Senior Financial Operations Analyst – Center for Clinical Research Management

The Ohio State University, Main Campus

Financial Operations Senior Analyst managing complex fiscal activities and providing operational support at the Ohio State University. Collaborating with departmental leadership on budgeting and financial reporting.

Posted 6/11/2026full-timeColumbus • Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provides advanced financial, accounting, and operational support by managing complex fiscal activities.
Serves as a key resource to departmental leadership, faculty, and staff.
Oversees budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, procurement, and internal controls.
Evaluates departmental fiscal processes, identifies opportunities for improvement, and implements changes.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
4 years of relevant experience required.
Advanced degree in relevant field may be desirable.
4-8 years of relevant experience preferred.

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

financial supportaccountingbudgetingforecastingfinancial reportingprocurementinternal controlsfiscal processesprocess improvement

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationorganizational skills

Certifications

Bachelor's degreeadvanced degree