Financial Planning and Analysis Financial Analyst III (Hybrid/Remote)

　　Job Category: Accounting/Finance

　　Department: Finance Services

　　Location:

　　Los Angeles, CA, US, 90017

　　Position Type: Full Time

　　Requisition ID: 9924

　　Salary Range: $88,854.00 (Min.) - $115,509.00 (Mid.) - $142,166.00 (Max.)

　　Established in 1997, L.A. Care Health Plan is an independent public agency created by the state of California to provide health coverage to low-income Los Angeles County residents. We are the nation’s largest publicly operated health plan. Serving more than 2 million members in five health plans, we make sure our members get the right care at the right place at the right time.

　　Mission: L.A. Care’s mission is to provide access to quality health care for Los Angeles County's vulnerable and low-income communities and residents and to support the safety net required to achieve that purpose.

　　Job Summary

　　The Financial Planning and Analysis Financial Analyst III is involved in the preparation of the annual budget and forecast. This position is a key contact for operating budget matters and will support Division Chiefs and Directors on operational spending analysis. This position will prepare, consolidate, and analyze budgets for L.A. Care Health Plan; including Operating Budget, Forecasts, Monthly Variance Reports, Strategic Reports and Long Range Plans. Other duties include assistance with financial statement analysis, preparing reports for presentation, and other ad hoc reports. The position will interact with members of the management team and other department staff to assist in the development of the annual budget/forecast.

　　Duties

　　Develop budget/ forecast data models (for projecting membership, estimating revenue and cost of healthcare expense categories, and calculating administrative costs). Consolidate revenue, cost of healthcare and administrative expenses. Compile annual budget book and narratives for approval by senior staff and governing bodies. Assist individual cost centers in developing the budget. Timely development of a manageable and reasonable budget.

　　Create, analyze, and disseminate variance reports to aid Senior Management with decision making. Support Division Chiefs and Directors on monitoring departmental spending and actual vs. budget variance analysis. Actively participate and lead assigned areas for the development of the budget, monthly and quarterly financial review, and long-range financial forecast based on expected operations and business conditions. Perform complex financial analysis of specific capital and extraordinary projects and make recommendations to management. Serve as a Finance liaison with other departments. Prepare and present staff reports and other necessary documents. Support and act as consultant to other departments and managers.

　　Perform other duties as assigned.

　　Duties Continued

　　Education Required

　　Bachelor's Degree in Economics or Related Field

　　In lieu of degree, equivalent education and/or experience may be considered.

　　Education Preferred

　　Experience

　　Required:

　　At least 5 years experience analyzing data in a financial context.

　　Experience with financial data for Medi-Cal population.

　　Preferred:

　　Previous experience in accounting, budgeting and forecasting is a strong plus.

　　Skills

　　Required:

　　Extensive knowledge and demonstrated ability to analyze complex issues and present findings and recommendations to senior management in a logical and understandable manner.

　　Excellent analytical, organizational, and presentation skills.

　　Superior attention to detail

　　Strong understanding of GAAP and Finance Concepts.

　　Understanding of accruals, operating costs vs. capital costs

　　Advanced/Expert skills in Excel on V-Lookup and pivot tables.

　　Proficient in SharePoint maintenance.

　　Ability to multitask and meet constant deadlines.

　　Proven ability to work effectively with others in a team-oriented environment.

　　Preferred:

　　SQL skills and budget system development skills.

　　Licenses/Certifications Required

　　Licenses/Certifications Preferred

　　Required Training

　　Physical Requirements

　　Light

　　Additional Information

　　Salary Range Disclaimer: The expected pay range is based on many factors such as geography, experience, education, and the market. The range is subject to change.

　　L.A. Care offers a wide range of benefits including

　　Paid Time Off (PTO)

　　Tuition Reimbursement

　　Retirement Plans

　　Medical, Dental and Vision

　　Wellness Program

　　Volunteer Time Off (VTO)