Financial Analyst

State of Ohio; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio Attorney General’s Office is seeking a Financial Analyst for the Finance Section in Columbus, Ohio. The position offers a hybrid remote/in-person schedule, with in-office training and then 3–4 days in the office after training.

Under the CFO, you will perform complex analyses, assist with audits, budget planning, and respond to inquiries. A bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting and relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting or related field.
• Three years of professional experience in research, analysis, and recommendations.
• Master’s degree may substitute for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex financial analyses and reporting.
• Researches and reports on fiscal and operational issues with data analysis.
• Assists with audit and internal audit preparation and responses.
• Serves as a point of contact for inquiries and public records requests.
• Prepares bank deposits and petty cash checks for signature.
• Processes invoices, routing, vouchers, and approvals in financial systems.
• Maintains forms, documents, and policies.
• Supports operating and capital budget planning and monitoring.

Skills

Accounting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting

Job description

All job postings will expire at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the application deadline.

Organization:

Attorney General

Agency Contact Name and Information:

[e-mail]

Work Location:

30 East Broad Street
Columbus, Ohio, 43215-3430
United States

Compensation:

$38.06/hr - $43.27/hr

Schedule:

Permanent - Full Time

Work Hours:

8:00am - 5:00pm, M-F

Classified Indicator:

Unclassified

Union:

Exempt from union

Primary Job Skill:

Accounting and Finance

About Us:

The Ohio Attorney General’s Office has played a vital role in shaping Ohio’s past and present and the work it does today helps chart the state’s future. The office consists of nearly 30 distinct sections that advocate for consumers and victims of crime, assist the criminal justice community, provide legal counsel for state offices and agencies, and enforce certain state laws. In these and other capacities, staff members interact with tens of thousands of Ohioans each year.

What You’ll Do:

The Ohio Attorney General's Office is currently seeking a Financial Analyst for a position in the Finance Section. This position will work a hybrid remote/in‑person schedule (will be required in office during the training period, and then 3‑4 days a week in office after training). There may be changes to this schedule based on training and operational needs. The headquarter location is at 30 E. Broad St Columbus, Ohio 43215.

Under the direction of the CFO, the successful candidate will perform the following duties, which include but are not limited to:

• Performs complex financial analyses and reporting;
• Leads or conducts research and reporting on various fiscal and operational issues using data analysis techniques, and makes recommendations for resolutions or improvements;
• Assists with audit and internal audit preparation and responses;
• Serves as a point of contact for incoming inquiries and public records requests;
• Prepares bank deposits and petty cash checks for signature;
• Performs actions in financial systems including, but limited to, invoice entry and routing, and voucher review and approval;
• Maintains and updates physical and electronic forms, documents, and policies;
• Assists in operating and capital budget planning, preparation, and monitoring activities;
• Completes special projects as assigned

Additional Information:

The Attorney General’s Office is a dynamic organization that offers career opportunities across many different disciplines to people from all backgrounds and experiences. We do not discriminate in any way. All people are equal under the law, and it is so at the AGO. This is a workplace where talent gains you entry and performance determines your career path. Staff can join and lead employee resource groups and participate in online or in‑person events to learn about the experiences of others.

Employees of the Attorney General's Office must have been in their current positions for at least 12 months in order to be eligible for consideration.

The Attorney General's Office may fill additional, similar positions as a result of this posting.

The Ohio Attorney General’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Servesat the pleasure of the Attorney General per O.R.C. 124.14(B)(2).

AGO#:26-10-145

Background Check Information:

Selected candidate(s) will be subject to the following background checks:

• Criminalhistory
• Drivingrecord
• Taxes
• DrugTest

Inaddition, an Internet search may be conducted of publicly available and jobrelated information through social media (Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, etc.) or through the use of search engines (Google, Bing, etc.).

Why Work for the State of Ohio:

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full‑time and part‑time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• 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

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, public administration, or related field and three (3) years of professional experience researching, analyzing, and making recommendations, OR providing consultation to management on fiscal or operational matters, or matters pertaining to public or business administration. A master’s degree in a related field of study may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience.

Exceptional Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, public administration, or related field and five (5) years of professional experience researching, analyzing, and making recommendations, OR providing consultation to management on fiscal or operational matters, or matters pertaining to public or business administration. A master’s degree in a related field of study may be substituted for one (2) years of the required experience. An exceptional candidate will have a demonstrated track record in leading projects and problem solving independently.

ADA Statement:

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug‑Free Workplace:

The State of Ohio is a drug‑free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non‑medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug‑Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.