Budget Analyst

Senior Budget Analyst - 20060371 (260005ZX) Commerce Unposting Date Aug 22, 2026, 3:59:00 AM Work Location Commerce Tussing Road 6606 Tussing Road Reynoldsburg 43068 Primary Location United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Reynoldsburg Compensation $34.53 Schedule Full-time Work Hours 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Union OCSEA Primary Job Skill Accounting and Finance Technical Skills Budgeting, Customer Service Professional Skills Analyzation, Attention to Detail, Organizing and Planning The Mission of the Ohio Department of Commerce is promoting prosperity by protecting what matters most. Commerce is comprised of nine operating divisions and one standalone program that span a variety of industries including real estate, liquor, banking, securities, firefighting, construction and skilled trades, and cannabis. Through exceptional compliance practices and oversight, Commerce has a direct role in protecting Ohioans. Impact Inclusive Motivated Proactive Accountable Customer-Focused Teamwork Job Description The Division of Administration provides overall leadership and administrative support for all Divisions. The Division includes the Office of Director, Communications, Fiscal, Human Resources, IT, Legal and Legislative Affairs. Senior Budget Analyst Job Duties Operates with considerable independence; responsible for identifying issues, investigating discrepancies, and resolving financial problems while supporting agency fiscal operations. Develops, manages, and monitors operating, capital, and grant budgets to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements and alignment with approved spending plans. Develop, manage, and monitor program budgets, including allotments, cash flow, appropriations, expenditures, and encumbrances to ensure spending remains within approved targets. Develop grant budgets; perform fiscal monitoring of approved grants; maintain quarterly and annual federal and state financial reporting; and complete grant closeout procedures. Ensure accurate entry of fiscal data into systems including Ohio Buys, Pcard Reconciliation Portal, OAKS, and federal systems such as ASAP Preferred Qualifications Experience with public sector budget and grant funding requirements Experience with financial systems (e.g., Ohio Administrative Knowledge System (OAKS), Business Intelligence (BI), Ohio Buys, Pcard portal) High level of accuracy and attention to detail when reviewing financial data, coding, compliance requirements, and reporting. Proficient in excel for reporting and financial analysis Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Qualifications 4 yrs. experience in budgeting that included fiscal management & control involving use of quantitative/statistical analysis (e.g., probability statistics, linear regression, multiple variable regression, computer assisted regression analysis models, trend analysis, forecasting cost benefit analysis). -Or completion of undergraduate core program in accounting, public finance, public administration or business administration; 24 mos. exp. in fiscal management & control involving use of quantitative/statistical analysis (e.g., probability statistics, linear regression, multiple variable regression, computer assisted regression analysis models, trend analysis, forecasting cost benefit analysis). -Or completion of graduate core program in accounting, public finance, public administration or business administration; 12 mos. exp. in fiscal management & control involving use of quantitative/statistical analysis (e.g., probability statistics, linear regression, multiple variable regression, computer regression analysis models, trend analysis, forecasting cost benefit analysis). -Or 12 mos. exp. as Budget Analyst, 63261. -Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above. Job Skills: Accounting and Finance Benefits Medical Coverage Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more) *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. 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr