Budget Specialist

Lead development of multi-year financial plans and sustainability models aligned with teams' goals Forecast funding needs and identify opportunities for cost optimization and efficiency Support design of alternative payment models and public-private partnership structures for long-term viability Design scenario-based strategies for alternative payment models and public-private partnerships Budgeting & Fiscal Management Prepare and manage initiative-level and program-wide budgets, ensuring alignment with CMS and CHFS requirements Monitor expenditures and maintain audit-ready documentation for compliance and transparency Design and implement financial controls to mitigate risk and promote fiscal stewardship Reporting & Compliance Produce quarterly and annual financial reports to demonstrate the financial position of the program for leadership and CMS Support integration of financial data into program dashboards to provide additional insight into OKR status and leading indicators Ensure adherence to federal and state financial regulations, including grant management standards Maintain compliance with cost allocation principles and procurement policies Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with initiative leads to align financial resources with program milestones and OKRs Provide actionable financial insights to team leadership to inform strategic decisions and operational adjustments Collaborate with external partners to promote fiscal accountability for subrecipient and contractor agreements Identify and implement leading practices for financial management and reporting to improve team efficiency Design financial training materials such as playbooks, job aids, or sessions for initiative leads and regional managers Explore innovative funding strategies to sustain program impact beyond the grant period Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or related field 3+ years of experience in financial analysis, budgeting, or grant management within healthcare, public health, or government programs Strong knowledge of GAAP, federal grant compliance, and cost allocation principles Proficiency in Excel and financial modeling tools Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to communicate financial concepts clearly Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree in finance, accounting, business administration, public administration, health economics, or related field Experience with CMS programs, Medicaid financing, or value-based payment models Knowledge of public-private partnership funding structures Relevant financial management certification (e.g., CPA or CGFM) Familiarity with rural community needs and social determinants of health Ideal Candidate Profile You are someone who: Has strong financial acumen and thrives in a mission-driven environment Enjoys modeling financial sustainability scenarios and aligning budgets with strategic goals Is detail-oriented and analytical, supporting fiscal stewardship and transparency Communicates financial insights in clear, actionable terms for leadership Thrives in collaborative environments, working across teams to support decision-making #J-18808-Ljbffr