Qualifications
Skillset and knowledge of GAAP accounting, Query Manager, and advanced Excel/Access are essential skills in this position
The position collaborates with Management Accountants in the Bureau of Financial Management, Budget Analysts within the Bureau of Budget, as well as DTIM Administrative Staff
A twelve-month probationary period is required
It is not anticipated that working outside of Wisconsin (or bordering cities) will be allowed because the position is required to work in the Madison, WI Hill Farms State Office Building at least 2 days per week
Minimally qualified applicants must detail having all of the following in order to be considered:
Candidates must have either a 4 year or master’s degree in accounting, finance or auditing or commensurate professional experience
Experience preparing or reviewing GAAP-based financial statements
Progressively responsible (i.e., an increase in level of responsibility/difficulty over time) financial accounting experience including accounting and financial reporting
Experience performing accounting or auditing functions for a government, public, or non-profit entity
Experience reviewing and applying Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards
Experience managing, maintaining and/or generating reports of financial information in an ERP accounting/financial system (such as Oracle Peoplesoft) and its subsystems
Experience working with Federal grants
Possession of a CPA licensure
Benefits
Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of paid leave time to start, 9 paid holidays, and 130 hours of sick time that roll over each year
Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits (health plan options start at just $39/month for single plans and $97/month for family plans after two months of employment)
A casual office atmosphere, flexible work schedules, and telework options depending on the position’s requirements
An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being
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In addition to our generous employee benefits, we strive for inclusivity and celebrate different religious holidays and cultural observances and provide flexibility for utilizing paid time off for such celebrations
This position is in schedule-range (07-02) with an annual salary of $74,880 - $95,680 (or $36 - $46 per hour), plus excellent benefits
Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan
Responsibilities
Become an integral member of our team of accounting professionals as an Accountant - Advanced providing financial consultation, project accounting, and GAAP reporting activities for the Department of Transportation!
This full-time permanent position is located within the Bureau of Financial Management which administers enterprise policies governing procurement, financial management, financial operations, and audit services to the entire Department of Transportation
As an Accountant Advanced for WisDOT, this position manages and monitors financial activity for the Division of Transportation Investment Management (DTIM)
Specific responsibilities include reviewing and approving project funding rules, researching, compiling, and preparing financial reports, and overseeing and managing DTIM grants
This position works closely with auditors from the Legislative Audit Bureau (LAB) to review financial entries, provide information, and explain financial methodology and business processes
This position is responsible for monitoring the Project Costing module to ensure all project expenditure and revenue data posts into the General Ledger correctly