Advanced Accountant

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Are you an experienced accounting professional looking to deepen your skills in ERP accounting/financial systems? 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. This position is headquartered at the Hill Farms State Office Building on the near west side of Madison. We are also conveniently located close to the restaurants, shopping, and entertainment of the Hilldale Mall.

Benefits

WisDOT is a great place to work! In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:

• 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
• Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package!
  
  

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. For more information on WisDOT you can visit our website by clicking here.

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is an organization dedicated to creating transportation solutions through innovation and exceptional service. We are committed to fostering an environment rooted in Integrity, Diversity, Excellence, and Accountability. Click here to learn more about how we apply these values in our work.

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. 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.

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. A twelve-month probationary period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan.

WisDOT does not sponsor work visas. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States. WisDOT is not an E-Verify employer.

Prior to any appointments for position(s) filled from this announcement, candidates may be subject to a comprehensive criminal background check which may include FBI fingerprinting.

Certain positions within this Department may allow hybrid/work from home flexibility for a portion of their work schedule, depending on the needs of the position and the work unit. This topic and any hybrid work flexibility that may be available will be discussed in more detail in the interview process. 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.
  
  

In addition to having all of the above, well-qualified applicants will also detail having one or more of the following:

• 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
  
  

Apply online! To apply, click “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Then, you will access your existing account or to create a new account if you don’t have an account. Once you are logged in, click “Apply for Job.” Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.

Your application materials are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. For instructions on how to develop and what should be included in these materials, click here. For more information on the basics of the selection process and how the State of WI ensures fair and equitable treatment of all applicants, click here. The vast majority of applicants are able to outline their background and experience in their resume in 1-3 pages. Any resumes submitted with more than 10 pages will not be considered after page 10. If this job posting requires a letter of qualifications, the same limit applies.

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.

Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Questions related to the job and how to apply can be directed to Vicki Kaul at vicki.kaul@dot.wi.gov or 608-261-6302. For general wisc.jobs user information and technical assistance, please see the wisc.jobs Frequently Asked Questions page.

All application materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. CST on July 23rd, 2024.