Financial Associate

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 49,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) seeks a Financial Associate to join the Fiscal team. You will handle accounting tasks, data entry, and customer service to support financial operations and ensure accurate records.

The role emphasizes detail-oriented analysis, effective communication with vendors and internal stakeholders, and using accounting software to maintain records. In-office placement with standard hours and union representation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 months experience or 18 months training in accounting/finance including basic spreadsheet usage.
• Experience with accounts payable/receivable and financial data is required.
• Strong numeric and analytical skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, compile, and verify financial data for AP/AR.
• Generate reports to monitor payment status and identify issues.
• Review invoices and assist with vouchers processing.
• Investigate returned checks and corrective actions.
• Process case service payments and help customers with account questions.

Skills

Accounting and Finance

Mathematical Ability

Clerical & Data Entry

Communications

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Critical Thinking

Customer Focus

Problem Solving

Time Management

Education

Associate core program in business administration, accounting, finance or related field

High school technical program in accounting

Tools

Accounting software

Spreadsheet software

Job description

Organization

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities

Agency Contact Name and Information : Vanessa Roach, [e-mail]

Unposting Date

Oct 12, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

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)

Schedule

Full-time

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

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

Agency Overview

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 .

Follow us on social media @OhioOOD!

Job Description

Financial Associate Position Overview

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.

Financial Associate Duties

• 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

A Successful Financial Associate

• 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
• Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities does not provide sponsorship for employment-based visas or work authorization.

Fiscal Division Overview

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.

Pay Information

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. 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

Pay Range

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Step 5

Step 6

Step 7

OCSEA 28

Hourly

$23.65

$24.27

$24.88

$25.61

$26.54

$27.56

$28.76

Annual

$49,192.00

$50,482.00

$51,750.00

$53,269.00

$55,203.00

$57,325.00

$59,821.00

Location Requirements

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.

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.

Job Skills: Accounting and Finance, Clerical and Data Entry, Communications, Mathematical Ability, Customer Service, Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking, Customer Focus, Problem Solving, Time Management

Supplemental Information

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

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.

Accommodation

If you require an accommodation based on a disability for any step of the selection process, please contact [e-mail] so proper arrangements can be made.

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.