Financial Analyst

Job Description

Financial Analyst

(
2600071D
)

Organization
:

Public Safety
Agency Contact Name and Information
:

Kate Veeley | keveeley@dps.ohio.gov
Unposting Date
:

Sep 30, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location
:

Charles D Shipley Building

1970 West Broad Street

Columbus

43223-1102
Primary Location
:

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation
:

$26.54 per hour
Schedule
:

Full-time
Work Hours
:

7:00am to 3:30pm
Classified Indicator
:

Classified
Union
:

OCSEA

Primary Job Skill
:

Accounting and Finance
Technical Skills
:

Bookkeeping, Data Analytics, Accounting and Finance, Auditing, Records Management
Professional Skills
:

Attention to Detail, Decision Making, Ethics and Values, Interpreting Data, Problem Solving

Agency Overview

Ohio State Highway Patrol
Is an internationally accredited agency whose mission is to protect life and property, promote traffic safety and provide professional public safety services with respect, compassion, and unbiased professionalism.

Job Description
Ohio Department of Public Safety - Ohio State Highway Patrol
Report In Location -
1970 W Broad Street, Columbus 43223

Perks of Working for the Ohio Department of Public Safety
Multiple pay increases over the first years of service!
Free Parking!
Free Gym Access & Walking Path!
Daycare On-site!
Cafeteria On-site!

What You'll Do as a Financial Analyst
Review, audit & code daily accounting transactions for entry into Ohio Administrative Knowledge System (OAKS).
Post transactions &/or payments.
Provides guidance to Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) sections & district staff on fiscal matters.
Conducts complex reconciliation of records.
Prepare daily deposits &/or enter deposits into OAKS.
Monitor revenue received from various sources.
Process Intra-State Transfer Vouchers (ISTV) for reimbursements.
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Why Work for the State of Ohio
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

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)

Public Retirement Systems (
such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS
)

& Optional Deferred Compensation (
Ohio Deferred Compensation
)

*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.
Qualifications
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;

AND
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.
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.

Helpful Tips for Applying:
1.
Be detailed when describing your current/previous work duties
.

The more the better!! Don't just write "see attached resume".
2.
Tailor your application for each position you apply for.
You should clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this job posting.
3.
Respond to all questions asked.

If you do not have the education/training/experience that is being asked, select either "No" or "N/A".

Job Skills -
Accounting and Finance

Supplemental Information
UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS
May be required to work long or unusual hours during peak operational periods.

Background Check Information
A BCI and FBI fingerprint check, a background check, including a polygraph examination, may be required on all selected applicants.
A comparative analysis and/or drug-test may be a requirement of the hiring process.

To request a disability accommodation, please email
HRRequestADA@dps.ohio.gov
as soon as possible, or at least 48 hours prior to the above referenced testing or interview date so any necessary arrangements may be made in a timely manner.
ADA Statement
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.
Drug-Free Workplace
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.

Minimum Qualifications

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; AND 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. 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.

Requirements

minimum qualifications.

Helpful Tips for Applying:
1.
Be detailed when describing your current/previous work duties
.

The more the better!! Don't just write "see attached resume".
2.
Tailor your application for each position you apply for.
You should clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this job posting.
3.
Respond to all questions asked.

If you do not have the education/training/experience that is being asked, select either "No" or "N/A".

Job Skills -
Accounting and Finance