Budget Analyst 4 (BA4FS) – Project

Budget Analyst 4 (BA4/FS) Project

This is a project position funded through 6/30/2027 with the potential for extension based on project funding.

This budget analyst performs budget monitoring building reporting and reconciliation as part of the Health Care Management and Coordination System (HCMACS) project tasked with developing an enterprise electronic health records (EHR) solution for the State of Washington. Additionally this position meets with HCMACS program managers and develops reports provided to WaTech. If you are in search of an opportunity to use your budgeting experience to support innovative work this may be the position for you!

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 the Health Care Authoritys (HCA) 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 Community Behavioral Health (CBH) Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) and School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) addition FSD oversees the budget and compliance functions necessary to manage and monitor the single largest Washington State individual operating budget.

About the position:

This Budget Analyst 4 performs expert-level budget and program planning analysis for HCAs administrative budget. This position is responsible for developing and monitoring the assigned administrative budget agency budget requests allotment processes fiscal notes and assuring that processes are completed within Office of Financial Management (OFM) guidelines and meet all budgetary requirements as directed by the Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

This position is eligible to telework but is required to report on-site 1-2 business day a week and occasionally at other times to meet business need. 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:

• Prepare and manage biennial and supplemental operating budget for HCA.
• Develop and prepare decision packages for maintenance level and performance level packages.
• Assist and advise managers and executives in developing spending strategies.
• Monitor administrative expenditures to allotments for assigned divisions through the monthly financial analysis.
• Provide expert level financial consultation and sound fiscal projections for assigned programs/divisions to ensure adequate administrative funding.
• Create reports for budget submittals compile and assemble submittal packages.
• Provide budget research and review to Position Action Request (PAR) Goods and Service Request (GSR) and Payroll account codes.
• Work with accounting section to provide advice and research on account coding.
• Fiscal notes coordination and preparation.

Required qualifications:

Qualifying candidates will meet one of the following criteria options:

Option 1:

• Nine (9) years of professional experience in budgets management or program analysis.

Option 2:

• Associate degree in business public administration accounting economics or statistics and
• Seven (7) years of professional experience in budgets management or program analysis.

Option 3:

• Bachelors degree in business public administration accounting economics or statistics and
• Five (5) years of professional experience in budgets management or program analysis.

Option 4:

• Masters degree in business public administration accounting economics or statistics and
• Three (3) years of professional experience in budgets management or program analysis.

Required competencies:

• The ability to take action to learn and grow.
• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

Preferred qualifications:

• Demonstrated expertise using state budgeting and reporting systems Excel and Word.
• Knowledge of Office of Financial Management and the State Legislative approach to the budget process.
• Experience using the Washington State Agency Financial Reporting System (AFRS).
• Experience using the Washington State Agency Budget System (ABS);Experience using the Fiscal Note System (FNS).
• Experience composing decision packages and fiscal notes for the annual Washington State Legislative session.
• Ability to communicate complex issues verbally and in writing.
• Ability to fit in with a motivated and high-performing team.
• Analytical skills for financial research and modeling in complex multi-system environment.
• Ability to develop and review complex written materials and provide detailed policy analysis.

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 .

About HCA:

Functioning as both the states 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 HCAs 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 HCAs 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 . Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact Jake Nelko at 360.725.0945 or .

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