Budget Analyst 4 (BA4/FS)

State of Washington; Olympia (WA); Híbrido; USD 70.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Remote work options

Paid time off and holidays

Descripción de la vacante

Washington State Health Care Authority is seeking a Budget Analyst 4 to join our Financial Services Division. This full-time, hybrid role reports on site one day per week and occasionally as needed, with an Olympia-based work location.

You will develop and monitor the agency budget, prepare budget requests, and provide fiscal analysis to CFO and stakeholders, ensuring OFM guidelines are followed and reporting is accurate.

Formación

• Experience with state budget processes and fiscal policy.
• Ability to develop and review fiscal notes and decision packages.
• Skill in building analytical models to project funding needs.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and monitor assigned administrative budget and budget requests.
• Provide expert financial consultation and projections for programs.
• Monitor expenditures against allotments and report findings.

Conocimientos

Budget processes

Fiscal policy

Fiscal notes

Decision packages

Financial modeling

Data analysis

Data mapping

Collaboration

Educación

Bachelor's degree in business/public administration/accounting/economics/statistics

Herramientas

ABS

TALS

Descripción del empleo

Budget Analyst 4

This is a full-time permanent, hybrid position required to report on site 1 day a week and occasionally at other times to meet business needs.

All HCA employees are required to be Washington state residents upon their first day of employment

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The Opportunity

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). In addition, this position is charged with monitoring expenditures against allotment to identify any fiscal issues for HCA management, program managers and stakeholders, and assures the fiscal information reported to OFM, legislature staff, and the federal government is accurate.

Key Responsibilities

• 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;


• Provide budget research and review to Position Action Request (PAR).


• Provide budget research and review to Goods and Service Request (GSR).


• Provide budget research and review to Payroll account codes; update HRMS system as needed


• Fiscal notes coordination and preparation.

Why You’ll Love This Role

You are a trusted financial strategist and consultant for HCA leadership, program managers, and state stakeholders. You will have the unique opportunity to build sophisticated analytical models, steer major biennial budget developments, and ensure the agency has the adequate funding it needs to succeed.

What You Bring

It is a highly collaborative, fast-paced position where your sharp technical skills in systems like ABS and TALS directly influence decisions at the legislative and gubernatorial levels. If you want a high-impact financial career where your analytical precision and ability to translate complex data into clear strategy are deeply valued, this is the perfect job for you.

Required Competencies

Experience may have been gained through paid or unpaid activities. Please ensure any relevant experience defined below is outlined in your cover letter, resume, and application.

• Demonstrated knowledge of state budget processes, fiscal policy, fiscal notes, decision packages, and management principles.


• Demonstrated ability to evaluate program performance data, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations for resource allocation and efficiency improvements.


• Demonstrated ability to design, develop, and deploy complex computer-driven analytical models to project future fiscal constraints and administrative funding needs.


• Demonstrated ability to map program data, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations for resource allocation and efficiency improvements.


• Demonstrated ability to accurately interpret complex state budget policies, fiscal rules, and newly enacted legislation.


• Proficiency in developing models and tools to analyze fiscal impacts and policy options.


• The ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external teams on complex fiscal issues.


• The ability to pull, compile, and analyze raw expenditure and vendor data from databased system.


• The ability to proficiently track and update systems with precise funding codes and track contracts and positions.


• Equity lens – All HCA employees are required to consider equity in their decisions, processes, and day-to-day work, including how their work may affect the people and communities we serve.


• The ability to take action to learn and grow – You take action to learn and grow by seeking new perspectives, learning from experiences, and using what you’ve learned to continuously improve how you work and serve others.


• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others – You take action to meet the needs of others by listening, understanding different perspectives, and responding with care, respect, and solutions that support the people of the communities we serve.

Preferred Qualifications

While these are not required, having them may help you stand out as an applicant.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, accounting, economics, or statistics and five to six years of professional experience in budgets, management, or program analysis. Note: A master’s degree can substitute for up to six years of experience.

About the Financial Services Division (FSD)

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), PEBB and SEBB programs. In addition, FSD oversees the budget and compliance functions necessary to manage and monitor the single largest Washington State individual operating budget. Functions include budget management, accounting, forecasting, professional and hospital rate setting, financial analysis, and payment/collection operations. This division maintains a close working relationship with agency program, policy, and clinical divisions to ensure financially sound implementation and monitoring of program strategies.

About the Washington State Health Care Authority

Better Health. Better Care. A Healthier Washington.

At HCA, we work to ensure people across Washington have the opportunity to be as healthy as possible. As the State’s largest health care purchaser and behavioral health authority, HCA serves nearly 3 million Washington residents through Apple Health (Medicaid), Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) and School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) programs, and behavioral health services. Through this work, HCA purchases and coordinates care coverage, supports behavioral health prevention, treatment, crisis response, and recovery and helps strengthen access to high-quality care across Washington.

More than a benefits package:

We want our employees to have the support, flexibility, and benefits they need to do their best work and build a career that works for their life. As a Washington State HCA employee, you’ll have access to a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Our benefits are designed to support you today while helping you plan for the future. Learn more about why HCA by visiting Voices of HCA and the Who we are section of our website.

Your total compensation is more than your paycheck:

• Remote work and flexible schedules


• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance


• Paid vacation, sick leave, and 12 paid holidays


• Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML)


• Retirement options to plan for the future


• Training and professional development opportunities


• Employee wellness programs


• Learn more about Washington State Employee Benefits

Work location and schedule:

This is a full-time 40-hour-per-week hybrid position. You will report to the HCA office located in Olympia, WA for in-person work. Our standard business hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with alternative work schedules considered based on business needs. When working in-person, you will work in a shared space, open office environment. In this role you’ll regularly collaborate with colleagues, agency leaders, state and federal partners, and other external partners or customers. Occasional travel may be required for meetings, training, or other business needs. All employees are required to report to our Olympia office on their first and final day of employment.

Our commitment to an inclusive workplace:

The Health Care Authority is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a workplace where employees are respected, included, and supported in bringing their experiences, perspectives, and ideas to work. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in how we work together and serve the people of Washington. HCA also supports five voluntary employee led Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which create opportunities for connection, community, learning, and professional growth.

Veterans:

We value the experience and skill veterans bring to the workforce and encourage veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses to apply. Eligible veterans may qualify for veterans’ preference in accordance with Washington State Law. If you are claiming veterans’ preference, you must attach your applicable DD-214 documentation to your application. Please redact your social security number, date of birth, and any other sensitive information before uploading and attaching the document.

Technical support

Reach out to NEOGOV directly at 1-855-524-5627 for technical support and login issues.

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