Senior Financial Analyst

Taleo; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Multiple pay increases over your first

Free Parking

Free Onsite Gym and Walking Path

Daycare On-site

Cafeteria On-site

Job summary

The Ohio Department of Public Safety in Columbus is seeking a Sr. Financial Analyst to independently research and analyze complex information, resolve errors, and support payroll projections, administrative budget planning and allocation.

You will report to the Financial Analyst Supervisor and manage account appropriations, providing account coding information for divisions such as BMV, EMS, and ADM, and discuss budget concerns with managers.

Qualifications

• 44+ mos. exp. or 42 mos. trg. in accounting/finance with advanced spreadsheet experience.
• Undergraduate core program in business administration, accounting, finance or related field.
• AND 18 mos. exp. or 18 mos. trg. in accounting/finance with advanced spreadsheet experience.
• Graduate core program in business administration, accounting or finance or related field.
• AND 6 mos. exp. or 6 mos. trg. in accounting/finance with advanced spreadsheet experience.
• 12 mos. exp. as Financial Analyst, 66562 or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Independently research and analyze complex financial information to resolve errors and manage fiscal aspects of program areas.
• Provide payroll projections, administrative budget planning and allocation support.
• Prepare budgetary evaluations and discuss budget concerns with appropriate managerial staff.
• Manage account appropriations and provide account coding information for divisions such as BMV, EMS, and ADM.

Skills

Accounting

Finance

Research

Attention to Detail

Payroll

Budgeting

Education

Undergraduate core program in business administration, accounting or finance

Graduate core program in business administration, accounting or finance

Job description

Organization

Public Safety

Unposting Date

Oct 10, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Work Location

Charles D Shipley Building 1970 West Broad Street Columbus 43223-1102

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation : $31.47

Schedule

Full-time

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

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.

Job Description

Ohio Department of Public Safety- Director's Office/Fiscal Services(Fiscal Section 3)

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

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!

What you'll do as a Sr. Financial Analyst:

• Under the direction of the Financial Analyst Supervisor independently research & analyze complex information to resolve errors, modify data, &/or determine appropriate action by managing the fiscal aspect of program areas.
• Provide assistance with payroll projections, administrative budget planning & allocation.
• Prepare budgetary evaluations, discuss budget concerns or problems with appropriate managerial staff.
• Manage account appropriations & provide account coding information for assigned divisions & sections within the Ohio Department of Public Safety (e.g. Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV), Emergency Management Services (EMS), Office of Administration (ADM).

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

• 42 mos. exp. or 42 mos. trg. in accounting &/or finance to include an advanced level of experience in spreadsheet software.
• -Or 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.
• -Or 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.
• -Or 12 mos. exp. as Financial Analyst, 66562.
• -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.

Supplemental Information

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS : May be required to work long or unusual hours during peak operational periods.

Background Check Information

• A BCI fingerprint check, a background check, may be required on all selected applicants
• A comparative analysis and/or drug test may be a requirement of the hiring process

To request a disability accommodation, please email [e-mail] as soon as possible, or at least 48 hours prior to the above referenced testing or interview date so any necessary arrangements may be made in a timely manner.

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.