Financial Analyst

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:
7:30 am - 4:30 pm

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: Tax Distribution, Fiscal Section 3 (Accounts Payable) or Fiscal Section 5 (Accounts Payable)
Examine, Analyze, Reconcile & Prepare Accounting Records, Financial Statements, Statistical Reports, Federal Grant Reports, Etc. With Accuracy, Completeness & In Compliance With Established Reporting & Procedural Standards

• Review, audit & process invoices; Process or reconcile payment card transactions; Audit accounts & purchase orders to ensure sufficient funds are available; Provide funding information for purchase requisitions;
• Research, identify & correct accounts payable, accounts receivable, &/or customer information errors (e.g., budget, coding, interface, payments, etc.);
• Utilize systems (i.e., state, federal, commercial, etc.) to gather information & prepare reports on bank accounts, credit cards, customer transactions or payments, etc.;
• Research & initiate processes for unauthorized or erroneous payment card transactions, returned customer payments (e.g., check, Automated Clearing House (ACH), etc.);
• Assist customers &/or agency with collections & certify unpaid items to the Attorney General's Office;
• Initiate & re-issue refunds as requested from various business units (e.g., research & provide info on refunds as requested; research & process returned warrant refunds, etc.).
• Accurately calculate service fees, revenue allocations, tabulate & verify report totals;
• Prepare estimates & cost projections (e.g., payroll; budget planning; allocation for state &/or federal funds &/or grants); Communicate with internal & external customers to obtain &/or provide job related information;
• Develop or assist in the development of forms, manuals, training material, etc.;
• Perform other related duties as required (e.g., maintain accurate records, follow up on routine financial inquiries, respond to routine telephone & written inquiries; open &/or sort mail & maintain office files).
• 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
30 mos. exp. or 30 mos. trg. in accounting &/or finance to include an intermediate level of experience in spreadsheet software.

Option 2

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

Option 3

• Or 12 mos. exp. as Financial Associate, 66561.

Option 4

• 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 /

Unposting Date
Dec 14, 2025, 4:59:00 AM

Work Location
Charles D Shipley Building

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

Compensation
$25.77

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.