Financial Analyst III

Financial Analyst III

The Financial Analyst supports the Comptroller in administering and monitoring agency financial activities in compliance with state laws, regulations, and internal policies. This position performs advanced professional financial and budgetary analysis to support operational effectiveness, resource stewardship, strategic planning, and agency decision-making. The role oversees staff responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable, travel processing, and related fiscal functions. The Financial Analyst ensures proper management of carryover funding, prepares financial reports and reconciliations, and assists with year-end closing activities, audit responses, and special financial projects to ensure accurate, transparent, and compliant financial operations.

Please note: This role requires a consistent, in-person presence at the designated workplace in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and does not offer remote, telecommuting, or hybrid options.

Essential Functions

• Financial Operations: Assist the Comptroller in administering financial operations, including budget development, financial reporting, cash management, and fiscal oversight in accordance with state statutes and agency policy.
• Staff Supervision: Supervise Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Travel staff by assigning work, monitoring performance, ensuring accuracy and compliance, and supporting training and development.
• Carryover Management: Manage and monitor carryover funds to ensure accurate accounting, allocation, utilization, and reporting aligned with legislative and agency requirements.
• Data Analysis: Analyze financial data, expenditures, revenues, and budget trends to support forecasting, strategic planning, and executive-level decision-making.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare, review, and reconcile financial reports, budget schedules, and supporting documentation for internal leadership, oversight agencies, and external auditors.
• Advanced Analysis: Conduct advanced financial and budgetary analysis to inform operational decisions and support agency program functions.
• Year-End Activities: Assist with year-end closing, including budget carryforward calculations, reconciliation processes, audit response preparation, and special financial projects as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field [official transcripts required upon hire];
• Two (2) years of experience in accounting, budgeting, financial analyst or fiscal operations;
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Special Requirements

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without sponsorship now or in the future;
• Successful completion of a pre-employment background check;
• Must possess a valid driver's license from a U.S. state or territory to perform necessary job-related travel.
• Less than 10% in-state/out-of-state travel may be required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervisors are responsible for overseeing and managing a team of employees to ensure they perform their duties effectively and efficiently. Overall, a supervisor plays a critical role in ensuring the success of their team and the organization as a whole. They must possess strong leadership and communication skills, as well as the ability to manage resources effectively and resolve conflicts.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Office setting based out of: Oliver Hodge Building, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Physical Demands include:

• Ability to stand, reach, and bend 50% of the time;
• Operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine/printer, and office telephone 75% of the time;
• Ascends/descends stairs 25% of the time;
• Ability to lift to 25 lbs.

Cognitive Requirements:

• This role requires clear and accurate communication, strong analytical skills, and the ability to evaluate information and make timely decisions.
• Sustained focus and attention to detail are essential, along with memory retention of policies, procedures, and facts over various time frames.
• Adaptability and mental flexibility are also necessary to handle changing information, work conditions, and unexpected challenges.

Discover the Benefits of Joining Our Team!

Are you ready to take the next step in your career with an agency that values your well-being? Look no further! At OSDE, we're proud to offer a robust benefits package designed to support you and your family every step of the way.

• Generous Benefits Allowance: Up to $21,934.08 annually, tailored to family size, for purchasing benefits.
• Comprehensive Insurance Plans: Choose from a variety of insurance plans with no pre-existing conditions, exclusions, or limitations.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Manage healthcare expenses and/or dependent care with ease.
• Full Participation in TRS: Enjoy employer-covered contributions (7.5% of annual salary) for Teacher's Retirement System participation.
• Generous Leave Policy: Full-time employees receive 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave in their first year.
• Paid Holidays: Benefit from 11 paid holidays per year.
• Employee Discounts: Access discounts with various companies and vendors.
• Longevity Bonus: Earn a bonus after completing two years of service, with bonuses continuing annually thereafter.
• Compensatory Time: FLSA Exempt and Nonexempt employees receive compensatory time.
• Employee Assistance Program: Access support and resources through our Employee Assistance Program.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.