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L.A. Care Health Plan

Financial Planning and Analysis Financial Analyst III

L.A. Care Health Plan, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079


Financial Planning and Analysis Financial Analyst III

Job Category: Accounting/FinanceDepartment: Finance ServicesLocation: Los Angeles, CA, US, 90017Position Type: Full TimeRequisition ID: 11711Salary 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.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.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 supports Division Chiefs and Directors on operational spending analysis. Responsibilities include preparing, consolidating, and analyzing budgets for L.A. Care Health Plan; including Operating Budget, Forecasts, Monthly Variance Reports, Strategic Reports, and Long Range Plans.Duties

Develop budget/forecast data models for projecting membership, estimating revenue and cost of healthcare expense categories, and calculating administrative costs.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.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.Provide training, recommend process improvements, and mentor junior level staff.Perform other duties as assigned.Education Required

Bachelor's Degree in Economics or Related Field. In lieu of degree, equivalent education and/or experience may be considered.Experience

Required:

At least 5 years of 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. 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.Physical Requirements

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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 ReimbursementRetirement PlansMedical, Dental and VisionWellness Program

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