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State of Colorado ARPA Accountant in Denver, Colorado
ARPA Accountant
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ARPA Accountant
Salary
$78,840.00 - $102,492.00 Annually
Location
Denver, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
UHA 05604 ARPA Acct III 04.24
Department
Department of Health Care Policy and Financing
Division
Finance Office
Opening Date
04/23/2024
Closing Date
5/10/2024 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address
303 E. 17TH Avenue
FLSA Status
Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
Department Contact Information
Martina Olague - martina.olague@state.co.us (ARPA Talent Acquisition and Operations Specialist)
Description
Benefits
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Department Information
STATE OF COLORADO RESIDENCY REQUIRED AT TIME OF APPLICATION
NOTE: This announcement may be used to fill multiple openings.
This position is term-limited through March 31, 2025
The Department of Health Care Policy & Financing (HCPF) oversees and operates Health First Colorado (Colorado's Medicaid Program), Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+), and other state public health programs for qualified Coloradans. Our mission is to improve health care equity, access and outcomes for the people we serve while saving Coloradans money on health care and driving value for Colorado.
We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
As part of the State of Colorado, HCPF offers a competitive benefits package: (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-of-colorado-employee-benefits)
PERA retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan, PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus 401K and 457 plans
Medical (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-employee-benefits/medical-benefits) , Dental (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-employee-benefits/dental-insurance) , and Vision (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-employee-benefits/vision-insurance) insurance coverage
Automatic Short-Term and Optional Long-Term Disability Coverage (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-employee-benefits/disability-insurance)
Life and AD&D Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-employee-benefits/flexible-spending-accounts) (FSAs)
Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/time-off-leave/family-medical-leave-act-fmla) job protection and State of Colorado Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML)
11 Paid Holidays Annually and Accrued Annual and Sick Leave (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/time-off-leave)
Accrued Sick Leave for State of Colorado Temporary Employees
Flexplace and Flextime work arrangements
Variety of discounts on services and products available through the State of Colorado's Work-Life Employment Discount Program
Free RTD EcoPass (https://www.rtd-denver.com/fares-passes/ecopass) to all eligible State Employees
Credit Union of Colorado (https://www.cuofco.org/credit-union-colorado-membership-eligibility) Membership Eligibility
Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/student-loan-forgiveness-programs . https://dhr.colorado.gov/dhr-resources/student-loan-forgiveness-programs .
This position was created by federal legislation under H.R. 1319.
The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) of 2021.
Upon successful completion of the term limited period, a retention payment will be paid out.
This position can work fully remotely from anywhere in the State of Colorado.
Please note - equipment provisioning and certain onboarding tasks will take place in person, in our downtown Denver office, on the first day of employment.
We are looking for anARPA Accountant to join our HCPF Finance Office, Controller Division - State and Grants Unit team!
The Finance Office consists of the Chief Financial Officer, the Budget Division, Controller Division, Managed Care and Payment Reform Division, Fee for Service Division, Special Financing Division, Audits Division and Procurement Division. The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is accountable for the financial and risk management operations of the Department, and oversees control systems that report financial results and maintain Department compliance. The CFO is responsible for the Department's financial data and reporting, and its use of data analytics to define value and measure quality with regard to Department operations. The CFO develops the Department's financial and operational strategy, and generates actionable analytics tied to that strategy.
This position is an Accountant for the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA.) This position exists to monitor and report expenses and revenues, and to reconcile the expenditures and the revenues to the spending plan amounts, and ensure we spend all amounts appropriately on allowable expenses from the spending plan. The ARPA accountant will ensure the State of Colorado complies with all Federal and State regulations. This position monitors the enhanced Medicaid ARPA funding. Since the enhanced Medicaid funding and ARPA are closely tied together, and the ARPA enhanced spending is connected and intertwined together with the CMS 64 report, this position must understand the reporting for Medicaid and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) 64 reporting and how the , and how ARPA is included in the report as an additional 10% of the overall spending for specific lines only. This position will be responsible for reporting the additional funding received through the Medicaid CMS 64 report to management, the Office of the State Controller (OSC) and the Governor’s office at least quarterly and on demand as needed. The ARPA Accountant will also manage the spending plan associated with the ARPA requirements to ensure all funding is spent on the approved spending and we spend the correct amount according to the spending plan. The ARPA Accountant will work closely with budget to ensure the spending is handled according to the rules and regulations, and ensure the expenditures receive the correct reimbursement percentage, and all funds.
Description of Job
As the Accountant, what will you do?
Collects, compiles, computes, audits and consolidates financial expenditure and revenue data from the statewide accounting system (CORE), the MMIS system database (BIDM) and compiles the data using (COGNOS) the reporting application for BIDM , and from other sources within the department to report the ARPA enhanced funding and revenue within the CMS-64 report.
Prepares, reconciles, and submits the report in electronic or the requested format to management, OSC or the federal government (Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services – CMS) as requested.
Develops all supporting work papers, maintaining an audit trail of the data and producing an electronic or digital copy of the report provided and a record of who requested the information.
Serves as the point of contact for all inquiries related to ARPA funding.
Defends the agency’s position on why expenditures are incurred, why they are reported as they are and why expenditures are appropriate. Reviews financial information in the statewide accounting system (CORE) and the interchange (iC) data from BIDM for the Medicaid program and other department programs.
Researches the need for correcting journal entries and prepares the supporting documentation for the entry including the appropriate accounting coding strings and amounts to be adjusted.
Works in coordination with the Cash Management Accountant and the CMS 64 Accountants to ensure that reported expenditures and Federal cash draws are reconciled on a quarterly basis.
Monitors and reconciles HealthCare Policy and Financing’s spending plan for ARPA. For each dollar the State of Colorado saves, the dollar goes into a specific spending plan which will be spent for approved purposes.
