Telework : Eligible for Telework

Travel : Up to 5%

Regular / Temporary : Regular

Full Time / Part Time : Full time

FLSA Exempt / Non-Exempt : Exempt

Facility Location :

Job Location City : AUSTIN

Job Location Address : 4601 W GUADALUPE ST

Other Locations :

MOS Codes : 3404,3408,8844,36A,70C,36B,65FX,65WX,6F0X1,F&S,FIN10

Brief Job Description

This job posting will be used to fill one Financial Analyst IV (FA IV) position in the Provider Finance Department. The FAIV reports to the Deputy Director of Acute Care and Hospital Financing in the Provider Finance Department. Work involves administering financial processes and systems; reviewing, analyzing, and evaluating financial data; preparing reports and responding to inquiries; and recommending appropriate action to resolve financial and regulatory problems. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

The FA IV contributes to a variety of internal reports, studies or other deliverables containing analyses of fee for service (FFS) and managed care organization (MCO) data relevant to the understanding of utilization and billing trends. Performs tasks with minimal supervision and with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Prepares presentations for professional organizations, governmental entities, and the public to be given by executive agency staff, including detailed speaking notes that allow for the communication of complex concepts and findings into understandable narrative for different audiences. Ensures compliance with established procedures, requirements, laws, and regulations; completeness of data; and presence of adequate documentation. Other duties as assigned.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs)

Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

EJF 1. Performs complex financial analysis on HHSC program data related to reimbursement rates and supplemental payment programs for Medicaid and other client service providers. Determines methodologies for data acquisition and for large scale projects needing qualitative and quantitative analysis. Identifies best algorithms for data matching, and works with colleagues to extract data, determines methods for automating processes and matches data using complex programming and analytics methodology. (30%)

EJF 2. Creates Financial analysis and reporting. Develops standard and ad-hoc reporting while also providing financial analysis support on special projects. Provides consultation to staff across the department on complex fiscal reviews. (25%)

EJF 3. Develops financial objectives and strategies. Develops and implements financial policies and procedures internal to the HHSC Provider Finance Department. creates, evaluates, and may reviews models and methodologies; conducts highly complex analyses related to FFS and managed care organizations' financial programs and reimbursement techniques (20%)

EJF 4. Reviews, analyzes, and evaluates the impact of legislation, regulations, and policies affecting reimbursement rates and healthcare finance, reports results and makes recommendations to Executive staff, including the Executive Commissioner and other key personnel biennially; prepares reports and presentations on analyses results for other staff and department leadership on a routine basis; prepares and gives oral presentations and reports on financial programs and initiatives to various provider and stakeholder organizations and to HHSC leadership; communicates complex results in a manner that can be easily understood by various audiences. Represents programs in committees, regional work groups, and projects to meet research and data analysis needs. Represents the state at the national level on research and data analysis issues. (15%)

EJF 5. Provides input in the development and integration of new financial programs and procedures for calculating provider reimbursements. (5%)

EJF 6. Other duties as assigned. (5%)

Total : 100%

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) :

Knowledge of financial analyses and examination procedures for regulated entities, financial and industry terminology and practices, and statistical analysis.

Skill in the use of a computer and applicable software, and in data modeling.

Ability to administer financial processes and systems; to perform and interpret numerical analyses; to interpret statutes; to analyze, evaluate, and summarize financial and management records for accuracy and conformance to procedures, rules, and regulations; to prepare reports and correspondence regarding findings; to develop and evaluate policies and procedures; to communicate effectively; and to supervise the work of others.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications :

None are required

Initial Screening Criteria :

Graduation from an accredited 4-year college or university required. Experience in financial modeling, forecasting, or provider reimbursement preferred. Prior experience in finance or related position.

Additional Information :

The Provider Finance Department operates on a hybrid telework schedule. Staff are required to physically work in the office 2 days per week. The office is headquartered in Ausitn, Texas.

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Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans :

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor's Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.

ADA Accommodations :

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility :

Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.

HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form

Telework Disclaimer :

This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.