Financial Analyst Supervisor

Organization

Department of Children and Youth

Agency Contact Name and Information: Ashley.Sydebotham@childrenandyouth.ohio.gov

Unposting Date

Sep 15, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Work Location

Children&Youth N. High Complex

246 North High Street

Columbus 43215

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation: $40.40 per hour

Schedule

Full-time

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

Classified Indicator: Classified

Union: Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill

Accounting and Finance

Technical Skills: Accounting and Finance

Professional Skills: Analyzation, Attention to Detail

Agency Overview

About us

Our mission is to promote positive, lifelong outcomes for Ohio youth through early intervention, quality education, and family support programs. At DCY, we offer our employees a rewarding work experience in public service helping Ohioans achieve a sustainable lifestyle that includes generous benefit options and a flexible work life balance making our agency a great place to work!To learn more about DCY, please visit our website atDepartment of Children and Youth | Ohio.gov.

Location Requirements

DCY’s core hours of operation are Mon-Fri from 8:00am to 5:00pm, however, daily start/end times may vary based on operational need across DCY divisions. Employees may begin as early as 7:00am & as late as 9:00am, based on supervisory approval. This position performs work on-site daily at DCY’s office space.

Job Description

In this position, you will oversee a team of financial analysts responsible for preparing, processing, and analyzing accounting and financial information. Your primary focus is managing federal grant related fiscal activities for the Ohio Department of Children and Youth (DCY), ensuring compliance with complex state and federal regulations. You’ll balance supervisory responsibilities with hands on financial analysis, problem solving, and collaboration across programs and fiscal units.

Federal Grant Fiscal Management

You will manage several critical financial processes tied to federal grants:

• Oversee cash draw payments and ensure they are accurately processed through the Division of Payment Management (DPM) system.
• Administer internal fund management systems and documentation (grant awards, regulations, reporting files, draw documents).
• Review and analyze draw transactions to identify and resolve discrepancies before grant closeout.
• Submit payment detail reports to the Ohio Treasurer of State.
• Review and compare OAKS and CAPIS portal reports and other reconciliation documents to ensure data accuracy.

Grant and Fund Reconciliation

You’ll ensure strong fiscal management of federal grant funds:

• Plan and manage reconciliation activities involving daily draws, expenditures, grant authority, revenue, and outlays.
• Review staff completed reconciliations using multiple systems (OAKS, PMS, federal reports, county expenditure data).
• Identify trends, issues, or discrepancies and recommend process or procedural changes to maintain compliance and improve efficiency.
• Collaborate closely with fiscal and program staff to strengthen financial integrity and support effective program outcomes.

Supervision & Leadership

You will lead and support a team of financial analysts:

• Assign tasks, set priorities, and provide ongoing direction.
• Review work for quality and accuracy; give feedback and coaching.
• Conduct performance evaluations and monitor staff progress toward goals.
• Approve leave, recommend disciplinary actions when needed, and encourage staff development.
• Hold regular team meetings to maintain communication and alignment.

Audit & External Support

You will assist with audit processes and external requests:

• Provide documentation and clarification for state and federal audits.
• Work with the Office of Budget and Management (OBM), Auditor of State, and Treasurer of State as needed.

Additional Responsibilities

You’ll also engage in a variety of ongoing duties:

• Participate in meetings, trainings, and special projects.
• Support creation and updates of desk procedures, guidelines, and internal documentation.
• Remain current on relevant laws, rules, and fiscal standards.
• Assist with federal reporting documents and office automation initiatives.
• Maintain logs, records, files, and create reports or correspondence using standard office software.

Pay Information

Unless required by legislation or union contract, starting salary will be step 1 of the salary range associated with this position. New hires advance to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. Based on collective bargaining and legislative activity, there may be cost of living increases awarded annually. 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

18 months

30 months

42 months

54 Months

66 Months

78 Months

Pay Range

Exempt/ 14

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Step 5

Step 6

Step 7

Step 8

Hourly

$40.40

$42.70

$44.99

$47.43

$50.12

$52.90

$55.09

$57.67

Annual

$84,032

$88,816

$93,579

$98,654

$104,250

$110,032

$114,587

$119,954

Background Check Information

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

Status of posted positions

You can check the status of your application online be signing into your profile and clicking the “My Jobpage” tab to view completed submissions and submission details. If you have questions other than your applications status, please direct them to DCY.HumanResources@childrenandyouth.ohio.gov.

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

54 mos. exp. or 54 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; 30 mos. exp. or 30 mos. trg. in accounting &/or finance to include an advanced level of experience in spreadsheet software.

-Or completion of graduate core program in public or 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 12 mos. exp. as Senior Financial Analyst, 66563.

-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

Supplemental Information

The Ohio Department of Children and Youth does not provide employment-based visa sponsorship.

All answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education provided on your civil service application. Attachments will not be considered as part of your application.

Selection devices such as a structured interview, proficiency instrument, and/or assessment may be required for this position. Applicants must demonstrate proficiency with a passing score of applicable selection device to be considered for this position. Regardless of a passing or failing score, all results will be maintained for 6 months. Applicant with a passing score will be retained and utilized for a 6-month period. Applicant with a failing score in the same position may not re-take the same selection device for a 6-month period.

Travel required, as needed. Must provide own transportation or in order to operate a state vehicle, you must have a valid driver’s license.

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.