Organization: Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities

Agency Contact Name and Information: Caleb Skinner, OOD.TalentAcquisition@ood.ohio.gov

Unposting Date: Oct 1, 2024, 11:59:00 PM

Work Location: 150 OOD Complex: 150 East Campus View Boulevard,

Columbus, OH 43235-4604

Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Other Locations: United States of America-OHIO-Hamilton County-Cincinnati, United States of America-OHIO-Wayne County-Wooster, United States of America-OHIO-Clark County-Springfield, United States of America-OHIO-Mahoning County-Youngstown, United States of America-OHIO-Muskingum County-Zanesville, United States of America-OHIO-Licking County-Newark, United States of America-OHIO-Defiance County-Defiance, United States of America-OHIO-Scioto County-New Boston, United States of America-OHIO-Athens County-Athens, United States of America-OHIO-Montgomery County-Dayton, United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Whitehall, United States of America-OHIO-Lucas County-Toledo, United States of America-OHIO-Summit County-Akron, United States of America-OHIO-Allen County-Lima, United States of America-OHIO-Huron County-Norwalk, United States of America-OHIO-Richland County-Mansfield, United States of America-OHIO-Stark County-Canton, United States of America-OHIO-Cuyahoga County-Lakewood

Compensation: $21.97/hour (unless required by legislation)

Schedule: Full-time

Work Hours: 8:00AM - 5:00PM M-F

Classified Indicator: Classified

Union: OCSEA

 

Primary Job Skill: Accounting and Finance

Technical Skills: Bookkeeping, Accounting and Finance, Business, Customer Service, Administrative support/services

Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Collaboration, Customer Focus, Time Management, Written Communication

 

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

Accountant Examiner 2 Position Overview

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) is seeking an organized, detail-oriented professional with strong analytical skills to join our team as an Account Examiner 2 and play a key role in managing the fiscal responsibilities that support the agency’s mission of empowering individuals with disabilities.

In this role, you will work closely with Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) counseling staff, vendors, and community partners to ensure accurate and timely authorization and payment for services, ensuring the most efficient use of Ohio’s taxpayers’ dollars. Your ability to work independently and use sound judgment will be crucial as you handle transactions and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

 

Locations Available 

Defiance BSVI/BVR - 101 Clinton Suite 1100, Defiance, OH 43512

Lima BSVI/BVR - 2190 Allentown Road Lima, OH 45805

Norwalk - 134 Cleveland Road, Norwalk, OH 44857

Toledo BSVI/BVR - 5241 Southwyck Blvd., Ste. 200 Toledo, OH 43614

Akron BSVI/BVR - 172 S. Broadway, Akron, OH 44308

Lakewood (Cleveland) BSVI/BVR - 14725 Detroit Avenue, Suite 202 Lakewood, Ohio 44107

Canton BSVI/BVR - 816 30th St NW, Canton, OH 44709

Mansfield BSVI/BVR - 800 Park Avenue West Suite 105, Mansfield, OH 44906

Newark - 195 Union Street, Suite A1, Newark, OH 43055

Wooster BVR - 2148 Eagle Pass, Wooster, OH 44691

Youngstown BSVI/BVR - 242 Federal Plaza West, Youngstown, OH 44503

Zanesville BSVI/BVR - 601 Underwood St., Ste. C, Zanesville, OH 43701

Cincinnati BSVI/BVR - 895 Central Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45202

Dayton Service Office - 3401 Park Center Dr., Dayton, OH 45414

Springfield - 239 E Columbia St, Suite 50, Springfield, OH 45502

Athens BSVI/BVR - 86 Columbus Rd., Ste. 102, Athens, OH 45701

OOD Central Office - 150 E Campus View Blvd Suite 300, Columbus, OH 43235

Columbus BSVI/BVR - 4300 E. Broad St., Ste 200, Columbus, OH 43213

New Boston - 3879 Rhodes Ave 2nd Floor, New Boston, OH 45662

 

Most positions offer the flexibility of a hybrid schedule that combines working from home with regular in-office and/ or community presence. In-person work requirements may change for training, meetings, and other operational needs. Employees must reside at a location that allows for reasonable response time to workplace reporting requirements.

Daytime travel within Ohio may be required. The selected candidate must provide own transportation or, in order to operate a state vehicle, must have a valid driver’s license.

 

Accountant Examiner 2 Duties

• Review and process billings and invoices for accuracy, ensuring compliance with service codes, fee schedules, and vendor agreements.
• Verify and adjust financial authorizations based on approved budgets, policies, and staff input, ensuring proper funding is available for payments.
• Monitor and resolve outstanding accounts, including reviewing aging reports and contacting vendors to address discrepancies or billing errors.
• Input, update, and maintain financial data in electronic case management systems, ensuring accurate and timely records.
• Prepare financial reports and provide necessary documentation for audits or management review.
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders to resolve billing inquiries and provide clarification on payment processes.
• Perform general administrative tasks such as handling mail, maintaining records, and producing financial correspondence using Microsoft Office.

A Successful Accountant Examiner 2 has:

• Ability to deliver excellent customer service
• Efficient time management skills with a focus on organization, accuracy, and quality
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Ability to make decisions independently & with good judgment
• Ability to work well with a diverse group of people
• Proficiency in basic accounting and general office duties
• Ability to effectively utilize office technology and tools

Division of Fiscal Management 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.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) Mission Statement

OOD is deeply committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) and is actively engaged in continual DEIA improvement. OOD is amongst the top-ranked state agencies implementing DEIA 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 rich diversity of the Ohioans we serve. OOD is intentional in cultivating an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible environment where all voices are heard, respected, and valued, as demonstrated by the way we treat all individuals.

If you require an accommodation based on a disability for any step of the selection process, please contact OOD.DiversityandInclusion@ood.ohio.gov so proper arrangements can be made. Opportunities of Ohioans with Disabilities is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Applications and Selections

Please ensure your online application 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 MQs due to college courses, a degree, and/or relevant licensure, you must submit a copy of your unofficial transcript by the posting deadline by attaching directly on the Additional Attachments section of the application (Step 7) or via email to OOD.TalentAcquisition@ood.ohio.gov.

“See resume” is not a substitution for completing supplemental questions. Answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education sections of the application.

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.

Background Check

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.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• 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.

Qualifications

24 months' experience in position involving review & processing of claims, collections, billings, payments or review of documents for accuracy, completeness &/or compliance with reporting guidelines, laws or rules with experience commensurate to duties to be assigned.

-Or 16 semester or 24 quarter hours in accounting AND 12 months' experience in accounting or other fiscal/financial activity.

-Or 12 months' experience as Accountant/ Examiner 1, 66111, with state government experience commensurate with duties to be assigned.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Accounting and Finance, Administrative Support/ Services, Bookkeeping, Business, Customer Service, Attention to detail, Collaboration, Customer focus, Time Management, Written Communication

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.