Senior Budget Analyst

Organization

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities

Agency Contact Name and Information :
Vanessa Roach, OOD.Talent Acquisitiono.gov

150 OOD Cmplx 150 East Campus View Boulevard Columbus

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation : $ 34.53 (unless required by legislation)

Full-time

Work Hours : 8:00AM - 5:00PM M-F

Union : OCSEA

Accounting and Finance

Technical Skills :
Budgeting, Data Analytics, Gap Analysis, Statistics/Mathematics

Professional Skills :
Analyzation, Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking, Customer Focus, Interpreting Data

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) empowers Ohioans with disabilities through employment, disability determinations, and independence. Our agency works with partners in businesses, education, and non-profit organizations to facilitate customized employment plans for Ohioans with disabilities; helps Ohio companies recruit and retain employees with disabilities; and is the sole agency determining medical and vocational Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs in Ohio.

We help connect the people of Ohio who have disabilities with the resources, support, and opportunities that fit their unique needs, abilities, and interests so that they can find and retain meaningful employment. To learn more about what we do, please visit our website o.gov.

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Senior Budget Analyst Position Overview

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) is seeking a Senior Budget Analyst to join our Fiscal team. This position will be responsible for researching, analyzing, and monitoring budgets and allocations for OOD's programs, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, and providing valuable insights to inform decision-making.

As a Senior Budget Analyst, you will conduct in-depth data analysis related to OOD's annual and biennial budgets, assisting in the preparation of long and short-term budget planning models and trend analysis. You will prepare projections and analysis for the agency's annual budget and Biennial Budget submission, including the development of multivariate models utilizing statistical and quantitative analysis. Collaborating closely with program staff, you will ensure quality control in model development, data collection, and analysis, troubleshooting related problems as needed.

Additionally, you will develop and implement evaluation tools and methodologies for effective budget and program assessment.

Your responsibilities will include preparing monthly program and budget reports, reviewing performance indicators such as cash flow, expenditures, revenues, and allocations, and advising management on corrective actions. You will attend internal and legislative budget hearings, analyzing proposed legislation and regulations for potential fiscal impacts. You will also assist in responding to audit findings and preparing federal financial reports to ensure agency compliance.

To excel in this role, you will need a strong background in budgeting, accounting, and financial analysis, coupled with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Additionally, you should possess exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities does not provide sponsorship for employment-based visas or work authorization.

The Division of Fiscal Management oversees the financial resources of the agency in accordance with relevant laws, regulations, and policies. This includes budget planning, revenue forecasting, expenditure monitoring, and financial reporting. Fiscal staff are responsible for ensuring transparency, accountability, and efficiency in the use of public funds, as well as identifying opportunities for cost savings and revenue generation. They may also be involved in long-term financial planning and analysis to support the agency's mission and objectives.

Starting salary will be step 1, subject to law or union contract requirements. New hires advance to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. There are cost of living increases to these rates each year and additional longevity supplements begin after 5 years. The current wage progression for this position is in the table below.

Months of Employment

At Hire

6 months

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