APD Fiscal Analyst

APD Fiscal Analyst

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We are currently seeking an APD Fiscal Analyst to join our team in Springfield, Illinois (US-IL), United States.

The APD Fiscal Analyst supports the State of Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS) in the modernization of its Medicaid Enterprise by providing analytical, coordination, and advisory services across procurement strategy, independent government cost estimation, market research, and costing / price analysis. This role collaborates with stakeholders to develop, track, and update Advanced Planning Documents (APDs) and associated deliverables, ensuring compliance with federal and state requirements. The APD Fiscal Analyst works closely with client leadership, project teams, and federal partners (such as CMS) to support business operations, funding requests, and project documentation for Medicaid programs.

The position is remote, with the possibility of up to 25% travel to the client location in Springfield, Illinois.

Duties Include :

• Manage, coordinate, and write APDs, including Planning, Implementation, Operational, As Needed, and Annual APDs.
• Develop, maintain, track, and report on APD activities and financials, including federal funding requests and contract amendments.
• Collaborate with client project teams and stakeholders to understand project scope, APD requirements, and business needs.
• Support the development of procurement strategies, including research of available products, services, suppliers, and evaluation of acquisition approaches.
• Collect, review, and analyze data to develop Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs) and perform cost benefit, costing, and price analysis.
• Conduct market research to evaluate suppliers, compare services and costs, and provide recommendations for procurement plans and strategies.
• Prepare and present analytical reports, findings, and recommendations to support decision-making throughout the procurement and APD lifecycle.
• Ensure all work products and deliverables meet technical, documentation, and quality standards.
• Participate in and / or facilitate engagement with CMS and other federal / state agencies to ensure collaborative working relationships and compliance with APD submission requirements.
• Manage client relationships and expectations, working regularly with key client leadership and serving as a primary point of contact for APD-related activities.
• Provide recommendations to the client on critical business and project decisions.
• Participate in meetings and communicate project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders, including the client and federal government.
• Support continuous improvement of processes, personnel, and organizational systems related to procurement, APD, and financial management.
• Review deliverables and processes for quality and completeness, ensuring all project-identified processes and methodologies are executed and followed.
• Develop and submit reports as needed to the client and federal government.

Mandatory Qualifications :

Preferred Experience / Qualifications :

Where required by law, NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for specific roles. The starting pay range for this remote role is $79,920- $120,000. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate's actual work location, relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and / or company performance.

This position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution, flexible spending or health savings account, life and AD&D insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally-required benefits.

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