Financial Analyst

Primary Location:United States of America-OHIO-Brown County-GeorgetownWork Locations:Southern Ohio Veteran's Home 2003 Veterans Boulevard Georgetown 45121-0000Organization:Veterans Services GeorgetownClassified Indicator:ClassifiedBargaining Unit / Exempt:Bargaining UnitSchedule:Full-timeWork Hours:0800 - 1630Compensation:$23.49/hrUnposting Date:Nov 25, 2023, 10:59:00 PMPrimary Job Skill:Accounting and FinanceTechnical Skills:Budgeting, Data Analytics, Data Entry, Accounting and FinanceProfessional Skills:Attention to Detail, Interpreting Data, Problem Solving, Time ManagementAgency Contact Name:Candice StiversAgency Contact Information:Candice.Stivers@dvs.ohio.govFinancial Analyst(23000B2Z)Job DutiesPeople like you are theHEARTof the Ohio Veterans Homes!Find a job that makes a lasting difference in the lives of veterans and gives you the work/life balance you want.WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?Competitive starting wages and sign-on bonusesExceptional paid time off & holidaysFull-time ... part-time opportunitiesLow Nurse-to-Patient ratiosIndustry-leading health benefits – visit https://careers.ohio.gov/why-work-for-state-of-ohioTuition reimbursement & professional developmentLifetime income for those who retire from ODVSWHO ARE WE?The Ohio Department of Veterans Services is a State of Ohio employer and working at the Ohio Veterans Homes is clearly more than "just a job" — it is a privilege to serve our families, friends and neighbors who rely on us throughout our great state. We pride ourselves in providing superior care to Ohio's veterans.At the Ohio Veterans Homes, we take pride in "Serving Those Who Served." We are a team of dedicated public servants committed to high performance, innovative thinking and delivering excellent and efficient services for our veterans. The Ohio Veterans Home in Sandusky is a 427-bed nursing home facility with multiple levels of care and multiple shifts available.Want to learn more about what we do? Visit Come Work With Us | Department of Veterans Services (ohio.gov)JOB TITLE JOB DETAILS:Starting Hourly Pay: $23.49 with multiple pay increases over your first years of service to $30.55 per hour.Superior medical coverage starts the 1st of the month following start dateDental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after eligibility period dependent on union representation.Generous Benefits package including vacation, sick, holiday, and personal leave.OPERS retirement - The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary.KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIESResponsibilities include but are not limited to:Under general supervision coordinates, oversees & processes procurement of all necessary supplies, materials, and equipment; coordinates & works to complete personal service contracts, memorandum of understanding (MOU), & amendment development for the procurement of servicesAssists in development & processing of documents for competitive opportunities;Reviews requests to purchase for appropriateness & accuracy;Enters purchase requisitions in OAKS/ OhioBuys; examines, distributes & monitors requisitions, purchase orders & contracts;Evaluates vendor compliance with contracts for quality, delivery timelines & merchandise &/or services provided;Follows Department of Administrative Services (DAS) & Office of Budget & Management (OBM) policies & procedures for procurement and asset management & ensures DVS complies;Provides compliance review for MBE/EDGE set-aside, end of year fiscal activities, reconciling encumbrances, & threshold monitoring; provides guidance to DVS staff regarding MBE set-aside (e.g., where to find vendors list, requirements for a set aside purchase, etc.);Researches & responds to complex inquiries from vendors, DVS staff, & other government agencies; reviews information for DAS release & permit requests & Controlling Board requests;Follows up with additional information when needed; prepares & supports requests as directed; purchases goods & services with payment card.Receives goods & determines if asset tag or security label is appropriate; provides assistance to reconcile physical inventory to OAKS; prepares and analyzes monthly financial reports (e.g., gathers data, makes calculations, enters data into computer, generates reports in Excel.);Examines &/or analyzes accounting records, department expenditures, reports, or other financial information to assess accuracy, completeness, & conformance to reporting & procedural standards; assists supervisor in providing training; provides input to supervisor for possible updates to policies & procedures;Coordinates travel arrangements (including flights, hotel and ground transportation) for agency staff using state payment card; ensures receipt of proper documentation & compliance with OBM travel rule prior to purchase.Performs other related accounting duties as assigned, which include but are not limited to, responding to calls of a fiscal nature & other duties to ensure operational efficiency in the fiscal section; all other duties as assigned.If you are ready for the next great step in your career……Come join us!Applications must be received no later than 11:59PM of the posting deadline date listed. Applications received after 11:59PM on the deadline date will not be considered. Applications must be submitted online at http://careers.ohio.gov. Paper applications will not be accepted or considered.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. To request an accommodation, please send an email toADA@dvs.ohio.gov.QualificationsCompletion of undergraduate core program in business administration, accounting, finance or related field; 6 mos. exp. or 6 mos. trg. in accounting &/or finance to include an intermediate level of experience in spreadsheet software.Or 30 mos. exp. or 30 mos. trg. in accounting &/or finance to include an intermediate level of experience in spreadsheet software.Or 12 mos. exp. as Financial Associate, 66561.Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.NOTE: Successful completion of the Fiscal Academy may be substituted for 4 mos. of required accounting/fiscal experience referenced in this portion of the minimum qualifications.Job Skills:Accounting and Finance, Data Entry, Budgeting, Data Analytics, Attention to Detail, Interpreting Data, Time Management, Problem SolvingKnowledge of (1) accounting; (2) applicable state &/or federal laws, rules, procedures & standards governing fiscal operations*; (3) ERP systems* (e.g., OAKS FIN) &/or federal accounting system*; (4) purchasing*; (5) budgeting. Skill in (6) use of calculator, electronic devices (e.g., computer, tablet, cell phone) & applicable software applications (e.g., spreadsheets, databases, word processing), multi-purpose work centers; (7) OAKS BI reporting*. Ability to (8) define problems, collect & analyze data, establish facts & draw valid conclusions; (9) prepare &/or edit financial reports, records, &/or correspondence; (10) gather, collate & classify information about data, people or things; (11) concentrate with attention to detail; deal with many variables & determine specific action; (12) collaborate with co-workers on group projects &/or respond to confidential & sensitive inquiries from employees, public & government officials.(*)Developed after employment.In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. The applicant is required to provide details of minimum qualifications on the application form. Failure to do so will prohibit consideration of the applicant. New hires agree to participate in the State of Ohio Direct Deposit of Paycheck Program per Section 124.151(B) of the Ohio Revised Code.Unless otherwise required by legislation or union contract, starting salary will be set at the lowest rate of the salary range with gradual increases after completing probation and following successful annual performance evaluations.The State of Ohio is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider of ADA Services. The Ohio Department of Veterans Services does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status and/or military status in employment or the provision of services.NOTE: Those who are contacted for an interview should inform the Ohio Veterans Home Office of Human Resources as soon as possible if, as a result of a disability, they will need an accommodation to participate in any phase of the interview process. Such notice will not affect your eligibility to apply for this position.Background Check InformationThe final applicant selected for this position may be required to submit to urinalysis prior to an appointment to test for illegal drug use. The State will decline to extend a final offer of employment to any applicant with a verified positive test result. Also, an applicant with a positive test result will not be considered for any position with the State of Ohio for a period of one year (not applicable to current state employees).Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal records check as required by Section 3721.121 of the Ohio Revised Code. Applicants who have been convicted of or pleaded guilty to any of the offenses listed in 3721.121 (C)(1)(a) may be excluded from consideration.In accordance with the Ohio Revised Code Section 125.151 (B), all employees whose employment commenced on or after June 5, 2002, and is paid by a warrant issued by the Auditor of State, must have his or her compensation directly deposited in the institution of their choice.#J-18808-LjbffrShow full descriptionCollapse