Financial Analyst III, DHHS

The Utah Department of Health Human Services is seeking an experienced Financial Analyst III to join its Finance Administration team. This role supports the Juvenile Justice Youth Services Division within the Department of Health and Human services. Day-to-day responsibilities of this position: Manage accounting or budget activities and provide fiscal information as needed.

Monitor agency or program budget expenditures, including tracking recurring payments and identifying expenditure trends. Coordinate and/or manage support services such as telecommunications, motor pool, physical security, facility and grounds, mail processing, equipment relocation, warehouse storage, etc. Meet and confer with management, users, and contract providers to resolve problems and coordinate services.

Guide support facility staff with purchasing and promote adherence to state purchasing and finance policies as well as vendor and provider contracts. Provide fiscal and administrative support to programs and staff. Approve financial transactions in various state finance systems. Review transactions for accuracy and appropriate documentation.

Oversee and approve purchasing card process for staff, ensuring smooth, timely and accurate payment Review customer/provider billings for accuracy; approval process payments, changes and refunds. Work with other state agencies reviewing, approving and processing payments and issues. Review expenditures to ensure accuracy and timeliness of payments.

Provide fiscal information when requested. Research and ensure compliance with applicable federal and/or state laws, regulations, and/or agency rules, standards and guidelines. Write, review and/or negotiate grants, contracts and/or agreements.