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Posted: January 5, 2026 (10 days ago)

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Departmental Analyst 9-12 - State Budget Office

State of Michigan

Technology, Management and Budget

Recent

Location

Michigan, 48909

Salary

$25.85 - $43.73

per hour

Closes

February 10, 2026More State jobs →

Job Description

Summary

This job involves coordinating payroll testing processes, monitoring compliance with state accounting and tax policies, and acting as a liaison to solve payroll-related issues for Michigan state employees.

It supports the accuracy of a massive bi-weekly payroll system worth billions.

A good fit would be someone detail-oriented with a background in accounting or finance who enjoys problem-solving in a government setting.

Key Requirements

  • Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major
  • Experience in payroll processing, accounting, or financial management (preferred for higher levels 10-12)
  • Ability to organize testing requests and ensure compliance with requirements
  • Skills in providing solutions for payroll accounting, tax interpretation, and system issues
  • Knowledge of state accounting, tax, and payroll policies and regulations
  • Strong communication skills to serve as an agency liaison
  • Willingness to work in a hybrid model with at least one day per week on-site in Lansing, MI, and relocate to Michigan if needed

Full Job Description

Logo for the Office of Financial Management

The Office of Financial Management (OFM) is housed within State Budget Office and is responsible for the State of Michigan’s accounting, tax reporting, and payroll functions and related systems.

OFM staff perform central accounting and payroll control activities, developing and issuing statewide accounting, tax, and payroll policies, and monitoring compliance by agencies with state accounting and tax policies and regulations.

Learn more at www.Michigan.gov/budget.


This position serves as the payroll monitor and coordinator for the Integrated Test process.

This position, with oversight from the Payroll Processing and Operations Manager, has responsibilities, including organizing testing requests for three departments, ensuring all testing requirements are met, and submitting for approval requests for migrations to the production environment.

This position will provide input to help ensure testing processes are complete to maintain the integrity of the production environment and the accuracy of the bi-weekly four billion dollar payroll for all State of Michigan employees.

This position serves as Agency Payroll Liaison.

Agency Payroll Liaison duties include: providing solutions for payroll accounting and system related issues to ensure accurate recording of payroll expense and liabilities, tax interpretation, payroll tax adjustments, payroll accounting assistance, and other like matters.

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For more information about this position, please review the duties listed in the provided links:

POSITION DESCRIPTION - Dept Analyst 9-P11

POSITION DESCRIPTION - Dept Analyst 12

JOB SPECIFICATION

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Office location is Lansing, MI, however, The Office of Financial Management currently offers a hybrid work option (combination of remote/office) which requires one day working on-site at the official workstation with the potential of up to four days remote work per week.

Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview. Work must be performed in the state of Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of these positions. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed.

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Requirements

Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.

Experience

Departmental Analyst 9

No specific type or amount is required.

Departmental Analyst 10
One year of professional experience.

Departmental Analyst P11
Two years of professional experience, including one year of experience equivalent to the intermediate (10) level in state service.

Departmental Analyst 12
Three years of professional experience, including one year of experience equivalent to the experienced (P11) level in state service.

Note: Experience is considered professional if the job required a bachelor's degree.

The "Salary" listed is a range that reflects the minimum rate through the maximum rate of the position. Based on education and experience, candidates will be reviewed to determine what level they are qualified for.


Qualifications

Departmental Analyst 9 - 12

Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school and the equivalent of at least two years of full-time active-duty experience at or above the E-6 level in the uniformed services may be substituted for the education requirement.

Additional Information

Serve Michigan with a Career in State Budget Office

Accounting / Auditing / Budgeting / Finance / Systems Data and Research


State Budget Office is committed to providing an inclusive work environment that encompasses a culture of empathy, understanding, and respect with diversity of thought, perspective, and experiences.


Working for State Budget Office is both rewarding and challenging.

  • Our team members work together through problem solving, collaborating, and supporting one other.
  • Idea sharing and formation is encouraged to support continued growth throughout our teams.
  • Staff are provided access to training, resources, and experienced team members.


For more information on benefits, visit www.mi.gov/employeebenefits.


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Posted on NEOGOV: 1/5/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/6/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-michigan-5184570