Senior Financial Analyst (2 positions)

What You'll Do

Ohio Department of Public Safety - Director's Office/Fiscal Services

Report in location: 1970 West Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43223

Work hours: 7:30am - 4:30pm

Perks of Working for the Ohio Department of Public Safety

• Multiple pay increases over your first years of service!
• Free Parking!
• Free Onsite Gym and Walking Path!
• Daycare On-site!
• Cafeteria On-site!
  
  

These positions may work in: Grant Support Services or Fiscal Section 5

Independently Or As a Lead Worker Research & Analyze Complex Information To Resolve Errors, Modify Data, &/or Determine Appropriate Action Within Assigned Area

• Monitor & ensure compliance with the Ohio Revised Code (ORC), Ohio Administrative Code (OAC), federal regulations, & Ohio Department of Public Safety (ODPS) policies;
• Audit & process financial transactions including vender payments, payroll, travel, refunds, etc.; Serve as liaison with Ohio Shared Services to troubleshoot any financial issues, questions, & communications; Analyze & resolve errors & out of balance conditions; Audit accounts to ensure sufficient funds have been encumbered or debited;
• Maintain fiscal controls & ensure accurate distribution & reconciliation of revenue & expenditures;
• Gather data & assist in the preparation of federal reports; Coordinate & prepare cash draw-downs;
• Utilize various financial systems & software (e.g., Ohio Administrative Knowledge System (OAKS), Business Intelligence (BI), Excel, federal grant systems, BASS, etc.) to analyze, & maintain routine & specialized reports;
• Provide training & work direction to financial analysts regarding functions in assigned area;
• Assist in updating fiscal policy &/or make recommendations for appropriate changes;
• Assist with the preparation of data (e.g., personnel service expenditures, overtime utilization, maintenance & equipment requirements);
• Reconcile data across multiple platforms including grant management systems, banking portals, internal databases, etc.;
• Support agency specific system testing & enhancements to comply with ORC changes &/or to improve fiscal efficiency & accuracy;
• Prepare financial reports & reimbursements internal & external stakeholders, including state &/or federal agencies;
• Utilize Ohio Administrative Knowledge System (OAKS) to enter & update accounts accordingly;
• Perform debt collection process by determining late payments & sending notices, creating payment schedules & certifying unpaid invoices to Attorney General's Office;
• Represent section & attend meetings with internal business units, other state agencies, vendors, banks, or other internal/external customers;
• Assist other fiscal staff & management with routine &/or special projects & training;
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial information & ensure compliance with all applicable standards;
• Initiate &/or respond to external customers & internal staff members via telephone, email, &/or written correspondence;
• Prepare & maintain training manuals & procedures;
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Helpful Tips for Applying:

• Be detailed when describing your current/previous work duties. The more the better!! Don't just write "see attached resume".
• Tailor your application for each position you apply for. You should clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this job posting.
• Respond to all questions asked. If you do not have the education/training/experience that is being asked, select either "No" or "N/A".
  
  

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

• Or completion of undergraduate core program in business administration, accounting, finance or related field; 18 mos. exp. or 18 mos. trg. in accounting &/or finance to include an advanced level of experience in spreadsheet software.
  
  

Option 3

• Or completion of graduate core program in business administration, accounting, finance or related field; 6 mos. exp. or 6 mos. trg. in accounting &/or finance to include an advanced level of experience in spreadsheet software.
  
  

Option 4

• Or 12 mos. exp. as Financial Analyst, 66562.
  
  

Option 5

• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
  
  

NOTE: 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.

Job Skills: Accounting and Finance

Technical Skills: Accounting and Finance, Research

Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Problem Solving, Reasoning, Customer Focus

Organization

Public Safety

Agency Contact Name and Information

Kristopher Croom / kacroom@dps.ohio.gov

Unposting Date

Nov 28, 2025, 11:59:00 PM

Work Location

Charles D Shipley Building

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation

$30.55

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours

7:30am - 4:30pm

Classified Indicator

Classified

Union

OCSEA

Primary Job Skill

Accounting and Finance

Technical Skills

Accounting and Finance, Research

Professional Skills

Attention to Detail, Customer Focus, Problem Solving, Reasoning

Agency Overview

Our mission is to save lives, reduce injuries and economic loss, administer Ohio's motor vehicle laws and preserve the safety and wellbeing of all citizens.