Accountant/Examiner 2 -20102161, 20101652, 20101596 (250004BA)
Accountant/Examiner 2 -20102161, 20101652, 20101596
(250004BA)
Organization: Commerce
Agency Contact Name and Information: ... or ...
Unposting Date: Jun 10, 2025, 9:59:00 PM
Work Location: Riffe Tower 77 South High Street Concourse Columbus 43215
Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County
Compensation: Pay range 28, step 1: $21.97/hr.
Schedule: Full-time
Work Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Classified Indicator: Classified
Union: OCSEA
Primary Job Skill: Accounting and Finance
Technical Skills: Regulatory Compliance, Claims Examination, Public Relations
Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Listening, Problem Solving, Responsiveness, Verbal Communication
Agency Overview
The Mission of the Ohio Department of Commerce
is promoting prosperity by protecting what matters most
The Division of Cannabis Control oversees the Medical Marijuana Control Program Patient and Caregiver Registry, and licenses and regulates medical marijuana cultivators, processors, dispensaries, and testing laboratories. The Division also oversees the non-medical cannabis program in Ohio following voter approval of an initiated statute to legalize the possession and use of cannabis by individuals age 21 and over.
As the state's chief regulator, the Department of Commerce impacts Ohioans every day. We are motivated by our mission to promote prosperity for businesses and licensees by protecting what matters most to the residents of our state. We ensure compliance through proactive outreach, education, and customer-focused service.
Commerce is comprised of eight operating divisions and one standalone program that span a variety of industries including real estate, liquor, banking, securities, firefighting, construction and skilled trades, and cannabis. Through exceptional compliance practices and oversight, Commerce has a direct role in protecting Ohioans.
Our Guiding Principles
Making an IMPACT for the customer:
Inclusive
Motivated
Proactive
Accountable
Customer-Focused
Teamwork
Job Duties
The Division of Cannabis Control is seeking candidates to fill Accountant/Examiner 2 roles on the Licensing team. The Accountant/Examiner 2 will perform the following duties which include, but are not limited to:
Intake, review and processing of applications and relevant documentation for facility licensure (Cultivators/Processors/Testing Labs/Dispensaries);
Support the complex intake, processing and evaluation of background check results for employee licensure;
Participate and prepare recommendations for discussion and review of packaging, labeling, and event submissions;
Review advertising on business and social media platforms for compliance;
Provide communication to licensees regarding approvals, requested revisions or denials of applications and other inquiries; responsible for updating licensing system of record; maintain document requests and communication with licensees;
Assist in addressing on-boarding of new licenses and facility renewals; providing existing licensees with customer service;
Engage in communication with collateral sources or others to obtain information necessary for processing of applications;
Assess and collect fees as directed by management.
Why Work for the State of Ohio
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage
Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Qualifications
24 mos. exp. in position involving review & processing of claims, collections, billings, payments or review of documents for accuracy, completeness &/or compliance with reporting guidelines, laws or rules with exp. commensurate to duties to be assigned.
-Or 16 semester or 24 quarter hours in accounting; 12 mos. exp. in accounting or other fiscal/financial activity.
-Or 12 mos. exp. as Accountant/ Examiner 1, 66111, with state government exp. commensurate with duties to be assigned.
-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
Job Skills: Accounting and Finance
Accountant/Examiner 2 -20102161, 20101652, 20101596
(250004BA)
Organization: Commerce
Agency Contact Name and Information: ... or ...
Unposting Date: Jun 10, 2025, 9:59:00 PM
Work Location: Riffe Tower 77 South High Street Concourse Columbus 43215
Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County
Compensation: Pay range 28, step 1: $21.97/hr.
Schedule: Full-time
Work Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Classified Indicator: Classified
Union: OCSEA
Primary Job Skill: Accounting and Finance
Technical Skills: Regulatory Compliance, Claims Examination, Public Relations
Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Listening, Problem Solving, Responsiveness, Verbal Communication
Agency Overview
The Mission of the Ohio Department of Commerce
is promoting prosperity by protecting what matters most
The Division of Cannabis Control oversees the Medical Marijuana Control Program Patient and Caregiver Registry, and licenses and regulates medical marijuana cultivators, processors, dispensaries, and testing laboratories. The Division also oversees the non-medical cannabis program in Ohio following voter approval of an initiated statute to legalize the possession and use of cannabis by individuals age 21 and over.
As the state's chief regulator, the Department of Commerce impacts Ohioans every day. We are motivated by our mission to promote prosperity for businesses and licensees by protecting what matters most to the residents of our state. We ensure compliance through proactive outreach, education, and customer-focused service.
Commerce is comprised of eight operating divisions and one standalone program that span a variety of industries including real estate, liquor, banking, securities, firefighting, construction and skilled trades, and cannabis. Through exceptional compliance practices and oversight, Commerce has a direct role in protecting Ohioans.
Our Guiding Principles
Making an IMPACT for the customer:
Inclusive
Motivated
Proactive
Accountable
Customer-Focused
Teamwork
Job Duties
The Division of Cannabis Control is seeking candidates to fill Accountant/Examiner 2 roles on the Licensing team. The Accountant/Examiner 2 will perform the following duties which include, but are not limited to:
Intake, review and processing of applications and relevant documentation for facility licensure (Cultivators/Processors/Testing Labs/Dispensaries);
Support the complex intake, processing and evaluation of background check results for employee licensure;
Participate and prepare recommendations for discussion and review of packaging, labeling, and event submissions;
Review advertising on business and social media platforms for compliance;
Provide communication to licensees regarding approvals, requested revisions or denials of applications and other inquiries; responsible for updating licensing system of record; maintain document requests and communication with licensees;
Assist in addressing on-boarding of new licenses and facility renewals; providing existing licensees with customer service;
Engage in communication with collateral sources or others to obtain information necessary for processing of applications;
Assess and collect fees as directed by management.
Why Work for the State of Ohio
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage
Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Qualifications
24 mos. exp. in position involving review & processing of claims, collections, billings, payments or review of documents for accuracy, completeness &/or compliance with reporting guidelines, laws or rules with exp. commensurate to duties to be assigned.
-Or 16 semester or 24 quarter hours in accounting; 12 mos. exp. in accounting or other fiscal/financial activity.
-Or 12 mos. exp. as Accountant/ Examiner 1, 66111, with state government exp. commensurate with duties to be assigned.
-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
Job Skills: Accounting and Finance
Job ID: 480485662
Originally Posted on: 6/9/2025
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