Financial Analyst III, DHHS

Financial Analyst III, DHHS

FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Benefits Eligibility – This position is eligible for a full benefits package.
Salary – $25.65 - $30.75 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid
Final date to receive applications – 9/20/2026*

* This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

This is a Financial Analyst III position in the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). This position responsibility may include federal funds tracking and reconciliation; coordination with department offices and Divisions of Finance & Administration submission and monitoring; interpret reports and fiscal information; participate in developing, modifying, or enhancing federal reporting processes, fiscal procedures and practices; develop and interpret financial reports;

research financial problem areas; and exercise decision making in recording and analyzing financial data.

• Assist in preparing quarterly Medicaid financial reports for submission to the federal government.
• Conduct recurring financial reconciliations for Medicaid and ensure accuracy across federal funding draws and transactions.
• Review, submit and approve financial transactions while ensuring compliance with agency coding policies and supporting internal controls.
• Support year-end financial processes and maintain accurate financial coding across teams.
• Oversee routine operational needs such as report and query management, transaction tracking, and backup approval duties.
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting
• Perform other related financial or administrative duties assigned to support agency needs.

• Exceptional problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify issues proactively and develop effective solutions.
• Expertise in financial systems and spreadsheet applications, particularly Excel and Google Sheets, to manage and analyze data efficiently.
• Strong analytical capabilities combined with exceptional organizational skills to handle complex workflows and maintain accurate records.
• Has the ability to communicate professionally in both written and verbal forms.

• Two or more years of professional financial analysis experience.
• Demonstrated experience in state or local government financial management, including familiarity with public‑sector processes and regulations.
• Solid understanding of governmental budget standards and practices.
• Preference may be given to those with a bachelor's degree or higher in a business or financial related field, years of relevant work and senior management experience, or for a current CPA license.

• Effective July 1, 2021, State of Utah Employees must either reside in Utah or be in the process of relocating to within 30 days of their start date.
• Please note, a position's eligibility for remote and/or hybrid work is established by agency management and is subject to change at their discretion, at any time and for any reason.
• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
• DHRM rules apply for promotions and transfers.

Location –
195 North 1950 West
Salt Lake City,…