External Auditor 2 at Ohio Department of Administrative Services

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Dec, 25

Salary

93059.0

Posted On

16 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Auditing, Accounting, Data Analytics, Research, Risk Management, Technical Writing, Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Written Communication, Confidentiality

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Now accepting applications from current Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities employees only. External Auditor 2 Position Overview: At Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD), we are committed to empowering individuals with disabilities to achieve their personal and professional goals. As an External Auditor 2, you will play an important role in ensuring the financial integrity and compliance of the programs and services we provide to our clients. In this position, you will conduct routine and non-routine audits of OOD's programs and the providers who receive financial resources from us. This involves examining financial records, verifying the accuracy of transactions, and assessing the effectiveness of internal controls. Your work will help identify areas for improvement, mitigate risks, and ensure that our organization and our partners are meeting all applicable laws, regulations, and policies. As an External Auditor 2, you will work collaboratively with your team and OOD leadership to plan and execute audits, analyze data, and prepare comprehensive reports. You will also provide resources or references to agency staff and contractors, and/or providers to help them understand the importance of financial controls and compliance. Your expertise in accounting, auditing, and data analysis will be important in supporting OOD's mission and ensuring the responsible stewardship of public funds. To be successful in this role, you should have a strong background in auditing or accounting, with experience conducting audits in accordance with professional standards. You should also possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills, as well as keen attention to detail. A passion for public service and a commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of individuals with disabilities are also highly desirable. If you are ready to join a dynamic organization that is dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Division of Fiscal Management 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. Pay Information Starting salary will be step 1, subject to law or union contract requirements. New hires advance to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. There are cost of living increases to these rates each year and additional longevity supplements begin after 5 years. The current wage progression for this position is in the table below. Months of Employment At Hire 6 months 18 months 30 months 42 months 54 Months 66 Months 78 Months 90 Months Pay Range Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Step 8 Step 9 OCSEA 32 Hourly $30.55 $31.88 $33.52 $35.15 $36.90 $38.70 $40.59 $42.62 $44.74 Annual $63,544.00 $66,310.00 $69,722.00 $73,112.00 $76,752.00 $80,496.00 $84,427.00 $88,650.00 $93,059.00 Location Requirements This position is available in the following locations: Defiance BSVI/BVR - 101 Clinton Suite 1100, Defiance, OH 43512 Lima BSVI/BVR - 2190 Allentown Road Lima, OH 45805 Norwalk - 105 Cleveland Road, Suite A, Norwalk, OH 44857 Toledo BSVI/BVR - 5241 Southwyck Blvd., Ste. 200 Toledo, OH 43614 Akron BSVI/BVR - 172 S. Broadway, Akron, OH 44308 Lakewood (Cleveland) BSVI/BVR - 14725 Detroit Avenue, Suite 202 Lakewood, Ohio 44107 Canton BSVI/BVR - 816 30th St NW, Canton, OH 44709 Mansfield BSVI/BVR - 800 Park Avenue West Suite 105, Mansfield, OH 44906 Newark - 195 Union Street, Suite A1, Newark, OH 43055 Wooster BVR - 2148 Eagle Pass, Wooster, OH 44691 Youngstown BSVI/BVR - 242 Federal Plaza West, Youngstown, OH 44503 Zanesville BSVI/BVR - 601 Underwood St., Ste. C, Zanesville, OH 43701 Dayton Service Office - 3401 Park Center Dr., Dayton, OH 45414 Springfield - 239 E Columbia St, Suite 50, Springfield, OH 45502 Athens BSVI/BVR - 86 Columbus Rd., Ste. 102, Athens, OH 45701 OOD Central Office - 150 E Campus View Blvd Suite 300, Columbus, OH 43235 OOD West Chester - 9650 Cincinnati Columbus Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45241 OOD Cincinnati North - 11150 Woodward Lane Cincinnati, OH 45241 Cincinnati West OOD - 2300 Montana Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45211 Portsmouth - 1001 4th Street, Portsmouth, OH 45662 We are increasing our in-office presence to 5 days per week across all OOD locations as space permits. The transition timeline for each office is being determined and more information will be provided by the supervisor before the start date. Employees must reside at a location that allows for reasonable response time to workplace reporting requirements. Daytime travel within Ohio may be required. The selected candidate must provide own transportation or, in order to operate a state vehicle, must have a valid driver’s license. Applications and Selections 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. If you meet the MQs through education, transcripts are required for consideration by attaching directly on the Additional Attachments section of the application (Step 7) or via email to OOD.TalentAcquisition@ood.ohio.gov. “See resume” is not a substitution for completing work experience and/or supplemental questions. Answers to the supplemental questions must also be supported by the work experience/education sections of the application. If "See Resume" is used in place of work experience, your application may not be considered. 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 careers@ohio.gov. This position shall be filled in accordance with the provisions of the OCSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement. The selection process consists of an online assessment and a remote structured interview. 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. 4 years' experience in auditing or accounting which must have included 2 years' auditing experience in accordance with auditing standards or in accordance with prescribed management policies and/or procedures as specified on agency position description. -Or completion of undergraduate core coursework in accounting, business administration, computer science or related field AND 24 months' experience in auditing or accounting which must have included 12 months' auditing experience in accordance with auditing standards or in accordance with prescribed management policies and/or procedures as specified on agency position description. -Or 12 months' experience as External Auditor 1, 66461. -Or equivalent of education and/or experience per Minimum Class Qualifications noted above. Job Skills: Auditing, Accounting and Finance, Data Analytics, Research, Risk Management, Technical Writing, Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Written Communication, Confidentiality

Responsibilities

Conduct routine and non-routine audits of OOD's programs and the providers who receive financial resources. Analyze data and prepare comprehensive reports to ensure financial integrity and compliance.