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Financial Specialist - Advanced
Introduction
The Department of Corrections is focused on public safety through the custody and supervision of those in our care. Corrections employees have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of others through careers in a variety of fields. Using evidence-based approaches, employees implement lasting change with a positive impact for the people of Wisconsin.
The Department of Corrections is currently recruiting to fill a Financial Specialist Advanced position located at Green Bay Correctional Institution in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
Position Summary
This position provides highly complex levels of accounting, auditing and bookkeeping oversight for multiple programs and funding sources at Green Bay Correctional Institution (GBCI). This position serves as lead worker for two Financial Specialist positions in the business office. This position audits and reviews financial transactions including cost allocation patterns for general institution operations, federal grants, resident accounts, direct pay vouchers, journal and deposit vouchers, revenue generating programs, warehouse operations, canteen operations, and telephone revenue. The position is also responsible for the preparation, processing and reconciliation of a wide variety of fiscal transactions including preparation of reports to GBCI management staff on those transactions and recommendation and implementation of appropriate procedural enhancements. This position prepares complex documents and reports ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, the Department of Administration (DOA), and the Department of Corrections (DOC) internal controls, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), and policies/procedures.
Salary Information
This position is in pay schedule/range 02-15 with a starting pay rate of $30.47/hour and an add-on of $5/hour for all hours worked, plus excellent benefits. Pay on appointment for current state employees may vary according to the applicable pay transaction provisions of the Compensation Plan, Wisconsin Administrative Code, and statutes. A twelve-month probationary period is required.
- Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
- Insurance: Excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- An exceptional pension plan including a lifetime retirement payment.
- An optional tax-advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
- The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.
- Our Employee Assistance Program offers employees and their immediate family a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
- DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
- Please click here for a summary of State of Wisconsin employment benefits or click here to explore employment benefits on the website.
Job Details
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application.
The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment.
The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.
This position is not eligible for remote work.
Qualifications
- Auditing invoices for accuracy against receiving reports, purchase order, bids and encumbrances and processing payments using a computerized accounting system.
- Leading, guiding, or coaching other staff (e.g. training, advising, reviewing work, problem solving, etc.)
- Completing fiscal audits and reconciliations and creating reports
How To Apply
To apply, click on “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application. Your resume and letter of qualifications should detail your training and experience specifically related to the qualifications section listed in the job posting and are limited to a maximum of 2 pages each.
The Department of Corrections has created extra guidance to assist you in developing your resume and letter of qualifications, if interested please click here. 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.
Permanent classified employees who are eligible for consideration as a transfer or voluntary demotion must complete the application process in order to be considered.
The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program. Current State employees are not eligible for non-competitive appointment.
Questions can be directed to Katie Benson, Human Resources Supervisor, at kathryn.benson@wisconsin.gov or 608-240-5503.
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