Fiscal Analyst 4 (FA4/FS)

at  Washington State Health Care Authority

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum education/experience
Qualifying candidates will meet one of the following criteria options:

Option 1:

• A master’s degree in a financial related field, certification as a Public Accountant, Internal Auditor, Certified Governmental Financial Manager or Management Accountant

Option 2:

• A bachelor’s degree, which includes 18 quarter or 12 semester hours in accounting, auditing, or budgeting.
• Two (2) years of relevant professional experience.

Option 3:

• An associate degree, which includes 18 quarter or 12 semester hours in accounting, auditing, or budgeting.
• Four (4) years of relevant professional experience.

Option 4:

• Six (6) years of relevant professional experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two (2) years of experience using a complex computerized accounting system and a management database reporting module.
• Two (2) years of experience in performing general ledger reconciliations.
• Knowledge and experience using Agency Financial Reporting Systems (AFRS) and Enterprise Reporting.
• Intermediate spreadsheet software knowledge and experience. Must possess the skill to create, modify, print and format spreadsheets and work with formulas and functions.

NOTES:

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment.
HCA is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. HCA has five employee resource groups (ERGs). ERGs are voluntary, employee-led groups whose aim is to foster a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with HCA’s mission. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. Studies have shown women, racial and ethnic minorities, and persons of disability are less likely to apply for jobs unless they feel they meet every qualification as described in a job description. Persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, as well as people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are also encouraged to apply. If you have any questions about the required qualifications or how your experience relates to them, please contact us at HCAjobs@hca.wa.gov. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact Angel Matthews at angel.matthews@hca.wa.gov
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SOME OF WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Review, analyze, verify, and correct complex accounts payable, accounts receivable, accruals and general ledger records.
• Perform financial review and analysis of complex contract payments on a monthly basis to ensure accuracy of expenditure data; this includes the historical trend analysis for contract expenditures accruals and accordance to term and conditions; and compliance with state and federal rules.
• Independently analyzes invoices for accuracy, contractual compliance, accurate account code, proper fiscal signature approval is provided, and invoice dollar amounts are correct.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for the fiscal oversight and monitoring of the HCA-Health Benefit Exchange (HBE) service level agreement. Tasks include frequent interactions and meetings with HBE staff.
• Review of HBE invoices for accuracy, completeness and compliance with state and federal rules and regulations.
• Monitor fund 17T activities including revenue, expenditures, and general ledger balances.
• Report any fund balance or general ledger issues to accounting management.
• Analyze and interpret general ledger balance for assigned administrative accounts.
• Independently analyze and reconcile general ledger accounts and subsidiary accounts as assigned for accuracy. Report irregularities or system issues to the accounting manager immediately upon discovery.
• Prepare journal voucher entries for corrections and system issues and report discoveries to the Supervisor.
• Assist with developing policies, procedures, and guidelines to meet objectives and reporting deadlines.