Senior Financial Analyst (PN 20036268, 20035283)

Job Overview:

The Division of Fiscal Administration is responsible for capital and operating budgets, Medicaid rate development and rate setting, and several other financial functions vital to DODD operations.

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Financial Analyst to lead and execute complex financial processes across billing, accounts receivable, and accounts payable. This position plays a pivotal role in ensuring fiscal accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across systems including OAKS, CBOSS, Ohio Buys, KeyBank Navigator, and others. The ideal candidate will bring advanced expertise in public sector financial operations, a deep understanding of state and federal compliance standards, and a proactive mindset for process improvement and cross-functional collaboration.

What will you do?

Financial Operations & Transaction Management

• Independently manage high-volume, multi-stream billing, including Medicaid waiver billings, franchise fees, administrative fees, and reimbursements to County Boards.

• Conduct advanced reconciliations of financial accounts such as aged receivables, petty cash, and bank accounts.

• Oversee timely collection of outstanding debts; issue collection letters and certify delinquent balances with the Ohio Attorney General's Office (ORC 131.02).

• Review and authorize payments, refunds, and vouchers; support compliance for supplier payments, P-card transactions, and capital-related expenditures.

• Serve as subject matter expert on coding errors, funding alignment, and transaction discrepancies.

Capital Expenditures & Specialized Invoicing

• Serve as back-up for Capital Expenditures processing for Central Office and Developmental Centers.

• Manage specialized invoicing processes for programs like Internet Assistance and Rental Assistance, including ISTVs and inter-agency coordination.

Financial Reporting & Analytics

• Design and maintain advanced financial reporting tools and dashboards using Excel, COGNOS, Tableau, and OAKS BI.

• Conduct trend analysis, data validation, and performance reviews to inform budgeting and forecasting.

• Prepare and submit reports to agencies such as the Ohio Department of Medicaid (ODM) and the Office of Budget and Management (OBM).

Process Improvement & Audit Readiness

• Audit financial processes and recommend improvements for internal controls and regulatory compliance.

• Provide input on policy updates, with emphasis on capital expenditures and invoice processing.

• Lead and support financial process improvement projects and system upgrades.

Training, Leadership, and Cross-Agency Collaboration

• Serve as a key liaison between DODD Central Office, Developmental Centers, County Boards, ICFs, and OBM.

• Provide ongoing training and mentorship to Fiscal Analysts and finance staff.

• Ensure compliance with updated fiscal policies and protocols; maintain detailed desk procedures and workflows.

• Manage invoice intake, mail distribution, and physical documentation to support operational efficiency.

What's in it for you:

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

• Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the Ohio Med PPO plan.

Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

• Dental, vision and basic life insurance premiums are free after one year of continuous service.

Time Away from Work and Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth/Adoption leave

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

• OPERS 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 employee's salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.

Deferred Compensation

• The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.

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. To request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact ADA Coordinator Renae Wallace at ... or by email at ...

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; 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; 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.

Job Skills: Accounting and Finance