Provides a reconciled quarterly report for the amount spent for ARPA, the amount in the spending plan and the correct reimbursement rates based on the time frame.
Tracks the submission of all reports and data sent.
Ensures departmental compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, state fiscal procedures, state fiscal rules, federal regulations, and other regulatory directives in reporting.
Responsible for reconciliation of Medicaid expenditures processed in Interchange and CORE and reported on the CMS 64 report that is available in the Business Intelligence & Data Management database (BIDM) for the lines and codes that include ARPA funding.
Responsible for reconciling expenditures on the quarterly CMS 64 report to the draws on Payment Management System (PMS), which can be matched to the ARPA funding codes.
Compiles data each quarter from each the accounting and/or reporting systems and compares the data to the appropriate sub-system to ensure all data is captured in the reporting for the ARPA funding, and only appropriate data is reported, including the dates of the ARPA funding and the enhanced funding is only within the valid dates for ARPA.
Researches variances and makes necessary corrections or requests reclassification adjustments when necessary from appropriation accountants, or Federal and State Grant Section
Processes final adjusting transactions to reconcile with the PMS cash systems to finalize the grant quarterly and after the grant year-end for all ARPA lines and coding.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Job Classification:
H8A3XX - Accountant III (https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BwUD9Bt4G-21UlpqdF82WGg5elk/view?resourcekey=0-EvJRYMjdcPVijH80Aym2KQ)
Experience Only:
Eight (8) years of professional accounting experience
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in accounting, AND f our years of professional accounting experience.
Substitutions:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution which included 27 semester hours of accounting or auditing coursework will substitute for the degree requirement.
Additional appropriate experience will substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.
Current, valid licensure as a CPA by the Colorado Board of Accountancy will substitute for the degree requirement and two years of professional accounting experience.
Additional appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. (1 year for Masters, 2 years for JD, PhD, etc.)
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working in state or local government.
Experience working with CORE and info Advantage.
Accounting Principles: Knowledge of theory, principles, and practices of accounting
Fiscal Rules and Regulations: Knowledge of state & federal fiscal rules and regulations
MS Excel: ability to do vertical lookups, pivot tables and data analysis within excel.
Excellent organizational skills: the ability to set, track, and accomplish priorities, goals, and timetables to achieve maximum productivity, and always knowing the status of activities.
Critical thinking: ability and motivation to develop solutions to complex, interpersonal, process, and systemic challenges
Detailed financial audit work where processes are followed. This includes being able to follow processes through multiple steps.
Ability to analyze processes and implement improvemen ts or process automation
Skills, qualities, and attributes that will lead to success in this role include:
Exceptional communication skills
Outstanding analytical and problem-solving abilities
Committed
Dynamic
Flexible
DEFINITION OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Work that involves exercising discretion, analytical skill, judgment, personal accountability, and responsibility for creating, developing, integrating, applying, and sharing an organized body of knowledge that characteristically is uniquely acquired through an intense education or training regimen at a recognized college or university; equivalent to the curriculum requirements for a bachelor's or higher degree with major study in or pertinent to the specialized field; and continuously studied to explore, extend, and use additional discoveries, interpretations, and application and to improve data, materials, equipment, applications and methods.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
All positions at HCPF are security sensitive positions and require that the individuals undergo a criminal record background check as a condition of employment.
Employees who have been disciplinary terminated, resigned in lieu of disciplinary termination, or negotiated their termination from the State of Colorado must disclose this information on the application.
This is a term-limited position with funding through 03/31/2025. Successful candidates will sign a Waiver of Retention Rights and normal personnel rules regarding retention will not apply.
APPEAL RIGHTS:
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email ( dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us ), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.
For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov ; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.
Supplemental Information
How to Apply (https://careers.colorado.gov/how-to-apply) (PLEASE READ CAREFULLY)
Please note that ONLY your State of Colorado job application will be reviewed during the initial screening; if you submit a resume and cover letter, they will be reviewed in later stages of the selection process. Therefore, it is paramount that you clearly describe all your relevant experience on the application itself. Applications left blank or marked "SEE RESUME" will not be considered. Your application will be reviewed against the minimum qualifications for the position. If your application demonstrates that you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be invited to the comparative analysis process, which is described below.
Comparative Analysis Process
The comparative analysis process will consist primarily of a review of applications against the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position. Applications will be reviewed in comparison to all others in the applicant pool in order to identify a top group of candidates who may be invited for a final interview. Depending on the size of the applicant pool, additional selection processes may be utilized to identify a top group of candidates. Applicants will be notified of their status via email. Failure to submit properly completed documents by the closing date will result in your application being rejected.
ADAAA Accommodations : The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
The Department of Health Care Policy & Financing is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Virginia Miller, at virginia.miller@state.co.us (debra.becerra@state.co.us) .
The Department of Health Care Policy & Financing does not offer sponsored visas for employment purposes.
Online applications are preferred. However, you may submit a paper application to: HCPF, Attn: HR, 303 E. 17th Ave, Denver, CO 80203 - PAPER APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY CLOSING DATE LISTED ON JOB POSTING.
The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits
Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.
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All HCPF positions are security-sensitive positions and require potential employees to undergo a criminal record background check. As a condition of employment, you will be required to submit to pre-employment screening if offered the position. Are you willing to meet this requirement?
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Do you understand that this is a term-limited position with funding through 03/31/2025
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Former state employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application. In the space below, please provide an explanation as to why the prior termination or resignation should NOT disqualify your application from the current position. Otherwise, please list N/A.
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List any additional relevant experience you would like us to consider in determining if you meet the qualifications of this position. Please, include the months and years relevant to the experience you describe
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