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Fiscal Officer

Company:
Ohio State University
Location:
Columbus, OH, 43201
Posted:
September 25, 2025
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Job Title:

Fiscal Officer

Department:

Engineering College Administration

The Financial Operations Specialist 3 under the direction of the Director, Financial Operations provides fiscal and procurement guidance and support within the College of Engineering. Serves as cost center manager in assigned department and/or unit and reviews and approves procurement, travel and fiscal transactions in Workday. Serves as contact for day-to-day fiscal administration for assigned department and/or unit. As a part of the Fiscal Team you’re to ensure compliance and efficient processing of fiscal transactions. Partners with HR Consultant(s) to ensure accurate processing of personnel appointments including funding. Initiates Costing allocations and PAAs for College of Engineering. Works as a team member to provide high level customer service to faculty, staff, and students, ensuring processing is timely, efficient, accurate and in compliance. Manages reconciliation for time and effort report in the College of Engineering, assists with reconciliation of GL, payroll processing, costing allocation updates, etc. Partners with the Director, Financial Operations and manages various payroll entries and processes (e.g., FAA, ODP, etc.). Prepares and analyzes fiscal data for College metrics. Works closely with Business Manager(s) to review and understand available budget. Ensures all University and College policies are followed, ensures supporting documentation conforms to university guidelines. As directed by the College Internal Control structure, ensures segregation of duties in the processing of every transaction, appropriate mandatory approvals and reconciliation.

Required Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate field or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Desired Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related area or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Experience in accounting/billing processes required. Knowledge of university human resource and fiscal policies and procedures desired. University Workday experience desired.

Additional Information:

Required: Resume & Cover Letter

Hiring Range: $64,900 - $84,850

The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, education, years of experience, internal equity, etc.

Location:

Bolz Hall (0146)

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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