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ACCOUNTANT IV (GRANT ACCOUNTING)
$63k-78k (estimate)
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MILWAUKEE PUBLIC SCHOOLS is Hiring an ACCOUNTANT IV (GRANT ACCOUNTING) Near Milwaukee, WI

The Accountant IV performs any of the following functions: Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) basis financial reporting as established by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), general ledger accounting in accordance with Wisconsin Uniform Financial Accounting Requirements (WUFAR), contract administration, accounts payable, cash management, school accounting and information systems. Ensures the integrity of financial records. Identifies and informs supervisor of all material operational and financial matters. Implements and maintains effective financial controls.
Salary range: $67,207 - $96,799
How To Apply
Administrative applications for the following position are being accepted by the Office of Human Resources by 11:59 pm on Thursday, February 16, 2023. A resume and three (3) letters of recommendation must be attached to the completed application. Each letter must be manually signed by its author and dated less than one (1) year old. Caution: When attaching documents to the application, be sure the documents are legible. If the documents cannot be read, your application may be disqualified from consideration. Appointment by the Board of School Directors is contingent upon a passing criminal background check, a passing drug/alcohol test, and credential verification. Non MPS employees must submit official transcripts confirming a Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree. No applications will be accepted after the deadline date and time.
Other Information
As of November 1, 2021, all MPS employees are required to be fully vaccinated. The health and safety of our staff and students is our number one priority. That's why all offers of employment are contingent on the candidate showing proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (currently one dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine or two doses of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine) to pass the pre-employment requirements. Individuals with medical issues or sincerely held religious beliefs that prevent them from getting the vaccine may request an accommodation from the vaccine requirement.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university.
  • Five or more years of progressive experience in governmental accounting, budgeting or auditing.
  • CPA certification and/or a master's degree is desired.
  • Equivalent combinations of training, education, and experience will be considered.
Responsibilities
  • Performs in accordance with professional care and due diligence standards of the accounting industry various tasks assigned to the general accounting area to include: GAAP basis financial reporting, regulatory financial reporting, general ledger accounting, contract administration and compliance, categorical accounting, accounts payable, cash management, cost accounting, school accounting, financial information systems implementation, and special projects.
  • Stays abreast of accounting pronouncements, practices and trends. Maintains an in-depth familiarity of GAAP and WUFAR to effectively participate in dialogue with peers, supervisors, senior management, auditors (internal and external) and other financial staff. Applies GAAP and WUFAR in the performance of assigned responsibilities.
  • Identifies accounting issues, researches accounting reference materials, identifies alternative accounting treatments and recommends specific GAAP or WUFAR to be applied with full documentation for management review and audit purposes.
  • Assumes ownership of financial controls in assigned general accounting functions, projects and processes and monitors controls for effectiveness and improvement. Alerts management as appropriate, evaluates areas for new financial controls that may be necessary, and fully documents all controls including preparation and maintenance of related Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Monitors workflow and identifies opportunities to streamline or automate processes.
  • Isolates unusual transactions, reviews and makes proper notations. Evaluates unusual transactions for an emerging pattern or a change in operating conditions. Follows up by appropriately adjusting controls and procedures. Proactively informs management of all material operational and financial matters or changes related to budgets, estimates, fiscal studies, actual expenditures, revenue and expenditure forecasts, pro forma statements, processes, policies and procedures.
  • Assumes system administration responsibilities for assigned financial systems and subsystems. Maintains a thorough knowledge of financial systems technology to participate in the planning, design and implementation of the Department's financial information systems.
  • Participates in the preparation of GAAP basis financial reporting including footnotes, required disclosures, account analysis and reconciliations, work paper documentation and interaction with auditors.
  • Adheres to district accounting policy with an emphasis on maintaining the integrity of accounting records and reports. Produces well-documented, quality work products and works effectively under pressure and tight timelines.
  • Actively supports the MPS Strategic Plan.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Milwaukee Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, activities, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of a person's sex, race, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or disablilty.
In accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, every applicant for a position with Milwaukee Public Schools will be subject to the open records law. Any applicant not wishing to have his/her identity released, must submit a written statement to that effect to the Department of Human Capital. The identities of all "final candidates" may be released. Milwaukee Public Schools reserves the right to interview the best qualified candidates.

Job Summary

JOB TYPE

Other

INDUSTRY

Elementary & Secondary Education

SALARY

$63k-78k (estimate)

POST DATE

02/06/2023

EXPIRATION DATE

02/14/2023

WEBSITE

mps.milwaukee.k12.wi.us

HEADQUARTERS

MILWAUKEE, WI

SIZE

7,500 - 15,000

FOUNDED

1911

TYPE

Private

CEO

YVETTE MARTEL

REVENUE

$1B - $3B

INDUSTRY

Elementary & Secondary Education

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