Financial Analyst II (AUSTIN, TX)

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Functional Title: Financial Analyst II 
Job Title: Financial Analyst II 
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm 
Department: HHS Provider Finance SHARS 
Posting Number: 19417 
Closing Date: 08/11/2026 
Posting Audience: Internal and External 
Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations 
Salary Range: $4,801.16 - $7,761.50 
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: 3404,3408,8844,36A,70C,36B,65FX,65WX,6F0X1,F&S,FIN10 
 
 
 

Brief Job Description:

Financial Analyst II position performs work for the Provider Finance Department under the supervision of the Manager of Fee Based Services. Performs highly complex (senior-level) financial analysis and regulatory work. Work involves compiling, reviewing, analyzing, and evaluating financial data; preparing reports and responding to inquiries; and recommending appropriate action to resolve financial and regulatory problems.  Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

The FA II contributes to a variety of internal reports, studies or other deliverables containing analyses of fee for service (FFS) and managed care organization (MCO) data relevant to the understanding of utilization and billing trends. Performs tasks with minimal supervision and with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Prepares presentations for professional organizations, governmental entities, and the public to be given by executive agency staff, including detailed speaking notes that allow for the communication of complex concepts and findings into understandable narrative for different audiences. Ensures compliance with established procedures, requirements, laws, and regulations; completeness of data; and presence of adequate documentation. Other duties as assigned.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

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

Financial Analysis - Performs complex financial analysis on HHSC program data related to reimbursement rates and supplemental payment programs for Medicaid and other client services providers. Drafts and/or determines methodologies for data acquisition and for large scale projects needing qualitative and quantitative analysis. Identifies best algorithms for data matching, and works with colleagues to extract data, determines methods for automating processes and matches data using complex programming and analytics methodology. (30%)

Financial Reporting - Develops standard and ad-hoc reporting while also providing financial analysis support on special projects, Provides consultation and technical advice on research methods and techniques to staff on the research team and other analysts in the department. (25%)

Procedure Development - Develops and implements financial policies and procedures internal to the HHSC Provider Finance Department.  Creates, evaluates, and may reviews models and methodologies; conducts highly complex analyses related to FFS and managed care organizations’ financial programs and reimbursement techniques (20%)

Legislative Analysis - Reviews, analyzes, and evaluates the impact of legislation, regulations, and policies affecting reimbursement rates and healthcare finance, reports results and makes recommendations to Executive staff, including the Executive Commissioner and other key personnel biennially; prepares reports and presentations on analyses results for other staff and department leadership on a routine basis; prepares and may give oral presentations and reports on financial programs and initiatives to various provider and stakeholder organizations and to HHSC leadership; communicates complex results in a manner that can be easily understood by various audiences. Represents programs in committees, regional workgroups, and projects to meet research and data analysis needs. Represents the state at the national level on research and data analysis issue. (15%)

Integration - Provides input in the development and integration of new financial programs and procedures for calculating provider reimbursements. (5%)

Performs other work as assigned or required to maintain and support the office and HHSC operations. (5%)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

1. health and human service programs, services, and procedures.
2. accounting, business, and management principles, practices, and procedures.
3. state and federal laws and regulations relating to Medicaid reimbursement and public administration.
4. financial analyses and examination procedures for regulated entities, of financial and industry terminology and practices, and of statistical analysis.

Skill in:

1. the use of a computer and applicable software, and in data modeling.
2. interpersonal relationships and in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
3. analyzing laws, regulations, program policies, and issues.
4. use of personal computers and to use word processing, spreadsheet, statistical, and other software to develop payment rates.
5. use of complex formulas in spreadsheet software.
6. preparation of well-written briefing documents and reports designed to convey complex detailed concepts.
7. managing multiple projects with competing deadlines.

Ability to:

1. develop, evaluate, implement, and interpret policies, procedures, and rules.
2. exercise independent judgement, set priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to shifting technical and political developments.
3. manage projects effectively and produce quality work within short deadlines.
4. communicate effectively both orally and in writing with a variety of agency staff, medical/provider associations, client advocates, legislative staff, lawyers, state/federal auditors, and interested parties on Medicaid reimbursement issues.
5. perform and interpret numerical analyses, interpret statutes, analyze, evaluate, and summarize financial and management records for accuracy and conformance to procedures, rules, and regulations.
6. prepare reports and correspondence regarding findings, communicate effectively, and supervise the work of others.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

 N/A

Initial Screening Criteria:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in social science; business, including accounting and statistics; mathematics; economics; health-related field; political science; or other closely related field. Experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. Experience with Medicaid and/or healthcare finance preferred.  Experience with Salesforce and/or SQL preferred.

Additional Information:

N/A

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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.

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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.