What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Analyst III position at State of Utah?
FT / PT Status – Full-Time Salary – $25.02 - $30.75 Hourly Wage Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid Recruiter – Niccole Johnson | niccolejohnson@utah.gov | 801 538-4375 Application Deadline – 4/12/2026
Key Responsibilities
This is a Financial Analyst III position in the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). This position responsibility may include federal funds tracking, fiscal note tracking, and coordination with department offices and Divisions of Finance & Administration submission and monitoring, present and defend practices, interpret reports and fiscal information; resolve, reconcile, and adjust for conditions; participate in developing, modifying, or enhancing appropriate fiscal procedures and practices; develop and interpret financial reports; research financial problem areas; and exercise decision making in recording and analyzing financial data.
Why You Should Join Our Team: This is an opportunity to make a difference. Along with the satisfaction of ensuring continuity of public programs, you will also receive health and retirement benefits. These plans include generous paid time off, allowing you to maintain a positive work-life balance.
The Agency: To learn more about the Utah Department of Health and Human Services, click here. If offered this position, your continued employment with DHHS will be contingent upon passing a fingerprint background check.
Key responsibilities and day to day responsibilities of this position:
Minimum or "day-one" qualifications:
Location –
288 North 1460 West
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84116
United States
Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service
Why You Should Join Our Team
Benefits
In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah , click here . Other benefits may include:
Key Responsibilities
This is a Financial Analyst III position in the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). This position responsibility may include federal funds tracking, fiscal note tracking, and coordination with department offices and Divisions of Finance & Administration submission and monitoring, present and defend practices, interpret reports and fiscal information; resolve, reconcile, and adjust for conditions; participate in developing, modifying, or enhancing appropriate fiscal procedures and practices; develop and interpret financial reports; research financial problem areas; and exercise decision making in recording and analyzing financial data.
Why You Should Join Our Team: This is an opportunity to make a difference. Along with the satisfaction of ensuring continuity of public programs, you will also receive health and retirement benefits. These plans include generous paid time off, allowing you to maintain a positive work-life balance.
The Agency: To learn more about the Utah Department of Health and Human Services, click here. If offered this position, your continued employment with DHHS will be contingent upon passing a fingerprint background check.
Key responsibilities and day to day responsibilities of this position:
- Prepare and distribute monthly financial forecasts and recurring financial reports for leadership and regional teams.
- Conduct monthly and quarterly financial reconciliation and ensure accuracy across funds, transactions, and payroll adjustments.
- Review, submit and approve financial transactions while ensuring compliance with agency coding policies and supporting internal controls.
- Manage shared expense allocations, support year-end financial processes, and maintain accurate financial coding across teams.
- Oversee routine operational needs such as report distribution, software license tracking, monthly allocations and backup approval duties.
- Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting.
- Perform other related financial or administrative duties assigned to support agency needs.
Minimum or "day-one" qualifications:
- Exceptional problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify issues proactively and develop effective solutions.
- Expertise in financial systems and spreadsheet applications, particularly Excel and Google Sheets, to manage and analyze data efficiently.
- Strong analytical capabilities combined with exceptional organizational skills to handle complex workflows and maintain accurate records.
- Has the ability to communicate professionally in both written and verbal forms
- Two or more years of professional financial analysis experience
- Demonstrated experience in state or local government financial management, including familiarity with public-sector processes and regulations.
- Solid understanding of governmental budget standards and practices
- Preference may be given to those with a bachelor's degree or higher in a business or financial related field, years of relevant work and senior management experience, or for a current CPA license.
- Effective July 1, 2021, State of Utah Employees must either reside in Utah or be in the process of relocating to within 30 days of their start date.
- This position may currently be a hybrid of both in-office and remote work days. Please note, a position's eligibility for remote work is established by agency management and is subject to change at their discretion, at any time and for any reason.
- Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
- Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
- DHRM rules apply for promotions and transfers.
- Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Location –
288 North 1460 West
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84116
United States
Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service
Why You Should Join Our Team
Benefits
In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah , click here . Other benefits may include:
- Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
- Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
- Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
- Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.
Salary : $25 - $31