Financial Associate
The Global Institute for Health and Human Rights
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Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities is seeking an experienced Financial Associate to join our Fiscal team in Columbus, OH. You will handle accounting tasks, payable/receivable processing, and customer inquiries to ensure financial accuracy and timely payments.
The role emphasizes analytical, detail‑oriented work with strong communication skills and proficiency in accounting software and spreadsheets. Salary starts at competitive rates; on‑site position with benefits.
Qualifications
- 18 months experience or 18 months training in accounting and/or finance to include a basic level of experience in spreadsheet software.
- Or completion of high school technical program in accounting and 6 months experience or 6 months training in accounting or finance to include a basic level of experience in spreadsheet software.
- Or completion of associate core program in business administration, accounting, finance or related field.
- Or equivalent of education and/or experience per Minimum Class Qualifications noted above.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, compile, and verify financial data related to accounts payable and accounts receivable
- Generate reports to monitor and identify problems preventing timely payment
- Review invoices and assist with processing vouchers
- Investigate returned checks and take appropriate action
- Process case service payments
- Assist customers with account‑related questions and resolve any issues
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Job description
Organization: Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities
Schedule: Full-time
Work Location: 150 OOD Cmplx 150 East Campus View Boulevard Columbus 43235-4604
Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Compensation: $23.65/hour (unless required by legislation)
Classified Indicator: Classified
Union: OCSEA
Primary Job Skill: Accounting and Finance
Technical Skills: Mathematical Ability, Clerical & Data Entry, Communications, Customer Service
Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking, Customer Focus, Problem Solving, Time Management
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 at ood.ohio.gov.
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Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities is seeking an experienced Financial Associate to join our Fiscal team. In this position, you will be responsible for a variety of accounting and customer service duties that are essential to the smooth functioning of our organization. This is a great opportunity for a detail‑oriented, analytical, and customer‑focused professional to contribute to the financial success of our organization. If you have a passion for accounting and a drive to develop your skills, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role.
- Prepare, compile, and verify financial data related to accounts payable and accounts receivable
- Generate reports to monitor and identify problems preventing timely payment
- Review invoices and assist with processing vouchers
- Investigate returned checks and take appropriate action
- Process case service payments
- Assist customers with account‑related questions and resolve any issues
- Proficiency in using accounting software, spreadsheets, and other office technologies
- Ability to analyze financial data, identify problems, and recommend solutions
- Excellent numerical and analytical skills
- Outstanding attention to detail and accuracy in maintaining financial records
- Effective communication and customer service skills to interpret and concisely explain financial information to vendors and internal stakeholders
Knowledge of general accounting
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.
Our roles are primarily in‑office to encourage collaboration and connection, however some locations may have adjusted on‑site requirements based on space availability at this time. Reporting details will be provided by the supervisor before the start date. Employees must reside at a location that allows for reasonable response time to workplace reporting requirements.
Please ensure your online application and work experience clearly indicates how you meet minimum qualifications (MQs). Applications that fail to demonstrate how they meet minimum qualifications will not be considered. If you meet the MQs through education, transcripts are required for consideration by attaching directly on the Additional Attachments section of the application (Step 7) or via email to OOD.TalentAcquisition@ood.ohio.gov.
Applicants can check their application status and all vacancy‑related email correspondence on “My Jobpage.” On the Careers.Ohio.Gov job search webpage, once signed in the link to My Jobpage is displayed under the TeamOhio logo. Applicants who require technical assistance (e.g., issues logging in or other system‑related issues) should contact careers@ohio.gov.
This position shall be filled in accordance with the provisions of the OCSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement. The selection process consists of an online assessment and a remote structured interview. All communications are sent via email. Candidates should make sure their account contains an email address that is checked regularly including checking junk and/or spam.
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.
- 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.
18 months experience or 18 months training in accounting and/or finance to include a basic level of experience in spreadsheet software.
- Or completion of high school technical program in accounting and 6 months experience or 6 months training in accounting or finance to include a basic level of experience in spreadsheet software.
- Or completion of associate core program in business administration, accounting, finance or related field.
- Or equivalent of education and/or experience per Minimum Class Qualifications noted above.
Accounting and Finance, Clerical and Data Entry, Communications, Mathematical Ability, Customer Service, Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking, Customer Focus, Problem Solving, Time Management
Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is amongst the top‑ranked state agencies implementing inclusive and accessible planning and programming into businesses operations and services. We strive to hire, sustain, and promote a workforce that not only embraces this mission but is also reflective of the Ohioans we serve.
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.
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.
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