The Position
Contra Costa Health Services (CCHS) is the largest department of the Contra Costa County government, employing more than 5,000 Full-Time Equivalents. CCHS is an integrated system of health care services that cover health at every level : the individual, the family, and the community. For low-income and uninsured residents of Contra Costa County, CCHS is the safety net, providing medical services not available to them elsewhere. The Health Services Finance Division is the centralized accounting division with a dedicated accounting unit for each program operated by Contra Costa Health Services. With the responsibility of managing a budget in excess of four billion dollars, the Finance Division is seeking qualified candidates to perform complex accounting work for the Contra Costa Health Plan, Mental Health and Health Department Budget Units to fill three (3) vacancies located in Martinez.
The Health Services Reimbursement Accountant will be required to prepare and monitor the program budgets, oversee the preparation of monthly financial projections and statistical reporting, perform analysis of these reports, and direct or coordinate the work of other accounting staff. We value your expertise and commitment to professional growth. In recognition of specialized skills, candidates selected for this position who possess; A valid Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license issued by the State of California, Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Accountancy; A Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) certification issued by the Institute of Internal Auditors; A Certified Management Accountant (CMA) certification issued by the Institute of Management Accountants; or A Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) certification issued by the Association of Government Accountants) in good standing, may be eligible to receive a 5% differential on top of base salary.
We are looking for someone who :
- Is knowledgeable in Governmental and Fund accounting related to healthcare programs
- Is knowledgeable in Federal, State, and County auditing practices and methods
- Is knowledgeable in County finance and budgeting system
- Can analyze, interpret and apply Federal and State fiscal regulations to financial reports
- Is able to work independently, prioritize workloads and manage assignment deadlines
- Has a positive and solution-oriented attitude and a strong work ethic
- Is professional and able to work in a team environment
What you will typically be responsible for :
Preparing and monitoring the annual county budget for a Division of the Health Services Department which includes preparing appropriation and revenue adjustmentsAssessing current expenditure and revenue patterns and reporting these findings on a monthly basis to the Department Controller, Chief Financial Officer, and the Administration / Management section of assigned DivisionsSelecting, training, evaluating, and monitoring the performance of subordinate personnelManaging and supervising a staff of professional accountants and clerical staff in the performance of their various accounting dutiesReviewing and approving all contracts and grants, and inter / intradepartmental agreements for assigned Divisions, ensuring that generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) are applied and that all such agreements will pass any Internal or External AuditsProviding financial direction to Division Directors and Managers to ensure that Department, County, Federal, and State fiscal policies are strictly adhered to and that the Divisions / Grants are in compliance with any auditsKeeping management informed in a timely manner of any activities, problems, or policy decisions that need attentionTraining staff and Division Management regarding supplemental data required by Federal, State, or County Internal Audit to support Incoming Funds Grants or Interdepartmental AgreementsA few reasons you might love this job :
You will work in a dynamic work environment with people who are passionate about their work and focused on continuous improvement and innovationYou will have a support role in helping to provide medical care for the County's most vulnerable populationsYou will join a team of experienced and skilled finance staff executing well-defined fiscal operationsA few challenges you might face in this job :
You will need to be flexible and adaptable as Federal, State, and County fiscal regulations are constantly updatedYou will be required to work "off hours" to meet critical deadlines and to respond to emergent budget issuesYou will manage multiple and competing deadlines during the year-end close and budget development processCompetencies Required :
Analyzing & Interpreting Data : Drawing meaning and conclusions from quantitative or qualitative dataDelivering Results : Meeting organizational goals and customer expectations and making decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risksFact Finding : Obtaining facts and data pertaining to an issue or questionMathematical Facility : Performing computations and solving mathematical problemsLegal & Regulatory Navigation : Understanding, interpreting, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulationsUsing Technology : Working with electronic hardware and software applicationsAttention to Detail : Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work productsHandling Stress : Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversitySelf-Management : Showing personal organization, self-discipline, and dependabilityHandling & Resolving Conflict : Managing interpersonally strained situationsDelegating : Sharing responsibility, authority, and accountabilityManaging Performance : Ensuring superior individual and group performanceTeamwork : Collaborating with others to achieve shared goalsBusiness Process Analysis : Defining, assessing, and improving operational processes and workflowProject Management : Ensuring that projects are on-time, on-budget, and achieve their objectives