Accountant Advanced - State Controller's Office

Introduction

Join an organization that strives to exceed customer expectations by delivering efficient, high-quality state government services. The Department of Administration (DOA) provides direct services to state agency customers and designs and leads initiatives to make government more innovative and cost-effective. Working at DOA offers you the opportunity to make an impact on the quality of life in Wisconsin.

This position is located in the Division of Executive Budget and Finance (DEBF), State Controller's Office and is headquartered at the DOA Office Building at 101 E. Wilson Street, Madison, WI 53703. Based on current DEBF policy and the business needs within the unit, this position would work from their headquarter location at least two days per week with the possibility of working from home the remaining days.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging are core values at DOA that guide how we build our teams, develop our leaders, and create a culture that empowers everyone to be their authentic selves. We believe that when employees are respected and valued for who they are and are accountable for demonstrating that respect to others; it drives greater engagement and collaboration, ignites creativity and innovation, and fosters connection between teams and those we serve.

Position Summary

This is an Advanced Accountant position that will work collaboratively with the Audit Services and Financial Reporting Sections in the State Controller's Office. This position will perform internal audits (operational and compliance) of all state agencies and will perform audit-related activities on a continuous basis to monitor agency compliance with statewide accounting and financial management policies and procedures. This position will assist in the review of state agencies' SEFA submissions and will perform a variety of annual and special projects.

This position will also perform work related to the conversion of the State's statutory basis of financial reporting to a Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) basis of financial reporting. The position will initiate, develop, and recommend accounting policies and procedures necessary to convert the State's budgetary based financial information to a governmental GAAP basis as reported in the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). Emphasis on technical issues affecting PeopleSoft Enterprise Resource Planning information system, specialized activities, transactions, and funds with a statewide impact. The position may also be responsible for researching accounting pronouncements promulgated by authoritative sources to ensure statewide accounting policies.

To review a complete description of duties, see the position description .

Salary Information

This position is in schedule-range (07-02 - Advanced) with a salary between $84,406.40 and $95,992. In addition, up to $1.00 per hour CPA add-on may be available depending on qualifications. A 12-month probationary period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan. Additionally, this position is eligible for a full State benefits package .

Job Details

Due to the nature of the position, DOA will conduct background checks on applicants prior to selection. DOA does not sponsor work visas. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States, and to complete the required employment eligibility form.

Certain positions within this Department may allow remote/work from home flexibility for a portion of their work schedule, depending on the needs of the position and the work unit. This position will be expected to work in office at least 2 days per week. This topic and any remote work flexibility that may be available will be discussed in more detail in the interview process.

Qualifications

Qualified candidates will have each of the following :
? Completed a four-year or advanced degree with a major in Accounting from an accredited college/university; or commensurate work or professional experience.
? Financial reporting experience related to GAAP, such as analyzing accounts, financial statement review, financial report reconciliation, and accounting information systems, etc.
? Reviewing policies and procedures related to financial or accounting processes (e.g., documenting, implementing, developing, or similar)
? Experience planning and performing formal audit testing of accounting information and internal controls (e.g., payables, receivables, journal entries, etc.)

In addition, a well-qualified applicant may have experience in :
? Implementation of new accounting standards, such as GASB or FASB standards
? Providing technical assistance to other accounting/fiscal staff in areas such as financial statement compilation, policy interpretation, and/or information systems
? Experience preparing or reviewing Single Audit Reports

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Your letter of qualifications and resume are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. Please review instructions on developing your resume and letter of qualifications . Your cover letter is limited to a maximum of two (2) typed pages, single-spaced, no smaller than 10-point font, with 1-inch margins. Resumes should be limited to no more than two (2) pages (no format requirements). Pages more than the specified limits may not be evaluated. References are not necessary at this stage of the process.

Submitted materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the hiring process for available vacancies.

Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer or voluntary demotion) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. Veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.

If you are a veteran with a 30% or greater service-related disability and are not currently employed in a permanent position with Wisconsin State Government, please send a cover letter, resume, DD-214 and documentation of your service-connected disability rating (dated within 12 months) to the contact listed below.

Deadline to Apply

Applications must be submitted by 11:59pm on Wednesday, July 31st, 2024.

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