Senior Fiscal Services Payment Analyst

The Ohio State University, Main Campus

Senior Fiscal Services Analyst managing payment processing and financial operations for sponsored research grants at The Ohio State University. Collaborating with university departments and external sponsors.

Posted 4/22/2026full-timeColumbus • Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $70,100 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Performs all functions of payment processing associated with sponsored research grants administered by The Ohio State University’s Office of Sponsored Programs.
Performs the routine payment processing duties of large scope and complexity, including the analysis, identification, application, and reconciliation of payments.
Provides fiscal operational, consultative and administrative support to the Office of Grants and Contracts, university Fiscal Officers, department Grant Managers and various project sponsors.
Responsible for payment reconciliation and reporting including researching discrepancies and recommending and ensuring resolution.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Four years of experience in accounts receivable, billing, payment processing and finance operations in a higher education or sponsored program environment.
4-8 years of experience in accounts receivable, billing, payment processing and finance operations in a higher education/sponsored program environment.
Expertise in Workday Customer Accounts and Sponsor modules, including configuration and workflow knowledge.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

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Hard Skills & Tools

payment processingaccounts receivablebillingfinance operationspayment reconciliationreportingdiscrepancy researchresolution recommendation

Soft Skills

fiscal operational supportconsultative supportadministrative support

Certifications

Bachelor's degree