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Principal Cost Analyst

Hybrid

Recruitment # 260107-6328AR-100

Location Hartford, CT

Date Opened 1/9/2026 3:00:00 PM

Salary $99,570* - $127,418/year (*New State Employees start at the minimum of the salary range)

Job Type Open to the Public

Close Date 1/20/2026 11:59:00 PM

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+ Introduction

Do you have experience in technical work in cost accounting or fiscal management ? Are you looking for an opportunity to make an impact? Then look no further than this opportunity to join our team!

At the State of Connecticut (https://portal.ct.gov/) , Department of Social Services ( DSS (https://www.connect.ct.gov/access/jsp/access/Home.jsp) ), we are recruiting for an anticipated opening for a Principal Cost Analyst (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=6328AR&R1=&R3=) role to join our Division of Health Services in the Reimbursement Con Rate Setting Unit, located at 55 Farmington Avenue, Hartford, CT 06105.

As A Principal Cost Analyst (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=6328AR&R1=&R3=) with DSS

This position will support the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) project that DSS is responsible for implementing. DSS is the overall lead agency for RHTP. This position is responsible for the development and implementation of Medicaid reimbursement methodologies that support RHTP projects. Proficiency in Medicaid reimbursement, especially in one or more of the following: value-based payment methods, hospital reimbursement, and fee for service. Successful candidates will be required to consult with health care facilities, members of the state legislature, and state leadership regarding Medicaid payment.

Position Highlights:

+ This position is durational and will terminate at the end of the RHTP grant spending period (September 30, 2030, but depending on available RHTP funds and business needs, may be extended by up to 12 months, no later than September 30, 2031), unless funding for this position ends sooner.

+ This position is full-time, 40 hours per week; Monday - Friday.

+ This is a hybrid role consistent with the State of CT Telework Policy (https://portal.ct.gov/-/media/opm/olr/notices/telework-award122721.pdf#page=27) .

+ The primary location for this position is Hartford, CT but travel (in-state) may be required, milage reimbursed.

What’s In It For You:

+ Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/jobs/?b=Benefits) page!

+ Professional growth and development opportunities.

+ A healthy work/life balance (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6n9M1Qd5fo) to all employees.

+ The State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service. Click here (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service) for more information.

We hope you take this opportunity to continue your career and make an impaCT!

Selection Plan

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:

Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Toolkit (https://jobapscloud.com/CT/jobs/?b=KIT) for additional support throughout the recruitment process.

BEFORE YOU APPLY:

+ Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.

+ Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.

+ Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69 (https://www.cga.ct.gov/2021/act/pa/pdf/2021PA-00069-R00SB-00056-PA.pdf) , resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.

+ Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.

+ Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing [email protected].

+ Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.

+ Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

AFTER YOU APPLY:

+ Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).

+ Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!

+ Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.

+ The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.

+ Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.

QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:

Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Ethan Ives at [email protected] .

Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Connecticut Lottery Corporation, Departments of Children and Families, Developmental Services, Mental Health and Addiction Services, Social Services and Office of the State Comptroller this class is accountable for acting as a working supervisor over a team of technical personnel engaged in cost analysis or for independently performing highly complex cost analysis work.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

+ Plans unit workflow and determines priorities;

+ Schedules, assigns, oversees and reviews work;

+ Establishes and maintains unit procedures;

+ Provides staff training and assistance;

+ Conducts or assists in conducting performance evaluations;

+ Acts as liaison with operating units, agencies and outside officials regarding unit policies and procedures;

+ May make recommendations on policies or standards;

+ May prepare reports and correspondence;

+ Performs related duties as required.

DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES:

+ Monitors a team of accountants engaged in cost analysis work of determining per diem rates of reimbursement for Medicaid supported patients or carries out such responsibilities directly;

+ Consults with and advises administrators of facilities in preparation and presentation of financial and cost finding reports;

+ Analyzes and interprets cost reports and recommended reimbursement rates to administrators;

+ Attends and participates in appeals hearings for purpose of performing continuous evaluation of cost trends by analyzing facility expenditures and/or adjustments of expenditures in terms of need, policies, financial objectives and legal requirements and recommends appropriate action;

+ Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

+ Considerable knowledge of

+ principles and practices of business administration;

+ principles and techniques of health care budgeting, budget control and cost accounting;

+ Knowledge of research techniques and statistical principles and procedures;

+ Considerable

+ interpersonal skills;

+ oral and written communication skills;

+ Considerable ability to interpret costing and reporting regulations;

+ Ability to utilize computer software;

+ Supervisory ability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Eight (8) years of experience in technical work in cost accounting or fiscal management.

NOTE: Fiscal management is defined as professional accounting or auditing work with responsibility for the review and recommendation of financial policies and procedures of a business organization.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

One (1) year of the General Experience must have been in an advanced professional capacity recommending cost funding policies in a medical, intergovernmental or quasi-public setting.

NOTE: For state employees experience in an advanced professional capacity is interpreted at the level of an Associate Accountant. Intergovernmental is defined as interactions between a state government and the federal government or within or between state government(s).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

+ College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.

+ A Master's degree in accounting, business administration or hospital administration may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

+ Certification as a Certified Public Accountant may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

+ Experience in fiscal analysis, cost reporting, ability to synthesize complex financial data and to clearly and effectively convey information both verbally and in writing, listen actively, and adapt communication style to different situations.

+ Experience independently performing highly complex cost, financial analysis functions for calculating Medicaid reimbursement methods.

+ Experience analyzing claims data, provider financial data, and cost reports.

+ Experience with interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.

+ Experience interpreting and applying federal and state laws and regulations.

+ Experience with Medicaid payment and financing policy, including: fee -for-service, global / bundled payment methods, value-based payments, care transformation, hospital reimbursements .

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

CONNECTICUT LOTTERY CORPORATION: Incumbents must obtain an occupational license in accordance with Section 12-802a of the Connecticut General Statutes.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

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