68048531 - GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II

Government Operations Consultant II

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This is a highly professional financial consulting position requiring substantial financial, administrative, and operational knowledge to support the Agency's Medicaid State and Local Administration Programs.

The incumbent in this position performs a variety of financial plan development, financial reporting support and management duties independently and under the direct supervision of the unit manager. When needed, this position is expected to assist in accomplishing financial revenue management transactions and / or evaluation of financial documentation. A good attendance record is essential for any individual in this position as the work involved occurs daily and is time sensitive. The individual in this position is expected to report to work daily and on time.

The duties and functions of this Government Operations Consultant II position includes, but is not limited to, the following : Assists with the preparation of the quarterly expenditure reports, grants management and administration. Assists and supports the Unit's primary financial contact between the Florida State Medicaid Program and State and Federal auditors regarding Title XIX MAP Expenditure report. Completes the review and calculation of Title XIX and XXI Federal draw requests for processing. Completes the annual Title XIX MAP State Match Report. Collects and compiles the match data from the various state match sources. Reviews and responds to State Auditor inquiries concerning the State Match Reports. Collects data; compiles cost analyses; prepares cover letters, invoices and supporting documents; prepares and circulates invoice packages; and mails and emails approved invoices billing Florida's Agency for Persons with Disabilities and the Department of Children and Families for recoupment of the Agency's state share of Florida Medicaid Management Information System (FMMIS) related paid claims. Collects data as well as compiles and submits the annual Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA) report for Title XXI sub-awards. Coordinates, prepares and submits in the Federal Sub-Award Reporting System (FSRS). Collects data, compiles cost analyses, prepares pull-check memorandum and supporting documents, and prepares and circulates memorandum to appropriate staff. Compiles and prepares the annual Schedule of Expenditure of Federal Awards (SEFA) report. Compiles and submits the Incurred but Not Reported Survey (IBNRS) annual report for review and approval, compiles the supporting documentation, submits the annual report, and collects the data for submission. Compiles and prepares the Agency's Indirect Cost Allocation Plan and Public Assistance Cost Allocation Plan. Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits of Working for the State of Florida : Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. We offer an excellent array of benefits, including : Health insurance (i.e., individual and family coverage) to eligible employees; Life insurance : $25,000 policy is free plus option to purchase additional life insurance; Dental, vision and supplemental insurance; State of Florida retirement options, including employer contributions; Ability to earn up to 104 hours of paid annual leave as a new employee with the State of Florida; Ability to earn up to 104 hours of sick leave annually; Nine paid holidays and 1 personal holiday each year; Opportunities for career advancement; Tuition waivers (accepted by major Florida Colleges / universities); Student loan forgiveness opportunities (eligibility required); Training opportunities; Flexible Spending Accounts; Shared Savings Program for select medical services; Lower copays for prescription drugs; Health and Wellness discounts. For a more complete list of benefits, please visit https : / / www.mybenefits.myflorida.com / .

Knowledge of bookkeeping principles, practices, and procedures. Knowledge of basic arithmetic. Knowledge of office procedures and practices. Knowledge of basic filing practices. Knowledge of the principles, theories and concepts of government accounting and accounting systems. Ability to analyze and interpret complex financial data. Ability to utilize automated spreadsheet applications and web-based systems. Ability to prepare financial reports, workpapers and schedules. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to organize data into logical format for presentation in reports, documents, and other written materials. Ability to conduct fact-finding research. Ability to solve problems and make decisions. Ability to work independently.

Four (4) years or more of working in State financial services with at least one (1) year of federal grants reporting experience at a state government agency and two (2) years of professional work experience using Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint); or Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in accounting can substitute for four (4) years of financial services experience with one (1) year of professional work experience in accounting, auditing, or federal grants; or a combination of college or university course work and federal grants reporting experience; and two (2) years of professional work experience using Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint).

It is the policy of the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration that any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and, if applicable, also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S., and Chapter 408, F.S. No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency. Background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for State and Federal criminal records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and may include local criminal history checks through local law enforcement agencies.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and / or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Veterans' Preference. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.