Financial Analyst, Full Time

State of Arizona - Show Low, AZ

Full-time - Mid Level

Show Low, AZ

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Financial Analyst position at the Arizona Department of Economic Security involves preparing and analyzing the annual budget, providing ongoing budget analysis, and administering budgeting software. The role requires collaboration with the CFO and department managers to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with state and Medicare requirements. The analyst will also conduct training sessions, prepare financial reviews, and assist with audits, contributing to strategic planning and departmental support.

Responsibilities

• Prepares annual budget, working closely with CFO.
• Provides ongoing budget analysis and variance explanations.
• Administers, updates, troubleshoots budgeting software.
• Conducts budget software training sessions during the year and for budget season.
• Conducts quarterly variance report meetings with department managers.
• Prepares financial reviews for economic and/or business decisions.
• Compiles and reports monthly statistics, including payor mix and AR analysis.
• Creates tools for tracking, trending, compiling, and/or reporting data.
• Complies with state reporting requirements.
• Compiles with Medicare reporting requirements.
• Prepares Cost Report and Wage and Occupational Mix audits.
• Assists with labor management and benchmarking as needed.
• Assists with annual audit including occasional reconciliations.
• Participates and/or leads teams, groups, and committees.
• Maintains and disseminates cost accounting system information.
• Displays proper etiquette and mannerisms that reflect the Shine Behavior Standards.
• Promotes the Patient Safety Standards as a core value of the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Experience in budget preparation and financial analysis.
• Proficiency in budgeting software and financial reporting tools.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Medicare reporting requirements.
• Knowledge of healthcare financial management.
• Familiarity with state reporting requirements.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Retirement savings plan options.