Financial Analyst II

Texas Health and Human Services; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid employee health insurance

Defined benefit pension

Generous time off

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) in Austin seeks a Financial Analyst II to perform complex financial analysis for the Vendor Drug Program under the PRBA directorate. Responsibilities include rebates analysis, budget handling, forecasting revenue, and coordinating with internal/external stakeholders.

The role requires in-office work with occasional telework per policy; the selected candidate will engage in data analysis, reporting, and cross-functional collaboration to optimize

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college with major coursework in accounting, business, finance, economics, or related field.
• Experience performing financial analysis for a large program, agency, or corporation.
• Knowledge of Medicaid programs and related rebate policies is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced consultative and technical services related to rebates and budget processes.
• Assist with procurement activities including RFPs and vendor negotiations.
• Monitor vendor compliance with laws and guidelines and maintain documentation.
• Coordinate with areas on rebate data transmission to systems.
• Participate in program oversight workgroups and external projects.
• Analyze program requirements and identify opportunities to maximize income and reduce costs.
• Prepare high-quality written updates, reports, and legislative documents.
• Support monitoring of the Non-Risk Payment (NRP) program and ensure timely approvals.
• Offer subject matter expertise for audits and address audit findings.

Skills

Medicaid knowledge

Budget analysis

Statistical analysis

Analytical tools

Data modeling

Oral presentations

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/finance

Tools

MS Excel

MS Access

Statistical software

Job description

Date: Sep 5, 2026

Location: AUSTIN, TX

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.

Functional Title: Financial Analyst II Job Title: Financial Analyst II Agency: Health & Human Services Comm Department: Pharmacy Benefits Mgmt MMIS Posting Number: 17351 Closing Date: 09/18/2026 Posting Audience: Internal and External Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations Salary Range: $4,801.16 - $7,000.00 Pay Frequency: Monthly Salary Group: TEXAS-B-22 Shift: Day Additional Shift: Days (First) Telework Travel: Up to 10% Regular/Temporary: Regular Full Time/Part Time: Full time FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt Facility Location: Job Location City: AUSTIN Job Location Address: 701 W 51ST ST Other Locations: MOS Codes: 3404,3408,8844,36A,70C,36B,65FX,65WX,6F0X1,F&S,FIN10

Job Description

Financial Analyst II position performs work for the Vendor Drug Program (VDP) under the supervisor of a Director of Pharmacy Rebates & Business Analysis (PRBA). Performs complex financial analysis related to drug manufacturer rebates, budget processes, forecasting revenue, and conducts complex data analysis to determine and evaluate payment rates and financial data. Duties include but not limited to compiling, reviewing, analyzing, and evaluating financial data; preparing reports and responding to inquiries; and recommending appropriate action to resolve financial issues. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. This position is required to work in the office building per scheduled days and subject to established policies. The selected candidate should be in the Austin area to meet the “in office” work requirement.

Essential Job Functions

• (20%) Provides highly advanced consultative and technical services such as research, evaluation, and analytical work related to drug manufacturer rebates and budget processes to determine impacts, implementation, financing, and oversight related to drug rebate collections and pharmacy claims administration. Coordinate with internal and external areas in maximizing program income and cost containment initiatives.
• May assist with procurement related activities including RFP development, participating in vendor conferences, proposal evaluations, negotiations, contract award/implementation and vendor transition and contract closeout.
• (10%) Performing complex monitoring and analysis of vendor’s work and their compliance with state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and guidelines; and presence of adequate documentation.
• (10%) Coordinate with other areas on collection of drug rebates to ensure correct data transmits to the rebate system.
• (10%) Participate in and oversee workgroups and meetings related to program oversight, research, analysis, budget processes, and evaluation functions. Represents the VDP on external projects and workgroups that impact the program. Acts as liaison to other areas within HHSC to ensure communication and coordination regarding Vendor Drug Program issues.
• (10%) Analyze and monitor program requirements, identify opportunities to maximize program income, report performance findings, and coordinate with both internal and external stakeholders to enhance program income and implement cost containment initiatives, including reviewing and analyzing the financial implications of proposed Value Based Agreements.
• (10%) Prepares and approves high quality written documents, including project updates, summaries, legislative reports, budget reports, audit updates, and other documents.
• (10%) Assist in the ongoing monitoring and analysis of the Non-Risk Payment (NRP) program within the VDP. This includes close collaboration with other VDP staff to ensure all NRP processes run on schedule, files include appropriate encounter claims, communication to MCOs conducted as needed, and that all approvals are on time.
• (5%) Provide subject matter expertise with VDP financials and rebate responses for Audits. Helps the VDP correct any associated audit findings by defining causes of error and recommending appropriate dispositions.
• (5%) Analyzes federal and state legislation relating to the Vendor Drug Program. Research technical questions of applicable state laws and regulations as well as federal procedures and guidelines relating to the Rebate Programs and Pharmacy practices.
• (5%) Monitor and manage the VDP Rebate mailbox.
• (5%) Performs other duties as assigned.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements Or Certifications

None

Knowledge Skills Abilities

• Knowledge of Medicaid programs, budget process, drug manufacturer rebate programs and policies, or audit processes.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis processes and research techniques.
• Skill in using analytical tools (e.g., MS Excel, MS Access, statistical software), ability to learn ad hoc query software/tools, and exposure to datasets and database structure to organize data for advanced analysis and data modeling.
• Skill in analyzing and evaluating complex program, policy, and budget issues and translating easily into understandable and concise documents and oral presentations for workable solutions.
• Skill in analyzing federal and state legislation.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.

Initial Screening Criteria

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting, business administration, finance, economics, or a related field preferred. Experience and education maybe substituted for one another on a year-by-year basis.
• Experience performing financial analysis for a large program, agency, or /corporation.
• Experience in analyzing and evaluating complex programs, policy, or budget issues.
• Prefer knowledge of drug manufacturer rebate programs and policies and relevant to rebate analysis.
• Prefer knowledge of Medicaid administrative policies, regulations, and laws.

Additional Information

• An in-basket exercise is required as part of the interview process.

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Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.

ADA Accommodations

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

Pre-Employment Checks And Work Eligibility

Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.

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Telework Disclaimer

This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.

Nearest Major Market: Austin