Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Finance Analyst (HCA/OOS #10118934)

Posting Details

This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.

This job posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

The New Mexico Health Care Authority (HCA) is a state agency that provides comprehensive, accessible, and high-quality health care services to New Mexico residents. The agency is responsible for managing key services such as Medicaid, SNAP, TANF, and LIHEAP, ensuring uninterrupted support and care for New Mexicans.

Our Vision

Every New Mexican has access to affordable health care coverage through a coordinated and seamless health care system.

Our Mission

We ensure that New Mexicans attain their highest level of health by providing whole-person, cost-effective, accessible, and high-quality health care and safety-net services.

Our Goals

Leverage purchasing power and partnerships to create innovative policies and models of comprehensive health care coverage that improve the health and well-being of New Mexicans and the workforce.

Achieve health equity by addressing poverty, discrimination, and lack of resources, building a New Mexico where everyone thrives.

Implement innovative technology and data-driven decision-making to provide unparalleled, convenient access to services and information.

Build the best team in state government by supporting employees' continuous growth and wellness.

Why does the job exist?

The Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Finance Analyst will:

Support financial analysis, expenditure tracking, reporting, and fiscal monitoring activities associated with the New Mexico Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program;

Work closely with the RHT Finance Director, Finance Manager, Program Management Office (PMO) staff, contractors, and external partners to support compliant and data-informed financial operations;

Support implementation of the RHT governance structure by assisting with financial data analysis, budget tracking, reporting support, and monitoring of funding utilization across the State's five RHT initiatives (1. Healthy Horizons 2. Rooted in New Mexico 3. Rural Health Innovation Fund 4. Bridge to Resilience and 5. Rural Health Data Hub).

How does it get done?

The Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Finance Analyst is responsible for:

Supporting financial analysis and fiscal monitoring for the Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program, including expenditure tracking, budget analysis, invoice reconciliation, reporting, and funding utilization monitoring;

Developing and maintain financial tracking tools, spreadsheets, dashboards, reports, and supporting documentation for federal funding management and program implementation;

Analyzing financial and operational data to support budget monitoring, forecasting, reporting, and executive decision-making;

Coordinating with the Finance Director, Finance Manager, PMO staff, contractors, subrecipients, and external stakeholders to support accurate financial documentation and compliance with CMS and State requirements;

Supporting audit readiness, reporting activities, financial summaries, analyses, and presentation materials related to the RHT Program portfolio.

Who are the customers?

Work is performed for the Health Care Authority (HCA), the RHT Program Management Office, CMS, contractors, sub-recipients, providers, state agencies, and program stakeholders to support financial analysis, reporting, and oversight of the Rural Health Transformation Program.

Ideal Candidate

Work is performed for the Health Care Authority (HCA), the RHT Program Management Office, CMS, contractors, sub-recipients, providers, state agencies, and program stakeholders to support financial analysis, reporting, and oversight of the Rural Health Transformation Program.

Minimum Qualification

Bachelor's Degree in accounting, economics, finance, or business administration and three (3) years of experience in accounting, finance, economics, and/or statistical analysis. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling seven (7) years may substitute for the required education and experience.

Employment Requirements

Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.

Must obtain a Defensive Driving Certificate.

Working Conditions

Work is primarily performed in an office setting with extensive use of a computer, phone, virtual meeting platforms, and Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) equipment. Position may require prolonged sitting, detailed review and analysis of financial data and reports, participation in virtual and in-person meetings, and occasional in-state travel for trainings or implementation activities.

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Agency Contact Information: Michelle Lucero, (505) 487-3642. Email

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Bargaining Unit Position

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.