Financial Analyst II

Financial Analyst II (NS)The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.The Financial Analyst II position supports financial management, analysis, and forecasting for the North Carolina Medicaid program, operating within the Health Financing and Economics section of NC Medicaid. It is responsible for preparing, reviewing, and disseminating weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual summaries of Medicaid expenditures and revenues. This role contributes to financial decision-making by supporting analyses of the fiscal impacts of proposed Medicaid policy changes. It gathers, synthesizes, and organizes data necessary for developing the annual Medicaid budget forecast. The position reports to the Deputy Director for Health Financing and Economics and functions in a professional financial operations environment.Key duties include:Produce weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual Medicaid expenditure and revenue summaries through consistent preparation, review, and dissemination of financial reports.Support financial management and forecasting efforts by conducting routine and ad-hoc analyses of Medicaid spending patterns.Evaluate the financial impacts of proposed Medicaid policy changes using structured analytical methods and data-driven assessments.Collect, synthesize, and organize financial and programmatic data needed to support development of the annual Medicaid budget forecast.Maintain accuracy and completeness of financial reporting by applying strong attention to detail in all analytical workflows.Apply advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency to build, maintain, and validate financial models and expenditure tracking tools.Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to share financial insights and support alignment across teams working on Medicaid financing.Develop clear written summaries and presentations that communicate financial findings and support leadership decision-making.Utilize statistical software tools, when applicable, to support enhanced financial and data analysis for Medicaid programs.Incorporate familiarity with Medicaid program cost drivers and policy context into financial assessment and forecasting activities.Salary Grade Range: $55,221.00 - $96,639.00Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:Demonstrated expert-level proficiency using Microsoft Excel to build, audit, and maintain financial models supporting recurring Medicaid expenditure and revenue reporting.Documented history of producing high-quality financial analyses and written summaries with minimal oversight, including regular reporting across weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual cycles.Consistent application of advanced analytical techniques to evaluate the fiscal impacts of proposed Medicaid policy changes using structured, data-driven methods.Established success compiling and synthesizing large financial datasets to support development of Medicaid budget forecasts and related financial planning processes.Measurable experience using statistical software (such as SAS, R, Stata, or SPSS) at an intermediate level to enhance financial analysis and support data-driven decision-making for Medicaid programs.The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End DateThis Position Is Funded In Part Through Federal FundsThis Position Is Eligible For A Hybrid Work OptionEHRA: Per G.S. 126-5(c1) (37), This Position Is EXEMPT From All Provisions Of NC General Statute Chapter 126 (State Human Resources Act) With The Exception Of Articles 6 And 7.About the NC Division of Health Benefits:The Division of Health Benefits (DHB) within NCDHHS is committed to advancing innovative solutions that improve health, promote well-being and foster independence for all North Carolinians. DHB manages and oversees North Carolina Medicaid and other programs that provide access to services and supports for parents, children, seniors, people with intellectual/developmental disabilities, and behavioral health, substance use and traumatic brain injury disorders. With a budget over $27 billion in state and federal funds per fiscal year, DHB ensures that more than 108,000 enrolled providers are reimbursed for delivering covered services to 3.1 million beneficiaries.All positions in the Division of Health Benefits are exempt from the State Human Resources Act (G.S. 126) except for the provisions of Articles 6 and 7 per HB 372 Section 20.Compensation and Benefits:The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.Visit the website for State Benefits.Supplemental Contact Information:The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.In accordance with the Governor's Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.Application ProcessBe sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application to support your answers.If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the closing date.Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust" will be subject to a criminal background check.Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent.For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at Credit VerificationDegrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, degree evaluations, and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.Veterans' and National Guard PreferenceApplicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.