Audit and Review Analyst I/II Flex (PCN 06-0672)

Job Description

Effective July 1, 2020 the wage for this position increased by 1%. The wage listed in this job posting reflects the increase.

This position is open to Alaska Residents only.
Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.

This position is flexibly staffed. This position will be filled at either the I or II level dependent on the applicant's qualifications and job experience.
It is recommended that you apply for all levels if you qualify.

What you will be doing :

• Analyzing and reviewing financial data and provider billing reports to determine appropriate Medicaid rates for specific provider types. Rates are set using national models and modeled methodologies.
• Interacting with Department of Health And Social Services (DHSS) partner agency staff and stakeholder health care organizations.
• Using accounting skills, critical thinking, and understanding of state and federal laws to establish Alaska Medicaid reimbursement rates that ensure access to health care to Medicaid beneficiaries.
• Participating in committees and stakeholder engagement sessions to help design and/or revise rate setting methodologies of health care services.

Our organization, mission, and culture:
The Department of Health and Social Services Office of Rate Review (ORR) Team is a fifteen person team whose mission is to provide quality Medicaid rate setting services to ensure access to healthcare, support the department's programs, and ensure responsive health facility and services development.

The benefits of joining our team:
Team members enjoy the option of Alternate Work Week (AWW) agreements, a generous benefit package , and work projects that foster continuous development of knowledge and skills within the Medicaid Program.

The working environment you can expect:
This position is in the Frontier Building (secured office) in mid-town Anchorage. Free covered parking is available along with access to on-site coffee shop, café, and salon services. You will work in a small interactive team dedicated to supporting our agency's mission and values. The workweek is typically Monday-Friday.

Who we are looking for:
To be successful in the position, a candidate will need the following core competencies:

• Knowledge of standard accounting practices and procedures
• Critical thinking skills for analysis of data
• Ability to create organized work papers to support reports and decisions
• Proficiency in Excel and data organization
• Ability to work under the pressure of regular deadlines

If this sounds like your skill set, please submit an application through Workplace Alaska.

A cover letter is NOT required for this position. Your complete application [, including supplemental questions,] will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.

To view the general description and example of duties for an Audit and Review Analyst I or II, please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs

Minimum Qualifications
Audit and Review Analyst I:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college in accounting, public administration, business administration or a closely related field, including or supplemented by 16 semester hours/24 quarter hours in accounting and three semester hours/four quarter hours in auditing.
AND
One year of professional-level accounting, budgeting, or financial management experience. The required experience includes such work as analysis, preparation, or evaluation of financial records and reports; cash management; financial auditing; financial planning; tax planning and preparation; or accounting systems administration.

Substitutions:

Four years of any combination of post-secondary education from an accredited college (3 semester/4 quarter hours equal one month) and/or paraprofessional or professional accounting experience will substitute for the required bachelor's degree if it includes 16 semester hours/24 quarter hours in accounting and three semester hours/four quarter hours in auditing.

A Master's degree from an accredited college in auditing, accounting, finance, or a closely related field will substitute for the required year of professional experience.

Possession of a Certified Public Accountant Certificate will substitute for the required degree and experience.

Audit and Review Analyst II:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college in accounting, public administration, business administration or a closely related field, including or supplemented by 16 semester hours/24 quarter hours in accounting and three semester hours/four quarter hours in auditing.
AND
Two years of experience performing independent audits of limited scope, auditing small functions or agencies with no severe complications, to assure fiscal compliance with contractual or grant terms, or performing less complex management analyses and/or operational audits. This experience includes such work as the Audit and Review Analyst I with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.

Substitutions:

Four years of any combination of post-secondary education from an accredited college (3 semester/4 quarter hours equal one month) and/or paraprofessional or professional accounting experience will substitute for the required bachelor's degree if it includes 16 semester hours/24 quarter hours in accounting and three semester hours/four quarter hours in auditing.

A Master's degree from an accredited college in auditing, accounting, finance, or a closely related field will substitute for one year of the required professional experience.

Possession of a Certified Public Accountant Certificate will substitute for the required degree and up to one year of required experience.
Additional Required Information
Effective June 1, 2020 all General Government Unit positions are converting to a bi-weekly pay schedule (paid every two weeks).
The salary listed in this job posting reflects a bi-weekly salary amount.

At time of interview applicant must submit :

• A copy of academic transcripts, to verify post-secondary education used to meet the minimum qualifications (unofficial are acceptable, please ensure that the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts).
• List of three (3) professional references including current daytime phone numbers.
• Copies of two (2) most recent performance evaluations or two (2) letters of professional reference, one of which must be from a former employer.

