Advanced Financial Specialist - Madison, United States - State of Wisconsin

State of Wisconsin

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Madison, United States

2 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Introduction:

The Wisconsin
Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Bureau of Finance, is recruiting to fill two Financial Specialist

Advanced level vacancies. These positions would be stationed out of the DNR Headquarters in Madison, WI. Telework is available for up to 60% of the work week

This recruitment may also be used to fill future similar permanent, project and/or LTE vacancies in the near future.

What We Offer:
This is an excellent opportunity to
start a meaningful and rewarding career with the DNR.

Our employees have access to an excellent comprehensive
benefit and compensation package, that includes
paid time off so you can truly have a work/life balance If you have student loans and work full-time in a public service job (like this one) you may be eligible for the
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

To learn more about the state's complete compensation package, please visit Employee Trust Fund's
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Position Summary:

DNR Financial Specialists provide high quality and responsive customer service to internal and external customers including other state agencies, other bureaus, auditors, customers and vendors.

They are responsible for accounting functions including but not limited to:

audits, review of invoices and/or payments with contracts and purchase orders, check handling, validation of transaction validity and accuracy (auditing), resolution of financial errors, monitor encumbrance balances, generation and/or reconciliation of reports, customer service/consultation to agency staff and customers and/or vendors on general program rules and requirements, and management of department financial records and documents.

This person will work directly with finance staff, department staff, DOA, customers, and/or vendors to resolve discrepancies and provide financial documentation as appropriate.

They will also provide general business support to the bureau; in addition to participating as an active member of the bureau by attending and participating at bureau and section meetings, and on other teams as assigned.

For more information, please see the position descriptions for the Expenditure Financial Specialist - Adv. and the Revenue Financial Specialist - Adv.

Salary Information:

Starting pay for the Financial Specialist - Advanced is $29.00 per hour ($60,320 annually) in pay schedule and range 02-15.

Pay on appointment will follow the provisions of the State of Wisconsin Compensation Plan. Starting pay may vary for current State employees.

This position includes an excellent benefits package, including health care, vacation, sick leave, and retirement benefits. A 12-month probationary period may be required.

Job Details:

These positions may require periodic travel throughout the state with occasional overnight stays.

The Department of Natural Resources conducts criminal background checks on final applicants prior to job offer. Please note that a criminal charge or conviction on your record will not necessarily disqualify you from state employment.

In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the DNR does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.

The Department of Natural Resources does not sponsor work visas at the time of hire or anytime during employment.

All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required Employment Eligibility Form I-9 form upon hire.

Qualifications:

Please make sure to describe the following qualifications within your resume and/or letter of qualifications.

Required qualifications include experience with all of the following:

Processing financial documents/transactions, such as account reconciliation, accounts receivable, accounts payable, etc.
Utilizing spreadsheet software (e.g., Microsoft Excel) to perform work
Explaining technical information (such as financial concepts, accounting procedures, stepbystep instructions, etc.) to nonexperts
Working with customers, vendors, or other staff to resolve financial/accounting errors or issues

Best-qualified applicants will also have experience with at least one of the following:

Using financial data systems, such as Oracle, SAS, or especially PeopleSoft ERP for financial/accounting purposes
Associates degree or higher in accounting, finance, economics, business, or similar
Leading a team or group to accomplish a goal
Collecting, manipulating and/or analyzing data

How To Apply:

For frequently asked questions or technical assistance, please visit FAQs ).

The DNR is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion,