Job Description

DEPARTMENT OF CHILD SAFETY


The Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) is a social and human services agency whose mission is to successfully partner with families, caregivers, and the community to strengthen families, ensure safety, and achieve permanency for all Arizona's children through prevention, services, and support.

Financial Officer

Job Location:


COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH PLAN

3003 N Central Ave Phoenix, AZ 85012


Posting Details:


Salary: $44.9520 HRLY/$93,500.16 Salary



Grade: 24



Closing Date: October 31, 2025


Job Summary:


Under the direction of the Assistant Director of the Department of Child Safety's Comprehensive Health Plan (DCS CHP), and in collaboration with the Assistant Director of DCS Finance and Accounting, the DCS CHP Chief Financial Officer leads the financial operations of the health plan. This position ensures adherence to established accounting principles, concepts, and practices pertinent to the assignment. This position serves as a financial technical advisor to the DCS CHP Assistant Director and other departmental programs, providing expert guidance on budgetary matters and financial strategies.



This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.



The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.



Job Duties:


Monitors the DCS CHP budget and provides strategic and tactical fiscal advice to leadership, helping to optimize resource allocation and financial planning. Leads capitation rate development and monitors quarterly and annual financial reports, reconciliations, budgets, and forecasts in alignment with DCS CHP's inter-governmental agreement with the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) and DCS CHP's agreement with its contracted Managed Care Organization (MCO). May be required to drive on state business. Implements and oversees internal financial controls ensuring all financial activities comply with regulatory requirements and best practices. Serves as a fiscal subject matter expert for the Department in all DCS CHP-related audits, including but not limited to annual financial audits, corrective action plans, and single audits, ensuring adherence to audit requirements and timely resolution of findings. Manage DCS CHP finance staff including daily direction, tasks and completion of deliverables. Other duties as assigned as related to the position. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):


Knowledge of:


Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and financial reporting standards Proven experience in financial operations and budgeting, particularly within a healthcare or government setting. Internal control structures and fiscal management Medicaid and child welfare federal and state regulations and applicable policies.

Skills in::


Use of automated accounting platforms and related applications Leadership and supervisory techniques Verbal and written communication Critical thinking and problem solving Organization and workload prioritization

Ability to:


Analyze and interpret financial data Effective communicate to internal and external audiences Navigate accounting and healthcare information systems Manage detail, complex concepts and problems Selective Preference(s):


Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license preferred or equivalent experience.


Pre-Employment Requirements:


Requires the possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver's license appropriate to the assignment. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records and must complete any driver training. Employees may be required to use their own transportation as well as maintain valid motor vehicle insurance and current Arizona vehicle registration.




The ability to secure and maintain clearance from the DCS Central Registry.



If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver's License Requirements.




All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).



Benefits:


The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:



Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans 10 paid holidays per year Vacation time accrued at 4:00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years Sick time accrued at 3:42 hours bi-weekly Deferred compensation plan Wellness plans

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.





Retirement:


Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.



Contact Us:


Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting 602-255-3141 or by email at ADA@AZDCS.GOV. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. Should you have any further questions regarding the interview process you can reach out to a member of our recruitment team at 602-255-2903 or by email at recruiting@azdcs.gov. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.