Financial Associate (PN 20014328)

Who We Are Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans. Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish. T he Office of Financial Affairs assists in the establishment of Ohio Department of Health's (ODH) long- and short-range fiscal goals and objectives. The office provides the agency with the overall fiscal administration support through its various unit operations including accounting, purchasing, budgeting and grants administration. The office oversees the department's Compliance and Accountability Unit and biennial budget process; provides technical assistance to agency decision makers and provides daily monitoring and analysis of agency spending trends. What You'll Do The Office of Financial Affairs is seeking a detail-oriented Financial Associate to support the financial operation of the Ohio Department of Health. This position offers an opportunity to apply your accounting knowledge in a collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities: Review and process invoices, expenses reports, refunds and other financial documents, verifying amounts, account codes, and supporting information. Prepare payment documents and enter transactions into accounting systems. Maintain and update financial records, spreadsheets, databases, and ledgers. Reconcile accounts, identify discrepancies, and work with vendors and customers to resolve issues. Gather financial data and assist with preparing accounting reports. Collaborate with accounting staff to support accounts payable, accounts receivable, revenue processing and other daily assignments. Respond to inquiries, prepares correspondence, and organize financial documents. Additional Information Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This is an hourly position , with a pay range of # on the OCSEA Pay Range Schedule. Unless required by legislation, the selected candidate will begin at Pay Grade 28, Step 1 of the OCSEA Pay Range Schedule ($23.65 per hour), with an opportunity for pay increase after six months ($24.27 per hour) of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter. Application Procedures: We only accept applications submitted online through this portal (careers.ohio.gov). To be evaluated for the role, your application must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications and/or position specific minimum qualifications. We cannot give credit for experience, education, or training unless it is explicitly stated in the application. An assessment of these criteria may be conducted to determine the applicants who are interviewed. ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR APPLICATION. Status of Posted Position: You may check the status of your application by signing in to your profile on this website (careers.ohio.gov). We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application. Background Check Information: The final candidate selected for this 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. Educational Transcript Requirements: Official educational transcripts are required for all post-secondary education claimed on the application before a formal job offer can be made. Transcripts must be provided within five (5) working days of the request; failure to provide them will cause elimination from further consideration. Transcripts must be originals sent directly from the institution featuring an institutional watermark, ink stamp, or embossed stamp. Web printouts will not be accepted. ODH reserves the right to evaluate the credibility of any degree or educational institution.