Senior Financial Analyst (PN 20014323)

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

12d • $31 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

The Ohio Department of Health is seeking to fill a Senior Financial Analyst position in the Office of Financial Affairs. This role will assist in processing federal revenue and administering fiscal aspects of assigned duties, and independently prepare and analyze a variety of financial statements. The Office of Financial Affairs assists in the establishment of Ohio Department of Health's (ODH) long- and short-range fiscal goals and objectives. The office provides the agency with the overall fiscal administration support through its various unit operations including accounting, purchasing, budgeting and grants administration. The office oversees the department's Compliance and Accountability Unit and biennial budget process; provides technical assistance to agency decision makers and provides daily monitoring and analysis of agency spending trends.

Requirements

• Option 1: 42 mos. exp. or 42 mos. trg. in accounting &/or finance to include an advanced level of experience in spreadsheet software.
• Option 2: Completion of undergraduate core program in business administration, accounting, finance or related field AND 18 mos. exp. or 18 mos. trg. in accounting &/or finance to include an advanced level of experience in spreadsheet software.
• Option 3: Completion of graduate core program in business administration, accounting, finance or related field AND 6 mos. exp. or 6 mos. trg. in accounting &/or finance to include an advanced level of experience in spreadsheet software.
• Option 4: 12 mos. exp. as Financial Analyst, 66562.
• Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
• Official educational transcripts are required for all post-high school educational accomplishments, coursework or degrees claimed on the application.
• Applicants will be required to submit an official transcript prior to receiving a formal offer of employment.
• Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) working days of being requested will cause the applicant to be eliminated from further consideration.
• Transcripts printed from the institution's website will not be accepted.
• ODH reserves the right to assess the academic credibility of an educational entity's award of a putative degree.
• Accounting and Finance Technical Skills: Accounting and Finance, Basic Documentation, Clerical & Data Entry
• Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Interpreting Data, Problem Solving, Analyzation

Nice To Haves

• Successful completion of the Fiscal Academy may be substituted for 4 mos. of required accounting/fiscal experience referenced in this portion of the minimum qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage and analyze financial data for federal and state grant programs to ensure accurate budgeting, reporting and fiscal compliance.
• Prepare, review and reconcile financial statements, accounting records, revenue reports and expenditure reports.
• Monitor grant budgets and funding sources to ensure expenditures are appropriate, funds are available and financial transactions are accurate.
• Prepare financial analysis, identify trends and variances, and recommend solutions to support sound fiscal decision-making.
• Review grants awards, contracts, budgets, invoices, and financial documents to ensure compliance with federal, state, and agency regulations.
• Process and reconcile accounting transactions, including journal entries, revenue deposits, cash management activities, reimbursements and fund transfers.
• Develop and maintain financial reports and dashboards using business intelligence and financial management systems.
• Provide fiscal guidance and technical assistance to program staff, grants recipients, and external partners regarding budgeting, grant management, and financial requirements.
• Collaborate with program managers, finance professionals, and external agencies to resolve financial issues and ensure effective grant administration.
• Research and interpret federal and state regulations, accounting standards and agency policies to ensure compliance and improve financial processes.
• Assist with audits, financial monitoring, and the preparation of required federal and state fiscal reports.
• Recommend process improvements, update fiscal procedures, and support the development of best practices for financial operations.
• Train and support agency staff and grant recipients on financial systems, policies, and grant reporting requirements.
• Contribute to annual budget planning, financial forecasting, and special fiscal projects.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree