What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fiscal Analyst 3 (FA3/FSD) position at State of Washington?
Fiscal Analyst 3 (FA3/FSD)
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This Fiscal Analyst 3 job offers telework options, the chance to manage high-level financial accounts for major public programs, and the stability of working for Washington State. The ideal candidate will have experience independently reviewing, analyzing, interpreting, and adjusting financial accounts. Initiating collection of overdue balances and write-off of uncollectable accounts.
All HCA employees will apply an equity lens to their work, which may include but is not limited to all analyses of core business and processes.
About the division:
This position is located within HCA’s Financial Services Division (FSD), which in collaboration with
other HCA divisions and a variety of external stakeholders and legislative partners, provides strategic financial expertise for Apple Health, PEBB and SEBB programs. In addition, FSD oversees the budget and compliance functions necessary to manage and monitor the single largest Washington State individual agency operating budget. Functions include budget management, accounting, forecasting, professional and hospital rate setting, financial analysis, and payment/collection operations. This division maintains a close working relationship with agency program, policy, and clinical divisions to ensure financially sound implementation and monitoring of program strategies. It is also accountable to the Governor and legislature in ensuring HCA operates within its budget.
About the position:
This Fiscal Analyst 3 (FA3) position is the senior, specialist of the series, who is responsible for
accounts receivable processing, financial report analysis, reconciliation, and resolution for both PEBB (Public Employees Benefits Board) and SEBB (School Employee Benefits Board) programs.
This position is eligible to telework and is typically not required to report onsite however, during the training period, the successful candidate will be required to report onsite 2 times a week. The default assigned work location of all Health Care Authority (HCA) positions – both on-site and telework eligible positions – is within the State of Washington. This position reports to Olympia, WA. Frequency of onsite work will vary based on business and operational needs. All agency employees are required to report on-site in Olympia on their first and last days of employment to pick up and return state-issued equipment, regardless of telework status or location.
Some of what you will do:
- Independently reviews, analyzes, interprets, and adjusts Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) & School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) insurance financial accounts, both for individual and group accounts in accordance with GAAP.
- Reviews accounts in collection process and determines if retroactive termination of coverage is appropriate.
- Independently determines amount and initiates refund of customer overpayments.
- Process returned payments (NSFs) applied to accounts, notify appropriate benefits staff of need to terminate coverage (if appropriate), and notify customers of NSF and impact to their coverage.
- Respond to subscriber requests to initiate EDS payment of monthly premiums. Verify submitted EDS application forms, ensure the accounts are eligible for EDS.
- Create ACH withdrawal between US Bank and individual subscriber accounts.
- Establish new EDS account in PAY1. Transmit Prenote to US Bank.
- Keeps supervisor and/or management informed as to current financial status of customer/group accounts and potential problem areas or opportunities for improvement.
- Provides verbal and/or written comments and recommendations to supervisor regarding new or revised agency policies or procedures in order to ensure billings and receivables are accurately recorded, improve processes, and ensure agency policies and procedures comply with OFM regulations.
Required qualifications:
Qualifying candidates will meet one of the following criteria options:
Option 1:
- A master’s or bachelor’s degree in a financial field.
Option 2:
- An associate’s degree, which includes 18 quarter or 12 semester hours in accounting, auditing, or budgeting.
AND
- Two (2) years of professional experience in one or more of the areas below:
- Independently reviewing, analyzing, interpreting, and adjusting financial accounts.
- Initiating collection of overdue balances. Initiating write-off of uncollectable accounts.
- Determine amounts and initiate refund of customer overpayments.
Option 3:
- Four (4) years of professional experience in one of the areas listed above.
Option 4:
- Certification as a Public Accountant, Internal Auditor, Certified Governmental Financial Manager or Management Accountant.
Required competencies:
- The ability to take action to learn and grow.
- The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.
- Must be able to plan and prioritize deliverables in a fast-paced environment.
- Must be able to communicate in a positive manner with diverse audiences and facilitate large and small teams.
Preferred qualifications:
- Customer service experience assisting a diverse customer base.
- Intermediate skill level in Microsoft Excel, Access, and Word programs.
- Governmental accounting experience.
- Accounts receivable experience.
- Ability to convey ideas and facts orally and in writing using language the audience will best understand.
How to apply:
Only candidates who reflect the minimum qualifications on their NEOGOV profile will be considered. Failure to follow the application instructions below may lead to disqualification. To apply for this position, you will need to complete your profile which includes three professional references and attach in separate files:
- A cover letter that specifically addresses how you meet the qualifications for this position
- Current resume
To take advantage of veteran preference, please do the following:
- Attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 long-form copy), NGB 22, or USDVA signed verification of service letter.
- Please black out any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers. Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.
About HCA:
Functioning as both the state's largest health care purchaser and its behavioral health authority, the Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) is a leader in ensuring Washington residents have the opportunity to be as healthy as possible.
There are three pillars of our work: Apple Health (Medicaid); the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) and School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) programs; and behavioral health and recovery. Under these pillars, HCA purchases health care, including behavioral health treatment for more than 2.7 million Washington residents and provides behavioral health prevention, crisis, and recovery supports to all Washington residents.
What we have to offer:
- Meaningful work with friendly co-workers who care about those we serve Voices of HCA
- A clear agency mission that drives our work and is person-centered HCA's Mission, Vision & Values
- A healthy work/life balance, including alternative/flexible schedules and mobile work options.
- A great total compensation and benefit package WA State Government Benefits
- A safe, pleasant workplace in a convenient location with restaurants, and shopping nearby.
- And free parking!
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 Angelic Matthews at Angelic.Matthews@HCA.WA.Gov
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