Fiscal Analyst

State of Indiana•Indianapolis, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Fiscal Analyst works for the Indiana State Budget Agency (ISBA), which supports the Governor and General Assembly through revenue forecasting, budget development, fiscal analysis, budget management, and financial management policies. The analyst reviews and responds to budgetary inquiries from state agencies, institutions, commissions, and related entities, and may prepare written research and policy analysis for the Governor, Budget Director, Office of Management and Budget Director, and Legislative Caucuses. The role requires time management, critical thinking, sound judgment, and the ability to make rational, fiscally responsible recommendations. Workload demands increase during legislative sessions, and some assignments involve complex research, data analysis, and impact projections. The position is onsite at the Indiana Government Center in Indianapolis, Indiana. The salary traditionally starts at $67,314 annually and may be commensurate with education and job experience. A degree is not required; at least five years of relevant experience may be considered. The role may provide direct supervision for one or more staff members.

Requirements

General knowledge of the budgetary process, State accounting principles and procedures, and state and federal rules and regulations.
Knowledge of state government structure, administrative procedures, and the legislative process.
Analytical and quantitative skills applying knowledge of finance, accounting, statistics, and economics.
Broad knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost-control principles, including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
Experience analyzing fiscal trends, understanding variances, projecting expenditures and revenues, and adjusting budgets to address shortfalls and optimize fiscal resources.
Introductory knowledge of agency missions, programs, and administrative policies.
Adequate computer skills in Microsoft Office products, such as Excel, Word, and Access.
Ability to solve complex financial problems.
Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Additional experience with statistical products is preferred.
A degree is not required; at least five or more years of experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.

Responsibilities

Cultivate and maintain collaborative working relationships with state agency directors, deputy directors, financial staff, and program staff to identify funding needs, develop resolutions, and build strategic plans to improve funding requests and performance metrics.
Field questions, provide guidance and resources, and respond to information requests from internal customers and other state agencies regarding assigned funds and grant projects.
Research, develop, prepare, and analyze state and federal financial status reports as required by statute, related to assigned divisions, or assigned by management.
Collaborate with budget analysts and Division Directors to review state and federal assistance requested by agencies.
Work with budget agency staff to resolve grant issues involving applications, management, and reconciliation.
Conduct budget analysis and advise division leaders on fiscal matters related to operating, dedicated, and federal funds.
Review and analyze agency-submitted biennial budget requests for compliance with Budget Agency policies and state standards.
Assist assigned agencies in preparing biennial budget requests and respond to Budget Committee requests regarding those budgets.
Prepare annual and biennial budget recommendations for the Budget Director.
Prepare final budget recommendations approved by the Budget Committee for inclusion in the Budget Report and introduced budget bill.
Monitor agency expenditures throughout the year, review and approve appropriate fiscal transactions, and evaluate and make recommendations on requests to deviate from approved budget plans.
Research and prepare activities related to state and federal funding within assigned divisions, ensuring compliance with regulations and financial management circulars.
Investigate and resolve budget errors related to state and federal funding, e-procurement, project costing, funding sources, and other financial transactions.
Track bills through the legislative process and determine the fiscal and policy impact of new legislation.

Benefits

Three medical plan options, including prescription coverage, as well as vision and dental plans.
Wellness Rewards Program with gift card rewards for completing wellness activities.
Health savings account with bi-weekly state contributions.
Deferred compensation 457(b) account with employer match.
Two fully funded pension plan options.
Leave policies including 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers.
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave.
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave.
12 paid holidays, or 14 in election years.
Education Reimbursement Program.
Group life insurance.
Referral Bonus program.
Employee assistance program with covered behavioral health visits.
Eligibility as a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Free parking for most positions.
Free LinkedIn Learning access.