Senior Financial Analyst

If you are a current State of Maine employee, you must complete your application through the internal application process (Find Jobs Report). Please apply using your PRISM account. If you are on Seasonal Leave and do not have access to PRISM, contact your local Human Resources representative for application information. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Public Service Coordinator II Opening Date: January 15, 2026 Closing Date: January 29, 2026 Job Class Code: CA30 Grade: 30 (Confidential) Salary: $71,843.20 - $101,587.20 per year Position Number: 02000-3237 Location: We have an anticipated vacancy in Augusta Core Responsibilities: As a Senior Financial Analyst, you will: Apply your professional financial, statistical and programmatic knowledge and analytical skills to a wide variety of DHHS analytic/financial initiatives. Interpret policy, operational, clinical and financial analytic/reporting. Translate outcomes into supporting analysis for fiscal impact forecasts, budgets, utilization and/or actual fiscal outcomes. Assist with troubleshooting and evaluating work program, budget, and finance related issues. Work both individually and as part of multi-discipline teams on projects varying in size and scope from short-term ad-hoc requests to long-term strategic initiatives to validation of application system upgrades, updates and conversions while collaborating with DHHS offices and the Department of Administrative and Financial Services. Collect and analyze financial, utilization, health care and quality data; preparing reports, analyses, and forecasts in support of, operational and budgetary initiatives; and general ledger and transactional claims reconciliations. Assist in validating and maintaining integrity of data within and extracted from our data systems. Research and analyze internal and external data and monitor macro-level trends to inform decision-making. Work with and manage teams from across the department so as to improve financial outcomes and operational efficiency. Minimum Qualifications: In order to qualify, you must have an eight (8) year combination of education and/or experience which includes a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Statistics, Mathematics or a closely related field -AND- four (4) years of responsible experience in accounting, cost, budget and/or financial analysis. Directly related professional experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis. Prior experience in analyzing Medicaid financial or program data is preferred. The background of well-qualified candidates will demonstrate the following competencies: 1. A demonstrated ability to obtain, synthesize and integrate a broad range of data (financial and/or programmatic) from multiple sources for use in analytic/financial reporting initiatives. 2. Knowledge of finance and/or standard operational business processes. 3. A history of utilizing data and statistical analysis to test, challenge and defend assumptions. Experience with large scale ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) and data warehouses is preferred. 4. Advanced technical skills in the use of spreadsheets (pivot tables, functions, macros/VB script, etc.), database query/reporting methodologies and statistical analysis skill sets. 5. Prior experience with Business Intelligence and/or Analytic software suite is preferred (i.e. SQL Server SSRS/SSAS, Cognos BI, Business Object, SAS, SPSS, etc.). Thinking about applying? Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If youre currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your experience and passion set you apart. Agency information: The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers. The Office of Financial Management within the Commissioners Office is responsible for the oversight and management of a $7.4 billion budget. Application Information: For additional information about this position, please contact Lauren Metayer at Lauren.Metayer@Maine.gov To apply, please upload a current resume and cover letter addressing each of the five competency areas identified in the Requirements Section, and copies of post-secondary transcripts postmarked on or before the closing date. Please submit all documents or files in PDF or Word format. To request a paper application, please contact Mandy.Hernandez@Maine.gov Benefits of working for the State of Maine: No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto"Dirigo" or "I lead"as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including: Work-Life Fit Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. Health Insurance Coverage The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($12,845.82 - $15,112.76 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State. Health Insurance Premium Credit Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements. Dental Insurance The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($395.72 annual value). Retirement Plan The State contributes the equivalent of 18.91% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS). Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a childincluding fathers and adoptive parentsreceive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act. State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness. Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time. There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. If youre looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, wed love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. . If you are unable to complete the online application, please contact the Human Resources representative listed on the job opening you are interested in applying for. They will work with you for an alternative method of submitting. 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