Cincinnati - WC External Auditor - 20067950

BWC’s core hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm, however, daily start/end times may vary based on operational need across BWC departments. Most positions perform work on-site at one of BWC’s seven offices across the state.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Independently conducts assigned premium audits to determine whether or not employers are in compliance with applicable laws, reporting payroll correctly, & prepares an audit report summarizing policyholder information & audit findings.
• Reviews employer’s taxes, payroll documents, and accounting records to verify employer’s demographic information, business entity type, corporate officers or owners, and reportable payroll wages are correct.
• Views/tours employer’s sites, taking notes of materials & equipment used, processes performed & products produced &/or services performed in order to establish proper NCCI manual code assignment.
• Verifies employees’ wages are being reported to the BWC and are not being inappropriately considered contractors paid on 1099 as outlined by the OAC.
• Advises employers concerning proper payroll reporting guidelines and conducts an exit interview with the employer at the completion of the audit going over a detailed instruction letter explaining the audit findings and future reporting instructions.

To Qualify, You Must Clearly Demonstrate:

Required Experience and/or Education:

Note: This classification may require use of proficiency demonstration to determine minimum class qualifications for
employment.

MAJOR WORKER CHARACTERISTICS:
Knowledge of business administration; insurance & risk management; accounting; auditing procedures; laws, rules, &
procedures governing workers' compensation insurance coverage*; customer service. Skill in use of calculator, PC, &
applicable software (e.g., spreadsheet, word processing, email). Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, &
draw valid conclusions; use statistical analysis; prepare meaningful, concise, & accurate reports; handle routine &
sensitive contacts with & inquiries from employers, other government employees, & general public.
(*)Developed after employment.

EEO & ADA Statement:
The State of Ohio is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of applicants or employees due to protected classes as defined in applicable federal law, state law, and any effective executive order.

The Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment opportunities pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws. To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability, please contact ADA Coordinator Kathleen Bourke at 614-644-7811 or by email to: eeodept@bwc.state.oh.us.

Salary Information:
Hourly wage is expected to be paid at step 1 of the pay range associated with the position for candidates who are new employees of the state. Current employees of the state will be placed in the appropriate step based on any applicable union contract and/or requirements of the Ohio Revised Code. There may also be possible cost of living adjustments (COLA) and longevity supplements begin after five (5) years of state service.

Transportation:
Position may require travel; therefore, persons occupying this position must be able to provide own transportation &/or legally operate a state-owned vehicle.

Educational Transcripts:
For any educational achievements to be considered during the screening process, you must at least attach an unofficial transcript that details the coursework you have completed.

All applicants must submit an Ohio Civil Service Application using the online Ohio Hiring Management System. Paper applications will not be accepted

Background Check:
Prior to an offer of employment, the final applicant will be required to sign a background check authorization form and undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position.