Financial Analyst III, DHHS

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute monthly financial forecasts and recurring financial reports for leadership and regional teams.
• Conduct monthly and quarterly financial reconciliation and ensure accuracy across funds, transactions, and payroll adjustments.
• Review, submit and approve financial transactions while ensuring compliance with agency coding policies and supporting internal controls.
• Manage shared expense allocations, support year-end financial processes, and maintain accurate financial coding across teams.
• Oversee routine operational needs such as report distribution, software license tracking, monthly allocations and backup approval duties.
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting.
• Perform other related financial or administrative duties assigned to support agency needs.

Qualifications

• 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.
• The ability to communicate professionally in both written and verbal forms.

About The Role

This is a Financial Analyst III position in the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). This position responsibility may include federal funds tracking, fiscal note tracking, and coordination with department offices and Divisions of Finance & Administration submission and monitoring, present and defend practices, interpret reports and fiscal information; resolve, reconcile, and adjust for conditions; participate in developing, modifying, or enhancing appropriate fiscal procedures and practices; develop and interpret financial reports; research financial problem areas; and exercise decision making in recording and analyzing financial data.

Location – 288 North 1460 West Salt Lake City, Utah, 84116 United States

Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.

Drug Test Required – No

Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Benefits

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here.

Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.