Senior Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Accountant

Location: Columbus, Ohio
Organization: County Commissioners Association of Ohio
Employment Type: Full-time, Exempt

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to support daily accounting operations and ensure the accurate processing of financial transactions across the Association and affiliated organizations. This position plays a key role in accounts payable, cash receipts, intercompany accounting, expense report administration, conference accounting support, and financial reporting assistance.

The Senior Accountant works closely with the Accounting Manager and Finance & Benefits Manager to maintain strong internal controls, support audit requirements, and provide excellent service to members, vendors, financial institutions, and staff.

If you are an organized accounting professional who enjoys working in a collaborative environment and takes pride in accuracy, customer service, and process improvement, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable & Cash Receipts

• Verify banking information for ACH transactions and vendor payments.
• Process accounts payable transactions and deposits accurately and in a timely manner.
• Ensure payments and deposits are recorded to the proper organization and account.
• Obtain and maintain required approvals from management and Board members.
• Maintain appropriate supporting documentation for audits and internal control compliance.
• Enter approved transactions into the accounting system and monitor processing.

Intercompany Accounting & Allocations

• Process transfers among affiliated organizations.
• Prepare and record shared cost allocations.
• Process premium allocation transactions for affiliated entities.
• Maintain accurate coding and supporting documentation for intercompany activity.
• Ensure consistency and accuracy in allocation methodologies.

Expense Report Administration

• Review expense reports for proper receipts, coding, approvals, and policy compliance.
• Assist employees with use of the Certify expense management system.
• Monitor timely submission and approval of expense reports.
• Evaluate expenses to determine the appropriate organization responsible for payment.
• Process related intercompany transfers and accounting entries.

Conference & Seminar Accounting Support

• Assist with billing, accounting, and financial administration related to conferences, seminars, and special events.
• Process event-related transfers and accounting transactions.
• Provide operational support at events as needed.

Reporting Support

• Assist the Accounting Manager and Finance & Benefits Manager with recurring financial reports and schedules.
• Prepare supporting documentation for monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting.
• Provide assistance with audit requests and financial analysis projects.
• Monthly balance sheet reconciliations, audit schedules, and backup support for month-end close.

Member, Vendor & Banking Support

• Respond to inquiries from members, vendors, and staff regarding accounting matters.
• Assist with W-9 requests, vendor setup, and banking verifications.
• Provide support related to payments, deposits, and account inquiries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of accounting experience.
• Experience with accounts payable, expense report administration, bank transactions, and financial recordkeeping.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and internal controls.
• Experience with audits and financial documentation preferred.
• Experience with nonprofit, governmental, association, or insurance-related accounting preferred.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook required.
• Experience with QuickBooks required. QuickBooks Enterprise Suite preferred.
• Experience with Certify or similar expense management systems preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong customer service orientation when working with members, vendors, and staff.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful work supporting county governments and public service organizations throughout Ohio.
• Opportunity to work with a respected association and its affiliated organizations.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Stable, mission-driven organization with strong financial leadership.
• Competitive benefits package and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunity to contribute to projects that directly support Ohio counties and their employees.

How to Apply

Please submit a letter of interest and resume to the CCAO Finance & Benefits Manager.