Financial Support Services Associate

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

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. 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. 18 mos. exp. in accounting, auditing, finance, business administration, or related field, or financial call center work in private sector or other governmental sector; -Or completion of associate core coursework in accounting, auditing, finance, business administration or related field; -Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above. Job Skills: Accounting and Finance 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. When completing your application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this job posting. If you require reasonable accommodation for the application process, please email the Human Resources contact on this posting so arrangements can be made. The Director of OBM, or their designee, will interview all final candidates for this position. The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check as well as other investigative reviews. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position, unless restricted under state or federal law or federal restrictions. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration. Description What You'll Do: Work with a self-directed work team to establish and update state suppliers. The accounts payable (AP) position plays a crucial role in the financial operations of the state by managing the processing of invoices for a wide range of state agencies, as well as various boards and commissions. AP associates are responsible for ensuring that all financial transactions are properly documented, verified, and processed in a timely manner.\AP associates work supports the smooth operation of government functions by ensuring that payments are made to vendors, contractors, and service providers in accordance with established policies and procedures. A Successful Candidate Will: Meet or surpass the production and quality goals Work well independently and as part of a team Have strong communication skills Be flexible Have strong attention to details Financial Support Services Associates may be assigned to work in any of the following areas after extensive training: Accounts Payable, Contact Center, Travel and Expense and Supplier Operations. Supplier Operations, Accounts Payable, Travel and Expense or Contact Center. Accounts Payable: These associates handle the processing of invoices for a wide range of state agencies, as well as various boards and commissions. Contact Center: This team handles inquiries from both internal and external customers by telephone, email, and other channels while providing magical customer service. Travel and Expense: These associates process travel and expense reimbursement requests in accordance with state rules and guidelines for travelers doing state-related business. Supplier Operations: Makes updates to existing suppliers, such as name, address contact information, and tax identification changes, sets up and maintains electronic funds transfers (EFTs) for suppliers and Medicaid providers as well as other functions. This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule that combines working from home with regular in-office work. In-person work requirements may change for training, meetings, and other operational needs. This posting is for internal Office of Budget Management applicants only. What we do: The Ohio Office of Budget and Management (OBM) is the fiscal backbone of the State of Ohio enterprise. OBM works with the Governor and every state agency in providing policy analysis, fiscal research, and financial management services. We help state agencies shape Ohio’s future by ensuring the proper and responsible use of state resources! What we need: FSS Associates for the Accounts Payable Team. OBM is seeking two Financial Support Services Associate who will assist our OBM Financial Support Services (FSS) section. FSS is a business processing center that processes common administrative transactions for state agencies and business suppliers, with an emphasis on efficiency and customer service.

Requirements

• 18 mos. exp. in accounting, auditing, finance, business administration, or related field, or financial call center work in private sector or other governmental sector
• Completion of associate core coursework in accounting, auditing, finance, business administration or related field
• Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above
• Accounting and Finance Job Skills

Responsibilities

• Work with a self-directed work team to establish and update state suppliers.
• Managing the processing of invoices for a wide range of state agencies, as well as various boards and commissions.
• Ensuring that all financial transactions are properly documented, verified, and processed in a timely manner.
• Supports the smooth operation of government functions by ensuring that payments are made to vendors, contractors, and service providers in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Handle the processing of invoices for a wide range of state agencies, as well as various boards and commissions.
• Handle inquiries from both internal and external customers by telephone, email, and other channels while providing magical customer service.
• Process travel and expense reimbursement requests in accordance with state rules and guidelines for travelers doing state-related business.
• Makes updates to existing suppliers, such as name, address contact information, and tax identification changes, sets up and maintains electronic funds transfers (EFTs) for suppliers and Medicaid providers as well as other functions.

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: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree