Financial Reporting Specialist

Franklin County Auditor's Office; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Public Loan Forgiveness

Education Reimbursement

Free Parking/COTA Pass

Wellness Incentives

Paid Holidays & Leave

Hybrid Work Schedule

Diversity & Inclusion

Job summary

Franklin County Auditor’s Office is seeking a Financial Reporting Specialist to join the Financial Reporting team in Columbus, OH. The role focuses on ledger maintenance and the preparation of detailed financial reports for internal stakeholders and external compliance.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, at least two years of related accounting experience, and a valid Ohio driver’s license. The position is full-time with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance from an accredited college or university.
• Two or more years of related accounting experience and/or training.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger and prepare various reports (e.g., payroll and treasury journal entries, daily cash reports, and monthly cash balance analyses).
• Prepare annual reports and ACFR work papers, adjustments, and note disclosures.
• Monitor capital assets and coordinate inventories; conduct asset tagging and physical inspections as needed.
• Respond to agency information requests with analysis and customized reports.
• Maintain records for journal entries, capital assets, and record retention guidelines; assist in payroll and accounts payable tasks.

Skills

Accounting experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Job description

Compensation: Starting at $57,200.00

Employment Status: Full-time

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

The Franklin County Auditor’s Office is seeking a Financial Reporting Specialist to join the Financial Reporting team.

Who are we?

The Franklin County Auditor’s Office is dedicated to serving the community by ensuring fairness and accuracy in weight and measures across the county. Our mission is to protect and empower consumers, making sure they receive what they rightfully pay for at gas pumps and retail store scanners. As a trusted steward of county finances, we strive to promote fiscal responsibility and innovative initiatives that benefit all residents of Franklin County.

In addition to these important responsibilities, we assess property values to determine fair property taxes, while also working to provide tax relief for senior and citizens who are disabled. We understand the importance of supporting vulnerable populations and strive to make the process as accessible and accommodating as possible.

We are committed to upholding state regulations by ensuring that our furry friends are licensed. As required by state law, we proudly license dogs, recognizing the significance of responsible pet ownership within our community.

At the Franklin County Auditor’s Office, we value the diversity of our residents and businesses and strive to create an environment of fairness, inclusivity, and equity in all our endeavors.

What will you do?

Responsible for maintaining the general ledger and compiling and preparing various reports (e.g., approves journal entries initiated by the Recorder’s Office, generates and distributes daily reporting of the County’s deposits; reviews and approves all Payroll and Treasury initiated electronic fund transfer journal entries; generates journal entries for corrections and adjustments; generates and publishes the monthly cash balancing reporting documents serves as the primary contact for the Treasurer’s Office regarding the daily and monthly cash variances; generates and distributes daily reports of issued payments; generates and distributes monthly appropriation status reports, including review for negative appropriations; processes contract retainage transactions; etc.).

Compiles and prepares annual reports and audits (e.g., prepares assigned ACFR work papers, adjustments, and note disclosures; posts entries to “ACFR Unlimited”, etc.); prepares assigned ACFR work papers, adjustments, and note disclosures.

Monitors capital assets, materials, and supplies (e.g., coordinates and executes all materials and supplies, tools, equipment, machinery, and capital asset inventories associated with County agencies. Performs physical inspections of County capital assets as needed; identifies, tags and records capital assets.

Responds to agency requests for information, analysis, and customized reporting; assists with training agencies on inquiries and financial reports.

Maintains files for records of journal entries, capital assets, etc.; organizes files for moving records to storage; maintains files for miscellaneous assigned tasks. Assists in maintaining record retention guidelines for the Fiscal Services Division; organizes inventory and manages records for the Fiscal Services Division; and posts notification of records to be destroyed and arranges for record destruction; arranges for moving records to warehouse for storage. Maintains copies, preferable electronic, of public records requests in one central location.

Performs duties as requested within other areas of the Fiscal Services Division including payroll functions such as taxes, employee deductions, reporting, etc.; accounts payable entry and processing; etc.

Who should apply?

We encourage individuals with a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance from an accredited college or university; two (2) or more years of related accounting experience and/or training preferred; or any combination of training, education, or experience which provides the desired knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Must possess and maintain valid Ohio driver's license and have an acceptable driving record; must comply with the FCAO Driving Policy.

We believe in the power of diversity and inclusivity, and we want to create an exciting and equitable environment for all. You belong here, and we encourage you to apply today!

Why should you work here?

We believe in providing an exceptional benefits package that recognizes the value of our employees. Some of our benefits include:

• Healthcare: We offer a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with low-cost deductibles.


• Public Loan Forgiveness: As a public employee, your student loans can be forgiven after making the required monthly qualifying payments.


• Education Reimbursement & Training: We invest in your growth and development by allowing you to expand your skills.


• Free-Parking Program/COTA Buss Pass: Take advantage of the free parking program available through a lottery process annually; employees of the County get free weekday access to the Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) system.


• Wellness Incentive Program: Our wellness incentive program rewards you with monetary incentives for engaging in healthy activities and maintaining a balanced lifestyle.


• Generous Time Off: You deserve time for yourself and your loved ones. Enjoy 32 hours of personal leave per calendar year, 2 floating holidays, and 12 paid holidays annually. Additionally, accumulate sick and vacation leave for well-deserved breaks.


• Hybrid Work Schedule: We understand the importance of work-life harmony. For most positions, we offer a hybrid work schedule that allows flexibility where you work, promoting a healthy integration of personal and professional life.


• Emphasis on Diversity and Inclusivity: We celebrate and embrace diversity in all its forms. Our office is committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment where everyone feels valued and empowered.