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The APD Fiscal Analyst role involves supporting the modernization of the Illinois Medicaid Enterprise System through analytical and advisory services. The APD Fiscal Analyst supports the State of Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS) in the modernization of its Medicaid Enterprise by providing analytical, coordination, and advisory services across procurement strategy, independent government cost estimation, market research, and costing/price analysis.
Job Responsibility:
Manage, coordinate, and write APDs, including Planning, Implementation, Operational, As Needed, and Annual APDs
Develop, maintain, track, and report on APD activities and financials, including federal funding requests and contract amendments
Collaborate with client project teams and stakeholders to understand project scope, APD requirements, and business needs
Support the development of procurement strategies, including research of available products, services, suppliers, and evaluation of acquisition approaches
Collect, review, and analyze data to develop Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs) and perform cost benefit, costing, and price analysis
Conduct market research to evaluate suppliers, compare services and costs, and provide recommendations for procurement plans and strategies
Prepare and present analytical reports, findings, and recommendations to support decision-making throughout the procurement and APD lifecycle
Ensure all work products and deliverables meet technical, documentation, and quality standards
Participate in and/or facilitate engagement with CMS and other federal/state agencies to ensure collaborative working relationships and compliance with APD submission requirements
Manage client relationships and expectations, working regularly with key client leadership and serving as a primary point of contact for APD-related activities
Provide recommendations to the client on critical business and project decisions
Participate in meetings and communicate project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders, including the client and federal government
Support continuous improvement of processes, personnel, and organizational systems related to procurement, APD, and financial management
Review deliverables and processes for quality and completeness, ensuring all project-identified processes and methodologies are executed and followed
Develop and submit reports as needed to the client and federal government
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university in a related field, or four years of additional relevant experience in lieu of a degree
Minimum of 6 years’ experience in developing and applying analytic methodologies, including Medicaid Management Information System (MMIS) APD development and maintenance, federal grant or funding requests, or status reporting with a state or federal agency
Minimum of 6 years’ experience as a business analyst with, or consultant to, State Health Programs (e.g., Medicaid)
Minimum of 3 years’ experience supporting large, complex Medicaid system implementation projects and/or Medicaid business operations
Minimum of 3 years’ experience with elicitation and verification of business requirements
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), with expertise in MS Excel
Strong customer service attitude and effective oral and written communication skills
Ability to work independently or as part of a team, with a high degree of professionalism in deliverables and client interactions
Experience with cost benefit analysis and financial tracking/reporting
Ability to review deliverables and processes for quality and completeness
Nice to have:
Business Data Analytics Certificate, Cost Estimator/Analyst Certification, CPA License, or PMI Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or Project Management Professional (PMP)
Master’s degree in a related field
Understanding of State Medicaid Manual, 45 CFR 430, 610, 611, 612, State Medicaid Director’s Letters, and APD Submission Requirements
Three or more years’ experience working collaboratively with CMS State Representative or equivalent federal agency
Prior experience with Advance Planning Documents (APDs) and state procurement processes
Experience and skill in the development and maintenance of Microsoft Project schedules
Ability to communicate succinctly and accurately in written and verbal English
What we offer:
medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution
flexible spending or health savings account
life and AD&D insurance
short and long term disability coverage
paid time off
employee assistance
participation in a 401k program with company match