Financial Analyst PN at State of Ohio

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.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.Who We AreThe Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) supports Ohioans and their families through the following programs:Cash and Food AssistanceEmployment Services and Workforce DevelopmentUnemployment InsuranceAdult Protective ServicesChild SupportPublic service is an honorable way to serve the community in a hands-on dedicated way. You can make a difference in someones world!Guiding PrinciplesWe will be a leader in customer satisfaction.We will have a reputation that attracts and retains talented diverse and dedicated employees.We get better at what we do every day.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 ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:Medical CoverageFree Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility periodPaid time off including vacation personal sick leave and 11 paid holidays per yearChildbirth Adoption and Foster Care leaveEducation 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.The ideal candidate at minimum must have the following:Completion of undergraduate core program in business administration accounting finance or related field; AND6 mos. exp. or 6 mos. accounting &/or finance to include an intermediate level of experience in spreadsheet software.- Or -30 mos. exp. or 30 mos. accounting &/or finance to include an intermediate level of experience in spreadsheet software.- Or -12 mos. exp. as Financial Associate 66561.- 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. Tips For Your ApplicationWhen completing the different sections of this application be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this job posting. We cannot give you credit for your Work Experience and Education & Certifications if you do not provide that information in your online application. Information in attached resumes or cover letters must be entered into your application in the appropriate Work Experience or Education & Certification sections to be considered.Pay InformationThis position is in the State of Ohios OCSEA/AFSCME Pay Schedule Pay Range 30. Unless required by legislation or union contract starting salary will be the minimum salary of that pay range (step 1 currently $24.66 per hour). These ranges provide a standardized pathway for pay increases. With continued employment new hires move to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. Cost of Living Adjustments increase wages in these ranges each fiscal year. The current step progression wages are in the table below.Pay Range 30Step 1Step 2Step 3Step 4Step 5Step 6Step 7Hourly$25.77$26.76$27.92$29.22$30.55$31.88$33.52Annual$53602$55661$58074$60778$63544$66310$69722Months of EmploymentAt Hire6 months18 months30 months42 months54 Months66 MonthsADA NoticeIf you require an accommodation based on a disability for any step of the selection process please contact Current employees of ODJFS in theOCSEA union have selection rights before all other applicants. Applications from all other candidates will only be considered if an internalOCSEA applicant is not selected for this position.Background check informationThe final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Some positions may require drug testing and/or fingerprinting. Criminal convictions do not necessarily disqualify candidates from consideration.Office of Fiscal & Monitoring ServicesMonitoring Services PositionsThe Office of Fiscal and Monitoring Services (OFMS) Monitoring Services Division is responsible for providing risk management services for OFMS and ODJFS. The division manages risk through subrecipient and contractor monitoring. The division provides training technical assistance audit liaison services and resolution services. The division provides oversight for counties workforce local areas state agencies and others. Additionally the division manages the County Finance Information System (CFIS). Their services also include technical assistance and training for Ohios counties. Our focus is on efficient and effective business operations internal control and compliance.Learn more about the Office by visiting the ODJFS OFMS webpage .What Youll DoClassification Title: Financial AnalystWorking Title: CFIS Help Desk Support1. Strengthens county relationships through timely friendly and clearly written emails from the CFIS Help Desk.2. Specific Duties include:a. Send CFIS Alert communications to county and state CFIS users.b. Add maintain and inactivate CFIS county and state users.c. Troubleshoot CFIS error messages.d. Generate Text documents from an EXCEL spreadsheet for the ODJFS Listserv.e. Complete an annual state fiscal year CFIS fiscal user validation process.f. Create a quarterly spreadsheet to track receipt of county reports.g. Use MS Teams to save and update CFIS Help Desk documents.h. Attend in-person training bureau and departmental meetings at the Rhodes State Office tower or other locations in central Ohio.Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pmTravel: Travel required as needed. Must provide own transportation or in order to operate a state vehicle you must have a valid drivers license.PN(s):Whats In It For YouWe offer our employees a sustainable lifestyle that includes a flexible work life balance making our agency a great place to work!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 ourTotal Rewards website. Our benefits package includes:Medical CoverageQuality affordable and competitive medical benefits are offered through the Ohio Med PPO plan. For more information check out the MyBenefits Guide 2025-26and see pages 8-9 for costs.Dental Vision and Basic Life InsuranceBU: Dental vision and basic life insurance premiums are free after one year of continuous service.Time Away from Work and Work/Life BalancePaid time off including vacation personal and sick leave11 paid holidays per yearPaid Childbirth/Adoption leaveOhio Public Employees Retirement SystemOPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employees salary. Visit theOPERS websitefor more information.Deferred CompensationThe Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan.As a new employee you will be automatically enrolled into Ohio Deferred Compensation unless you opt-out within 90 days of hire date.Visit theOhio Deferred Compensation websitefor more information.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Cognos,Forecasting,Hyperion,Microsoft Access,Pivot tables,Accounting,Analysis Skills,Microsoft Excel,Financial Analysis,Financial Modeling,Budgeting,Financial Planning Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1