State of Arizona Looking for Finance & Program Monitor at Phoenix, AZ, United States Full Time

Job Description

The Division of Business and Finance is looking for a highly motivated individual to join our team as a Finance and Program Monitor.
This position is on the AHCCCS Actuarial Team and is responsible for all financial support to the actuaries related to implementation and monitoring of the Hospital Enhanced Access Leading to Health Improvements Initiative (HEALTHII) and Health Care Investment Fund (HCIF) rate increase program.

This position will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including clinical, financial, operational, rates and reimbursement, directed payments, budget, policy and contract areas. Responsibilities include analysis of provider utilization data, Health Plan encounter data, preparing payment guidance, calculation of impacts to capitation rates, documentation of processes, identifying/implementing process improvements, supporting the actuaries with additional ad hoc analyses as necessary, and performing all related reconciliations, on both a quarterly and annual basis, in addition to supervisory responsibilities.

This position requires a strong financial analysis background, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple, often overlapping, priorities and deadlines. A healthcare background would be ideal.
Major duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Support actuaries with analysis of provider utilization and health plan encounter data, and calculation of various impacts to capitation rates.
• Manage and supervise direct reports. This includes assigning, reviewing, and providing guidance to staff on work products, training, mentoring, and coaching staff, measuring results and addressing performance issues, motivating, recognizing, and rewarding individuals and the team.
• Preparation of financial information to support directed payments to providers.
• Collaboration and communication with other teams at AHCCCS.
• Identifying and implementing process improvements.
• Communicating payment guidance to health plans and providers.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge of:

• Google, Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, other comparable software programs
• AHCCCS/Administrative policies and procedures
• Audits or reconciliations
• Accounting and financial reporting
• Cognos (preferred)

Skills in:

• Financial statement review and analysis experience
• Above average Excel skills
• Project management skills
• Supervisory skills
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Problem solving

Ability to:

• Learn a programming language (e.g., SAS, SQL, Python, R)
• Coordinate multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Work in a virtual office setting

Qualifications:
Minimum:
Bachelor’s degree in economics, business, finance, healthcare or related field and 3 years of related experience.
Preferred:
Master’s degree in business or CPA with a combination of five years experience with financial statement preparation or review and auditing experience in managed health care health programs environment.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify), applicable to all newly hired State employees.
• Successfully pass fingerprint background check, prior employment verifications and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the agencyxe2x80x99s ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
• Travel may be required for state business. Employees who drive on state business must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.12.) AND have an acceptable driving record for the last 39 months including no DUI, suspension or revocations and less than 8 points on your license. If an Out of State Driver License was held within the last 39 months, a copy of your MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) is required prior to driving for State Business. Employees may be required to use their own transportation as well as maintaining valid motor vehicle insurance and current Arizona vehicle registration; however, mileage will be reimbursed.

Benefits:

Among the many benefits of a career with the State of Arizona, there are:

• 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Vacation and Sick time off (13 and 12 days per year respectively) – start earning it your 1st day (prorated for part-time employees)
• A top-ranked retirement program with lifetime pension benefits
• A robust and affordable insurance plan, including medical, dental, life, and disability insurance
• Participation eligibility in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (must meet qualifications)
• RideShare and Public Transit Subsidy
• A variety of learning and career development opportunities

For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Retirement:

Lifetime Pension Benefit Program

• Administered through the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
• Defined benefit plan that provides for life-long income upon retirement.
• Required participation for Long-Term Disability (LTD) and ASRS Retirement plan.
• Pre-taxed payroll contributions begin after a 27-week waiting period (prior contributions may waive the waiting period).

Deferred Retirement Compensation Program

• Voluntary participation.
• Program administered through Nationwide.
• Tax-deferred retirement investments through payroll deductions.

Contact Us:
Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by emailing [email protected].
Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. Arizona State Government is an AA/EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.