Please read the below information carefully. This applies to your application submission.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS
For your application to be evaluated you must answer the Supplemental Questions. Be specific in your answers and tell us how you acquired the relevant experience. Please use complete sentences and proof-read your submissions when answering the supplemental questions. Your responses will be considered a writing sample and will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment process.

FLEXIBLY STAFFED
This position is flexibly staffed. This vacancy may be filled at either the I or II level, depending on the applicant's training and/or experience. The full range of salaries is listed above. Starting salary will be determined by the level of the position. If filled at the Level I, promotion to the Level II will only occur upon successful completion of the probationary period and required training, as well as the applicant meeting the minimum qualifications of the higher job class and final approval by supervisor. It is recommended that you apply for all levels if you qualify .

EDUCATION
To verify education being used to meet the required minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials being used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial are okay, please ensure that the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application, provided at the time of interview or if not provided, transcripts will be required prior to appointment.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Omission of required documentation listed will result in an incomplete application and you will not receive further consideration.

WORK EXPERIENCE
When using work experience not already documented in your application, please provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. Work experience needed to meet the minimum qualifications must be documented in the application. If the application does not support minimum qualifications, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment. A resume will not be used to determine that minimum qualifications have been met for the position in which you are applying.

If you are currently or previously been appointed to a flexibly staffed position please ensure your work experience within a flexibly staffed position indicates the actual dates employed at each level. Ensure your time and any subsequent flex promotion(s) are documented as a separate position. This is required as there are minimum qualifications that require experience at a particular level in which the lower level may not be considered. If this information is not accurately reflected in your application this may cause the processing of your application for consideration to be delayed.

NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

The State of Alaska does not provide VISA Employer sponsorships.

RECRUITMENT SCOPE
This position is open to Alaska Residents only. Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.

APPLICATION NOTICE
You can ONLY apply for this position through the Workplace Alaska website or via hardcopy application. If you accessed this recruitment bulletin through a job search portal such as ALEXsys or any other database, you MUST use a Workplace Alaska online or hardcopy application to successfully apply. Instructions on how to apply with Workplace Alaska may be found on the Workplace Alaska "How to Apply" webpage, found here: http://doa.alaska.gov/dop/workplace/help/

NOTICE
Questions regarding the application process can be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095. If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the 'governmentjobs.com' domains. For information on allowing emails from the 'governmentjobs.com' domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword .

EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P. O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

Contact Information
WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE
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For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager at:

Name: Christine Goetz, Audit and Review Analyst III
Phone: (907) 334-2476
Fax: (907) 334-2220
Email: christine.goetz@alaska.gov

Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefits

The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.

For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an orientation video from Division of Retirement and Benefits . (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)

Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
  • The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See http://doa.alaska.gov/drb/programs/index.html for additional information.
    • AVTEC
    • Confidential
    • Correctional Officers
    • Marine Engineers
    • Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers
    • Supervisory
    • Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union
    • Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)
  • The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.
    • General Government
    • Labor, Trades and Crafts
    • Public Safety Employees Association
    • Masters, Mates & Pilots
• Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)

Optional Insurance Benefits

• Group-based insurance premiums for
  • Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
  • Long-term and short-term disability
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment
  • Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
  • Supplemental Survivor Benefits
• Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses

Retirement Benefits

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
• Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
• Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
• Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
• Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
• Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options

See http://doa.alaska.gov/drb/retirement/index.html for additional information

Paid Leave & Other Benefits

• Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
• Eleven paid holidays a year
• Gym discounts at participating fitness providers in multiple locations throughout the state.

See http://doa.alaska.gov/drb/ghlb/employee/health/gymListing.html for additional information

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Describe your work experience using or analyzing financial accounting in 5-7 sentences.

02

Describe how you manage multiple priorities that have competing deadlines and work effectively under pressure and with interruptions.

03

Describe your experience in using Excel, how regularly you use it, and your comfort level with advanced data manipulation.

04

Describe why you believe you are the best candidate for this position.

05

I acknowledge I understand the education and/or experience being used to meet the minimum qualifications for this position must be adequately documented in this application in order to be considered.

• I acknowledge I understand this requirement

06

This position is flexibly staffed and may be filled at either the I or II level. Please indicate for which level(s) you would like to be considered.

• Audit and Review Analyst I
• Audit and Review Analyst II
• I would like to be considered at both the I and II levels.

Required Question

Agency State of Alaska

Address PO Box 110201

Juneau, Alaska, 99811

Phone (800) 587-0430 (Statewide toll-free number)
(907) 465-4095 (Juneau and out-of-state callers)

Website http://workplace.alaska.gov/