Under the general supervision of the Vice President of Finance, the Senior Fiscal Analyst is responsible for monitoring, reviewing, and analyzing all financial activities, preparing and monitoring provider budgets, and supporting development of provider payment methods and policies with analytics and resulting recommendations.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Analyzes and evaluates financial and statistical data.
• Prepares and presents financial and statistical information.
• Makes recommendations and reports on department, division, or fund expenditures and revenues.
• Assists with budget or financial statement preparation and ensures compliance with governmental reporting regulations.
• Identifies trends, support payment policy decisions, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Initiates and manages complex projects involving multiple departments.
• Oversees the control of major groupings of funds, budget units, or revenue and expenditure accounts.
• Performs independent analysis and evaluation of financial records to ensure accuracy.
• Interprets financial guidelines to ensure that fiscal operations are in compliance with said guidelines.
• Evaluates accuracy and completeness of financial records and data.
• Analyzes and evaluates revenues or expenditures of a department, program, fund or budget unit.
• Participates in the development, modification, implementation, and maintenance of an automated financial tracking and recordkeeping system.
• Works to improve the efficiency of the accounting unit and maintains the integrity of information generated.
• Assists in the research and compilation of information needed to set payment rates.
• Benchmarks current and proposed rates against other payers.
• Makes complex cost distributions, apportions indirect costs, and sets up overhead rates in accordance with established guidelines.
• Researches and addresses complex accounting issues or discrepancies to ensure accurate accounting.
• Reads, interprets, and explains rules, regulations, and policies regarding fiscal programs to ensure compliance with contract terms and accounting procedures.
• Makes financial projections and forecasts.
• Maintains journals and ledgers.
• Prepares financial summaries.
• Prepares analyses and reports.
• Prepares narrative and statistical reports.
• Plans, organizes, schedules, directs, and reviews staff assignments.
• Trains staff on department practices and procedures.
• Communicates with the public and staff to give technical advice and explain financial decisions.
• Maintains working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and the public.
• Researches the accounting structures, financial guidelines, systems, and procedures of the department(s), fiscal programs, or agencies served.
• Identifies and resolves discrepancies in accounting records.
• Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA'S)

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles
• Knowledge of fundamental accounting procedures
• Knowledge of and familiarity with Microsoft GP (Great Plains).
• Knowledge of financial and business intelligence applications, especially Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of financial analysis: budgets, cost/benefit, trends, exceptions, and cost accounting.
• Knowledge of the Michigan Mental Health Code and Balanced Budget Act.
• Team Leadership skills.
• Accuracy skills.
• Analytical skills.
• Time Management skills.
• Problem Solving skills.
• Communication skills.
• Critical Thinking skills.
• Multitasking skills.
• Prioritizing skills.
• Accuracy and detailed oriented skills.
• Computer skills (Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, Outlook, Teams).
• Ability to communicate orally.
• Ability to communicate in writing.
• Ability to work effectively with others.
• Ability to work with an ethnically, linguistically, culturally, economically and socially diverse population.
• Judgement/Reasoning ability.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

A Bachelor's Degree from a recognized college or university in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or a closely related field.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

Four (4) years of full-time paid professional experience performing Accounting, Finance, Budgeting or closely related duties and responsibilities.

REQUIRED LICENSE(S).

A valid State of Michigan Driver's License with a safe and acceptable driving record.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Work is usually performed in an office setting but requires the employee to drive to different sites throughout Wayne County and the State of Michigan. This position can work remotely with supervisory approval. Currently this position is primarily a remote position.

This description is not intended to be a complete statement of job content, rather to act as a general description of the essential functions performed. Management retains the discretion to add or change the position at any time.

Please Note: DWIHN requires proof of being fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Medical or religious accommodations or other exemptions that may be required by law, will be approved when properly supported. Further information will be provided during the recruitment process.

The Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer