Rural Hospital Grants Financial Analyst

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Functional

Title:

Rural Hospital Grants Financial Analyst

Job Title:

Financial Analyst II

Agency:
Health & Human Services Comm

Department:
Rural Hospital Staff

Posting Number: 17960

Closing Date: 06/30/2026

Posting Audience:
Internal and External

Occupational Category:
Business and Financial Operations

Salary Range: $4,801.16 - $7,500.00

Pay Frequency:
Monthly

Salary Group: TEXAS-B-22

Shift: Day

Additional

Shift:

Telework:
Eligible for Telework

Travel:
Up to 5%

Regular/Temporary:
Regular

Full Time/Part Time:
Full time

FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:
Exempt

Facility

Location:

Job Location City: AUSTIN

Job Location Address: 4601 W GUADALUPE ST

Other Locations:

MOS Codes: ,8844,36A,70C,36B,65FX,65WX,6F0X1,F&S,FIN
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Brief

Job Description:

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission seeks highly qualified candidates to fill a Rural Hospital Grants Financial Analyst position within the Office of Rural Hospital Finance. This position will be part of an innovative state funded grant program targeting rural hospitals. This position will also perform highly complex (senior-level) financial analysis and regulatory work.

The Rural Hospital Grants Financial Analyst will be responsible complex financial analysis work related to the grant program(s) in the Office of Rural Hospital Finance. Work involves compiling, reviewing, analyzing, and evaluating financial data to related to grant awards; preparing reports and responding to inquiries; and recommending appropriate action to resolve financial and regulatory problems related to rural hospital grant program(s).

Works under limited supervision, with some latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (EJF):

Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

EJF 1:
Analyzes and reviews financial data, processes and systems related to state-funded grant projects and rural hospital financial programs. May conduct analysis of financial/payment information related to rural hospital participation in HHSC General Revenue-funded grant programs and various Medicaid payment programs. Monitors program allocations, actual, and forecasted expenditures; and prepares periodic program reports and statistical analysis using Word, Access, Excel, and/or PowerPoint.

Prepares and/or oversees the completion of all documentation necessary to implement state-funded grants. (30%)

EJF 2:
Reviews, analyzes, evaluates financial data and may perform budget monitoring and forecast funding for state-funded grant program(s). Develops and maintains accurate and timely budget reports on the grant program's operations and financial condition. Monitors program allocations, actual, and forecasted expenditures; and prepares periodic program reports and statistical analysis using Word, Access, Excel, and/or PowerPoint. Prepares and/or oversees the completion of all documentation necessary to implement state-funded grants.

Collaborates with Grant Advisors under the guidance of the Grant Manager to develop financial objectives and strategies for certain grant programs and projects. Monitors ongoing project and operational financial data and may make recommendations for future actions based on findings. Develops internal and external reports and presentations related to budgeting, financial planning, cost accounting, individual and aggregate project allocations. (30%)

EJF 3:
Assists Grants Manager with the development and implementation of financial policies and internal procedures for the Office of Rural Hospital Finance. Ensures compliance with established procedures, requirements, laws, and regulations; completeness of data; and presence of adequate documentation. Provides interpretation on technical questions of financial and regulatory compliance with applicable state and federal statutes and regulations. Provides input in the development of procedures for monitoring and tracking expenditures from grant awards.

Interprets state and federal fiscal policies, procedures, and regulations; and maintains knowledge of state and federal funding policies and regulations as they affect the grant program(s) operations and project fiscal responsibilities. Assists Grants Manager in preparing financial analysis and ad hoc budget/financial reports, as needed. (20%)

EJF 4:
Assists Grant Manager with researching technical questions regarding financial and regulatory compliance with applicable state and federal…