Essential Job Functions:
Essential Job Functions:
Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned. All employees hired under this job posting are required to work the hours of 8AM to 5PM for the first six months of employment. Supervisors may consider alternate work schedules after the first six months of employment based on performance, responsibilities, and the needs of the team. However, alternate work schedules are not guaranteed.
EJF1. Provides AES-wide program business and financial management, business and operations leadership and coordination for multiple complex projects/requests and ongoing activities. May participate in the preparation and development of the annual operating budget process. Compiles financial statistics and reports related to AES operations. Researches, analyzes, and prepares charts and reports related to internal/external ad-hoc requests as required. Provides guidance to staff in the development and integration of new cost accounting methods and procedures, and prepares administrative reports, studies, and specialized cost analysis. (25%)
EJF2. Performs highly advanced, senior consultative services and technical assistance work, including but not limited to requirements gathering, reviewing and analyzing business processes, major AES contract oversight, and program financial management-related activities. Actively works with and provides recommendations to vendor staff, AES senior leadership, and the FCO-area directors regarding agency-wide policies and procedures, contracts, funding, and budgetary issues. Represents HHSC AES OA, and AES in meetings with contractors, stakeholders, and AES staff in general with regular attendance and active participation. (20%)
EJF3. Acts as customer liaison for AES, managing/leading projects according to project management guidelines and standards; communicates on a complex level with other entities (internally/externally) to provide, exchange or verify information, answering inquiries, addressing issues or resolving problems or complaints. Coordinates and provides proactive analysis of the impact of change to AES program areas as a result of the implementation of major projects. Prepares, reviews, and analyzes cost estimates and fiscal notes for proposed legislation. Reviews fiscal impacts of proposed rules for adoption. Measures the impact of existing and proposed state and federal legislation on HHSC programs. Responds to budgetary inquiries from AES management and staff, HHSC Budget, and other divisions within HHSC. Provides input in determining proper use of financial and budgetary information to develop reports for AES, other HHSC divisions, the legislature, Governor’s Office, state and federal agencies, and the Legislative Budget Board. (20%)
EJF4. This position is responsible for developing high level analysis and responding to requests from AES upper management; preparing and participating in the review of AES/OA report data developed internally and determining trends; and proposing resolutions to operational issues. Collects, organizes, analyzes, and prepares financial reports and financial projections related to state retained costs and staffing requirements in response to requests for financial information. Analyzes and evaluates necessary financial and actuarial documentation and information to develop financial cost accounting models. Identifies and recommends intervention and employs financial monitoring processes. (15%)
EJF5. Other duties include monitoring performance reporting, providing fiscal systems analysis, troubleshooting, and technical assistance to AES program staff, other governmental agencies, and internal and external work groups; monitoring compliance with federal and state laws, rules, regulations, guidelines, policies, and procedures; functioning as a financial information specialist and performing highly advanced budget preparation and fiscal analysis, uses a variety of software applications including CAPPS Financials, CAPPS HCM, Excel, Legislative Tracking System, Word, and Access to perform essential job functions. (10%).
EJF6. Manages Special Projects as assigned. (10%)

Knowledge Skills Abilities:
Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to AES program areas. Knowledge of principles and practices of public administration, public sector management, providing services, and contract administration. Knowledge of accounting, finance, auditing,or budgeting. CAPPS Financials or other similar budgeting and/or accounting software experience is preferred. Knowledge of legislative appropriations request and annual operating budget process. Skills in using computer software including but not limited to Excel, Word, Access, CAPPS HCM, CAPPS Financials, and other financial applications. Skill in communicating both verbally and in writing. Ability to work independently with limited supervision. Skill in managing multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, other agency staff, and the public. Ability to manage program activities. Ability to establish goals and objectives. Ability to devise solutions to administrative problems. Ability to develop and evaluate administrative policies and procedures. Ability to prepare concise reports. Ability to plan, assign, and supervise the work of others.

Registration or Licensure Requirements:
Not applicable.

Initial Selection Criteria:
Graduated from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business administration, finance, mathematics, accounting, economics, or a related field is generally preferred. Four years of finance and accounting experience is required, however, education may be substituted for one another. Experience with interpreting and applying federal and state laws, policies, rules, and requirements in health services and fiscal management is required. Advanced MS Excel skills preferred.

Additional Information:
Health and Human Services is committed to hiring veterans and creating a work environment that values and retains the skills that service members bring to the job. A veteran is an individual who has served in *the Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, or Marine Corps of the United States or the United States Public Health Service under 42 U.S.C. Section 201 et seq., as amended; *the Texas military forces as defined by Section 437.001 of Texas Government Code; or *an auxiliary service of one of those branches of the armed forces; and has been honorably discharged from the branch of the service in which the person served.
Applicants may not have a history of substantiated fraudulent activity against HHSC or any programs it administers. Applicants who have a non-fraud overpayment with an outstanding balance must agree to repay the overpayment balance as a condition of employment.
HHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.

MOS Code:
Note: There are no direct military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position. All active duty, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply. For more information see the Texas State Auditor’s Military Crosswalk at http://www.hr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/JobDescriptions.aspx.