Accountant

Introduction The Wisconsin Court System is looking for an Accountant to join a dedicated team in the Office of Management Services.
This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week.
Under the supervision of the Budget and Fiscal Officer, this position manages all fiscal processing cycles for the Wisconsin Court System which includes accurate and consistent processing of accounts payable and accounts receivable in compliance with the court system’s financial policies and procedures and applicable state and federal laws.
The Accountant assists with maintenance of the court system’s financial accounting system and vendor check-writing process, performance of the court system’s reconciliation with the State of Wisconsin’s central accounting system, and preparation and posting of adjusting journal entries.
Position Summary RESPONSIBILITIES: 1) Processes and Audits WI Court System Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable transactions.
2) Processes and Audits WI Court System Billing and Deposit transactions.
3) Assist in the creation of monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting reports.
4) Provides backup to the Audit and Accounting Associate for the coding and processing of accounting entries.
5) Compiles Annual Wisconsin Court System Actual County Cost Report.
Job Details LOCATION: Madison, WI.
This position is expected to work in-office in downtown Madison.
After a satisfactory training period, this position may be eligible for up to two remote work days per week.
The specific days of the week will be subject to approval and may change based on departmental needs.
SALARY: $24.
06 to $32.
48 hourly, 40 hours per week, with a State of Wisconsin benefits package.
Salary will be determined based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience.
Qualifications REQUIRED: 1) Good knowledge of accounts payable and accounts receivable practices and procedures.
2) Good knowledge of the billing and deposit process.
3) Skill in verbal and written communication.
4) Skill in complex financial software systems, or the ability to learn.
5) Skill in the use of word processing, spreadsheet, database, internet, and email software.
6) Ability to provide customer service to a diverse group of individuals.
7) Ability to ensure compliance with the travel reimbursement rules and regulations listed in the Wisconsin Court System Employee Manual.
8) Post-Secondary coursework in accounting.
9) Experience working in a government accounting office or other public sector entity.
PREFERRED: 10) Experience processing accounting transactions using the PeopleSoft Financial Management Module.
11) Bachelor’s Degree or higher.
12) Experience working with the State of Wisconsin.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 1) Employment will require a criminal and financial background check.
How To Apply TO APPLY: Please submit a cover letter and resume in a single PDF document with the email subject line #24-2411 Accountant to human.
resources@wicourts.
gov.
All materials should showcase your relevant education, experience, and skills.
Failure to follow these application directions may result in your disqualification.
DEADLINE: In order to be assured consideration, applications must be received by 11:59 PM on March 24, 2024.
The Wisconsin Court System will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants when requested.
For additional information on the court system visit our website at www.
wicourts.
gov.
Notice: Upon request, all prospective employees can obtain a copy of the Equal Employment Opportunity Utilization Report.