Financial Associate Intern

Financial Associate Intern Position Overview

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities is seeking a Financial Associate Intern to join our Fiscal team. In this position, you will be responsible for a variety of accounting and customer service duties that are essential to the smooth functioning of our organization. This is a great opportunity for a detail-oriented, analytical, and customer-focused professional to contribute to the financial success of our organization. If you have a passion for accounting and a drive to develop your skills, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role.

Financial Associate Intern Duties

Prepare, compile, and verify financial data related to accounts payable and accounts receivable

Generate reports to monitor and identify problems preventing timely payments

Review invoices and assist with processing vouchers

Investigate returned checks and take appropriate action

Process case service payments

Assist customers with account-related questions and resolve any issues A Successful Financial Associate Intern Has

Proficiency in using accounting software, spreadsheets, and other office technologies

Ability to analyze financial data, identify problems, and recommend solutions

Excellent numerical and analytical skills

Outstanding attention to detail and accuracy in maintaining financial records

Effective communication and customer service skills to interpret and concisely explain financial information to vendors and internal stakeholders

Knowledge of general accounting

Experience with monthly reconciliations Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

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.

Schedule and Hours

Approximately 20 hours per week in office at 150 E. Campus View Blvd., Columbus, Ohio working same in-office hours as the Finance Team for 8 hour days during the summer with the potential for continuation during the school year.

16 hours during 1st week of pay period - Wednesday & Thursday (8 hours each day between 7:30-5:00 p.m.)

24 hours the 2nd week of the pay period - Monday, Tuesday & Friday (8 hours each day between 7:30-5:00 p.m.) Pay Information

Salary will be step 1, $22.96/hour, subject to law or union contract requirements. This position is not eligible for medical benefits.

Applications and Selections

The selections process consists of a remote interview. Please ensure your online application and work experience clearly indicates how you meet minimum qualifications (MQs).Applications that fail to demonstrate how they meet minimum qualifications will not be considered.Transcripts are REQUIRED for consideration for this position. 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 .

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 .

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.

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

-18 months experience or 18 months training in accounting &/or finance to include a basic level of experience in spreadsheet software.

-OR completion of high school technical program in accounting AND 6 months experience or 6 months training in accounting or finance to include a basic level of experience in spreadsheet software.

-OR completion of associate core program in business administration, accounting, finance or related field.

-OR equivalent of education and/or experience per Minimum Class Qualifications noted above.

Job Skills: Accounting and Finance, Clerical & Data Entry, Communications, Customer Service, Mathematical Ability, Critical Thinking, Attention to Detail, Problem Solving, Customer Focus, Time Management