Senior Budget Analyst

State of Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 72,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Children and Youth is seeking a Budget Analyst to plan, implement, and monitor a broad range of budgets and cost allocation activities. You will work with capital and operating budgets, grants, and federal/state funding streams to support DCY’s mission.

You will develop forecasts, analyze financial data, and prepare reports for senior management, while ensuring compliance with regulations. The role emphasizes collaboration and continuous process improvement in budget operations.

Qualifications

• 4 yrs. experience in budgeting that included fiscal management & control involving use of quantitative/statistical analysis
• Undergraduate core program in accounting, public finance, public administration or business administration; 24 mos. exp. in fiscal management & control
• Graduate core program in accounting, public finance, public administration or business administration; 12 mos. exp. in fiscal management & control involving use of quantitative/statistical analysis

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing agency budgets, including biennium budget preparation.
• Project, adjust, and monitor allocations for subdivisions, grants, and specific financial programs.
• Track spending patterns to prevent deficits and propose corrective actions when risks arise.
• Prepare periodic financial reports for senior management.
• Calculate depreciation for DCY equipment and incorporate into analyses.
• Apply cost distribution data to determine cost pool funding across programs.
• Participate in agency teams responsible for cost allocation methodologies.
• Review and maintain the Agency’s Cost Allocation Plan (CAP).
• Develop forecast and projection models for programs with multiple funding sources.
• Prepare specialized reports such as cost allocation summaries or funding split analyses.

Skills

Budgeting

Quantitative analysis

Financial reporting

Education

Undergraduate core program in accounting/public finance/public administration/business administration

Graduate core program in accounting/public finance/public administration/business administration

Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment

Tools

Spreadsheets

Databases

Financial modeling

Job description

In this role, you’ll support the financial backbone of DCY by planning, implementing, and monitoring a wide range of budgets and cost allocation activities. You’ll work with capital and operating budgets, division or program level budgets, federal and state funding streams, and cost pools that support DCY’s mission. Your work directly impacts how resources are distributed across the agency.

What You’ll Do

Budget Planning & Monitoring

• Assist in developing and implementing agency budgets, including biennium budget preparation.
• Project, adjust, and monitor allocations for subdivisions, grants, and specific financial programs.
• Track spending patterns to prevent deficits and propose corrective actions when risks arise.
• Prepare periodic financial reports for senior management.

Cost Accounting & Allocation

• Calculate depreciation for DCY equipment and incorporate these values into financial analyses.
• Apply cost distribution data to determine cost pool funding and ensure proper allocation across state and federal programs.
• Participate in agency teams responsible for applying cost allocation methodologies.
• Review, edit, and help maintain the Agency’s Cost Allocation Plan (CAP).
• Analyze existing cost pool methodologies and develop new approaches when needed.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Research, evaluate, and interpret financial and operational data using statistical and quantitative methods.
• Develop forecast and projection models for programs with multiple funding sources.
• Prepare specialized reports such as cost allocation summaries or funding split analyses.
• Complete federal expenditure reports and analyze proposed legislation or policy changes for financial impact.

Tools & Technology

You’ll frequently use spreadsheets, databases, and other software tools to:

• Perform financial modeling and projections.
• Generate reports and update critical financial data.
• Support automation and technical improvements within budget operations.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Work directly with senior program and support staff to identify needed changes in cost allocation processes.
• Participate as a team member or leader on projects involving data research, financial modeling, or operational reviews.
• Develop procedures and guidelines to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.

Pay Information

Unless required by legislation or union contract, starting salary will be step 1 of the salary range associated with this position. New hires advance to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. Based on collective bargaining and legislative activity, there may be cost of living increases awarded annually. Additional longevity supplements begin after 5 years. The current wage progression for this position is in the table below.

Months of Employment

• At Hire
• 6 months
• 18 months
• 30 months
• 42 months
• 54 Months
• 66 Months
• 78 Months
• 90 Months

Pay Range

• OCSEA/ 33
• Step 1
• Step 2
• Step 3
• Step 4
• Step 5
• Step 6
• Step 7
• Step 8
• Step 9

Hourly

• $34.53
• $36.20
• $38.01
• $39.86
• $41.81
• $43.90
• $46.00
• $48.28
• $50.66

Annual

• $71,822
• $75,296
• $79,061
• $82,909
• $86,965
• $91,312
• $95,680
• $100,422
• $105,373

Background Check Information

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

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• 4 yrs. experience in budgeting that included fiscal management & control involving use of quantitative/statistical analysis (e.g., probability statistics, linear regression, multiple variable regression, computer assisted regression analysis models, trend analysis, forecasting cost benefit analysis).
• Or completion of undergraduate core program in accounting, public finance, public administration or business administration; 24 mos. exp. in fiscal management & control involving use of quantitative/statistical analysis (e.g., probability statistics, linear regression, multiple variable regression, computer assisted regression analysis models, trend analysis, forecasting cost benefit analysis).
• Or completion of graduate core program in accounting, public finance, public administration or business administration; 12 mos. exp. in fiscal management & control involving use of quantitative/statistical analysis (e.g., probability statistics, linear regression, multiple variable regression, computer regression analysis models, trend analysis, forecasting cost benefit analysis).
• Or 12 mos. exp. as Budget Analyst, 63261.
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Accounting and Finance

Organization: Department of Children and Youth

Agency Contact Name and Information: [e-mail]

Unposting Date: Sep 28, 2026, 10:59:00 PM

Work Location: Children&Youth N. High Complex

Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation: $34.53 per hour

Schedule: Full-time

Work Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Classified Indicator: Classified

Professional Skills: Attention to Detail

Agency Overview

About us

Our mission is to promote positive, lifelong outcomes for Ohio youth through early intervention, quality education, and family support programs. At DCY, we offer our employees a rewarding work experience in public service helping Ohioans achieve a sustainable lifestyle that includes generous benefit options and a flexible work life balance making our agency a great place to work!

To learn more about DCY, please visit our website at Department of Children and Youth | Ohio.gov.

Location Requirements

DCY’s core hours of operation are Mon-Fri from 8:00am to 5:00pm, however, daily start/end times may vary based on operational need across DCY divisions.Employees may begin as early as 7:00am & as late as 9:00am, based on supervisory approval. This position performs work on-site daily at DCY’s office space.