Financial Analyst 9-P11

State of Michigan•Lansing, MI

21h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) is seeking an individual to work in public service as a Budget Analyst in the Office of Financial and Administrative Services. This position is an opportunity to build a lifelong career doing work that truly matters - helping to protect consumers and maintain public confidence in Michigan’s insurance and financial services industries. The right candidate will have a significant role in the Office of Financial and Administrative Services as a Budget Analyst for budget and financial reporting. As part of a collaborative team, you will help ensure that all budget and financial reports are accurate and compliant with state and federal requirements. Responsibilities include assisting with budget development, monitoring development schedules, preparing required reports, and tracking relevant legislation. You will also support efforts to review and improve processes that enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Requirements

Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major with at least 12 semester (18 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: accounting, finance, or economics.
Financial Analyst 9: No specific type or amount is required.
Financial Analyst 10: One year of professional experience providing a systematic review, analysis, interpretation, and/or evaluation of budgets, mortgages, loans, or other financial data, equivalent to a Financial Analyst 9.
Financial Analyst P11: Two years of professional experience providing a systematic review, analysis, interpretation, and/or evaluation of budgets, mortgages, loans, or other financial data, equivalent to a Financial Analyst, including one year equivalent to a Financial Analyst 10.
College credits may be substituted on a proportional basis (one year of college education may substitute for one quarter of the required experience) for up to one half of the required experience.

Nice To Haves

The drive to serve the people of the State of Michigan and make a difference in an important role that supports Michigan individuals and businesses.
The ability to thrive in a dynamic, collaborative, and high-tech environment while demonstrating sound professional judgement and decision-making.
A curious and analytical mind capable of analyzing complex statutes, policy forms, and converting this information into an easy to understand, consumer friendly format.
The ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively both orally and in writing.
The desire to work closely with colleagues and management to solve problems.
The ability to work well both independently and within a team.
Experience developing, reviewing, and analyzing budget and financial data.
An interest in helping others
Wants to learn and grow as a professional
Wants to enjoy all the exciting things life in Michigan has to offer.

Responsibilities

Assisting with budget development
Monitoring development schedules
Preparing required reports
Tracking relevant legislation
Review and improve processes that enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness