Financial Associate - PN 20009460 & 20099689

@ Ohio Department of Administrative Services

Job Overview

The Financial Associate position at Ohio Department of Administrative Services supports the processing and analysis of monthly claims for USDA Nutrition Programs. This role involves posting payments, verifying payment claims via systems such as CPS and OAKS, and assisting both internal and external customers using CRRS.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and process monthly claims for USDA Nutrition Programs.
• Post payments, research payment information, and ensure timely disbursement.
• Verify data accuracy using automated systems and reports.
• Assist customers with reimbursement queries and report generation.
• Support fund recovery tasks and reconcile data between CRRS, OAKS, and FNS.
• Review financial statements and supporting documents for new sponsors.
• Manage office records and serve as a customer service backup.

Work Location

This position is located at 25 South Front Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215. The role requires full-time on-site presence with possible in-person reporting during initial training if filled by an internal candidate with telework agreement.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates should have completed an associate core program in business administration, accounting, finance, or related field OR possess corresponding experience or technical training in accounting. Basic spreadsheet proficiency is required.

Key skills/competency

Financial Associate, claims, payments, USDA, CRRS, OAKS, reconciliation, spreadsheets, customer service, accounting