Fiscal Assistant II - EXAM

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　　Fiscal Assistant II - EXAM

　　Salary

　　$19.35 - $32.22 Hourly

　　Location

　　Varies by position

　　Job Type

　　Full-time

　　Job Number

　　24-1233-C1

　　Department

　　60 Department of Public Utilities

　　Division

　　Office of the Public Utilities Director

　　Opening Date

　　01/22/2024

　　Closing Date

　　2/9/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Questions

　　Definition

　　Under direction, is responsible for performing advanced level fiscal and accounting support functions; performs related duties as required.

　　Examples of Work

　　(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)

　　Assists in the preparation of budget estimates and quarterly budget reviews; assists in the completion of all grant fiscal reporting requirements such as time studies and quarterly reports;

　　Assists in the preparation and proofing of various documents such as legislation, contracts, proposals, and bid solicitation packages;

　　Leads or participates on special projects of a fiscal or related nature;

　　Reviews records, cash payment stubs and computer-generated reports for potential problems;

　　Utilizes an automated accounting system to perform various accounting, purchasing and other fiscal related transactions;

　　Checks balances of billings and revenues by comparing money received with amounts registered, balancing books when errors are detected;

　　Prepares various complex accounting, financial and statistical reports using spreadsheets, databases, and word processing software applications;

　　Prepares, tracks, and monitors the status and compliance of contracts or professional service agreements;

　　Researches damage or miscellaneous claims to determine appropriate party to be billed; prepares and sends bills;

　　Assists in the resolution of fiscal problems by performing qualitative reviews;

　　Contacts insurance companies, hospitals, doctor's offices, patients and family or care givers of patients in order to obtain information necessary to settle fees;

　　Determines fees owed by patients using a sliding fee scale based on household income and other criteria; prepares and sends bills to be sent to patient's address; meets with patients to establish payment plan if necessary;

　　Recommends adjustments and write-offs on accounts considered uncollectible;

　　Prepares journal entries and expenditure corrections;

　　Collects and compiles monthly mileage sheets and prepares summary report to be sent to the Auditor's Office for reimbursement;

　　Reconciles agency's fiscal records with the City's automated accounting system;

　　Codes and enters all account payables and receivables into an automated system using fund, index and object level codes;

　　May have lead or supervisory responsibilities.

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Completion of the twelfth school grade and four (4) years of general office experience, which included some fiscal or financial record keeping, bookkeeping, purchasing, or procurement. Substitution(s): A certificate of high school equivalence (GED) will be accepted in lieu of a high school diploma. College training in accounting or business may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis (30 semester/45 quarter credit hours equals one (1) year).

　　Test/Job Contact Information

　　The names of the applicants passing this administration of this exam will be used to create aNEW, OPEN COMPETITIVE, eligible list for this classification. If you are interested in having your name included on the new eligible list, you will need to apply for this exam within the filing period and successfully complete all phases of the testing process. Questions regarding this process can be directed to the Test Center at 614-645-7439.

　　The examination process will consist of a computerized exam weighted 100% covering Time Sharing, Applying Policies, Mathematics, Bank Reconciliation, Petty Cash, Outlook, Excel, and Word (2010).

　　The exam is expected to be administered in late February, early March. Approved applicants will be notified by mail/email of their scheduled test date and time.

　　All applicants must complete all phases of the testing process in order to receive a final score. The names of all candidates who pass this examination will remain on the eligible list for two years, unless the eligible list is replaced prior to or extended beyond the two years. If a candidate's name is certified and the candidate is to be considered for employment, the hiring process will include one or more interviews, a criminal background check, and a pre-employment drug test.

　　The certification process will be: Fixed Band

　　The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer

　　Applicants may inspect and acquire a copy of the City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities EEO Plan by visiting the DPU website athttp://utilities.columbus.gov/.

　　The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the City's Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:

　　Medical

　　Dental

　　Vision

　　Short-term Disability

　　Life Insurance

　　Wellness Program

　　Tuition Reimbursement

　　Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the City's human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information.

　　01

　　Have you completed the twelfth school grade, possess a high school diploma, or possess a GED?

　　Yes

　　No

　　02

　　How many years of general office experience, which includes some fiscal or financial record keeping, bookkeeping, purchasing, or procurement, do you have?

　　I have four (4) or more years of experience.

　　I have at least three (3) years of experience.

　　I have at least two (2) years of experience.

　　I have at least one (1) year of experience.

　　I have less than one (1) year of experience.

　　03

　　Did you include all of your relevant work experience and job duties that demonstrate you meet the minimum qualifications for the job? If no, return to the "Work" section of this application and add relevant work experience and job duties. Note: A resume' attachment does not substitute for including the relevant information in the "Work" section of this application.

　　o Yes, I listed every job and job duty in the "Work" section of this application that demonstrates that I meet the minimum experience qualifications for the job.

　　o No, I do not meet all of the minimum experience qualifications for the job.

　　04

　　How many years (30 semester or 45 quarter hours equals one (1) year) of college training in accounting or business do you have?

　　I have four (4) or more years of college training in accounting or business.

　　I have at least three (3) years of college training in accounting or business.

　　I have at least two (2) years of college training in accounting or business.

　　I have at least one (1) year of college training in accounting or business.

　　I have less than one (1) year of college training in accounting or business.

　　05

　　Did you attach official documentation of your education to this application? "Official documentation" is defined as a copy of an official transcript or copy of a diploma that shows your major. You MUST attach official documentation to the application to receive credit for education.

　　Yes

　　No, I meet the minimum qualifications through my experience

　　Required Question

　　Agency

　　City of Columbus

　　Address

　　77 N. Front Street, Suite 330

　　Columbus, Ohio, 43215

　　Phone

　　(614) 645-8300

　　Website

　　http://www.columbus.gov/civilservice

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