Business Administrator 3 (PN 20082739)

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the administrative direction of the Senior Financial Manager, the Business Office Manager plans, directs, and coordinates all operations of the Business Office at the Columbus Developmental Center. This position oversees Fiscal Services, the Storeroom, and Special Projects. The manager evaluates business office support service functions including timekeeping, purchasing, client funds, Medicaid/Medicare billing, and vouchering. This role ensures compliance with state and federal regulations, provides fiscal oversight, and supports center operations through effective accounting and business practices.

Requirements

• 5 yrs. trg. or 5 yrs. exp. in accounting & auditing or business management; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in supervisory principles/techniques.
• Or completion of undergraduate core coursework in accounting or business management; 3 yrs. exp. in accounting or business management; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in supervisory principles/techniques.
• Or 12 mos. exp. as Business Administrator 2, 63316.
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
• Requires travel throughout State of Ohio & may require overnight stay.
• Must be willing & able to secure a Driver License OR supply your own transportation.
• Knowledge: Budgeting, Bookkeeping, Inventory control, Accounting, Management, employee training development, supervision, office management, Agency policies & procedures (i.e., DODD policies/ procedures, purchasing, resident funds, Business Office procedure, Government structure & process (i.e., Medicaid/Medicare regulations, OAKS, term contracts).
• Skills: Using a personal computer, Microsoft Office software, and calculator.
• Abilities: Apply principles to solve practical, everyday problems; interpret variety of instructions in written, oral, picture or schedule form; define problems, collect data, establish facts & draw valid conclusions; Mathematics: add, subtract, multiply, divide; complete routine forms; maintain accurate records; prepare meaningful, concise & accurate reports; establish friendly atmosphere as supervisor of work unit; handle sensitive inquiries from & contacts with officials & general public.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all Business Office operations, ensuring financial accuracy, segregation of duties, and compliance with regulations.
• Supervise Business Office staff, assign work, evaluate performance, approve leave and overtime, and monitor workflow.
• Develop, implement, and interpret policies related to business operations, including inventory, maintenance, client funds, and food service.
• Prepare annual and bi-annual budgets by collecting, analyzing, and formatting required data.
• Monitor expenditures for efficiency and compliance; approve purchase orders and sign checks/vouchers.
• Meet with department heads to resolve fiscal issues and ensure smooth financial operations.
• Manage Medicaid/Medicare reimbursement and oversee preparation of Medicaid cost reports for submission to central office.
• Review fiscal reports including payroll, purchasing, budget status, and cost reports.
• Administer Personal Service Contracts from purchase requests through payment.
• Serve as liaison with state accounting, state purchasing, central office, and state/federal auditors.
• Participate in committees such as executive team and Citizens Advisory Council.
• Serve as Administrator on Call and act as hearing officer for pre-disciplinary meetings.
• Establish auditing systems for client inventories and spending money.

Benefits

• 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 )

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree