Senior Budget Analyst
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onColumbus City Hall Campus, Scioto Trail, Civic Center, Downtown, Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio, 43216, United States
About the Office
The Office of Fiscal and Monitoring Services (OFMS) Fiscal Services Division is the backbone of the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) financial operations. We are responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring all agency budget activities, from the biennial budget process to daily federal cash draws and grant status reporting. Our mission is to ensure fiscal integrity while supporting the programs that serve Ohioans through cash and food assistance, employment services, unemployment insurance, and protective services.
About the Role
As a Senior Budget Analyst in the Budget Bureau, you will be more than just a number cruncher; you will be a strategic partner to program areas. This role exists to bridge the gap between complex fiscal data and actionable agency decisions. You will gain in-depth knowledge of how ODJFS programs operate, using that insight to make sound, timely budget decisions that prevent service interruptions.
Your day-to-day involves managing complex fiscal work, building trusted relationships with diverse program teams, and tackling projects that strengthen overall agency operations. You will navigate a dynamic environment where priorities shift rapidly, requiring you to balance firm deadlines during busy cycles (month-end, fiscal year-end) with the need for precision in compliance and reporting. Success in this role means translating complex financial concepts into clear narratives for non-financial audiences and ensuring that every dollar allocated aligns with federal and state rules.
The Hiring Process
The State of Ohio is committed to a fair selection process. Please note that current employees of ODJFS in the OCSEA union have selection rights before all other applicants. Applications from external candidates will only be considered if no qualified internal OCSEA applicant is selected.
When applying, it is critical to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications in the online application sections for Work Experience and Education. Information provided in attached resumes or cover letters will not be credited unless it is explicitly entered into the appropriate application fields.
Our Culture & Commitment
Public service is an honorable way to serve the community in a hands-on, dedicated way. At ODJFS, we strive to be a leader in customer satisfaction and attract a talented, diverse, and dedicated workforce. We believe in getting better at what we do every day.
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace and a Disability Inclusion State. We are committed to providing access, inclusion, and reasonable accommodations in all our services and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you require an accommodation based on a disability for any step of the selection process, please contact ada_public@jfs.ohio.gov.
The 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.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Columbus City Hall Campus, Scioto Trail, Civic Center, Downtown, Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio, 43216, United States
Columbus, Ohio
Key Responsibilities
- check_circlePlan and manage operating, capital, and grant budgets including allotments and cash flow
- check_circleForecast and monitor appropriations, expenditures, and encumbrances to ensure compliance
- check_circleAnalyze spending patterns and recommend fund transfers to meet obligations without service interruptions
- check_circleContribute to process improvements to increase accuracy and transparency in budget operations
- check_circleDevelop and present reports converting complex financial data into clear visual insights
- check_circleReview and approve OhioBuys pending items and resolve budget exceptions daily
- check_circleInvestigate budget variances, identify drivers, and recommend corrective actions
- check_circlePartner with program areas to understand operations and policy impacts on budgets
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Requirements
- verified4 years budgeting experience with fiscal management and quantitative analysis
- verifiedOR Graduate degree in accounting, public finance, public administration, or business administration AND 12 months fiscal management experience
- verifiedOR Undergraduate degree in accounting, public finance, public administration, or business administration AND 24 months fiscal management experience
- verifiedOR 12 months experience as Budget Analyst, 63261
- verifiedCriminal background check required
Nice to Have
Experience with public sector budgets, grant funding, or human services programs. Exposure to variance investigation, fund transfers, or allotment planning at a portfolio level. Experience building process improvements, templates, or standard methodology.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, Dental, Vision, and Basic Life Insurance premiums after eligibility periodcheck_circlePaid time off including vacation, personal, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays per yearcheck_circleChildbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leavecheck_circleEducation and Development Opportunities including Employee Development Funds and Public Service Loan Forgiveness
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