What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Specialist Senior - Statewide position at State of Wisconsin Division of Personnel Management?
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 for Financial Specialist - Senior positions located throughout the state. The employment register established from this recruitment will be used to fill any current and future vacancies.
The DOC has offices and / or facilities in all counties except Bayfield County, Florence County, Iron County, and Menominee County. For a map of all offices and facilities, please click here
Position Summary
These positions are responsible for exercising independent judgment and decision making responsibilities for a variety of complex fiscal documents (invoice vouchers, direct pay vouchers, journal vouchers, travel vouchers and Purchasing Card Statements) and transactions; for ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations; Department of Administration (DOA) and agency accounting, internal controls, policies and procedures; for communications with staff and vendors to resolve discrepancies arising from the approval or disapproval of financial transactions; for entering on-line (direct) financial data into the Department's Enterprise Resource Planning System (PeopleSoft); and for the monitoring of the system to ensure the integrity of the fiscal data which reflects the fiscal actions and obligations. This position requires the ability to work across multiple programs with a high degree of independence, utilizing but not limited to PeopleSoft, Excel, Financial Management System / Wisconsin State Management Accounting & Reporting Tool (FMS / WISMART) Data Queries (DOC Legacy Accounting Systems), FMS, EOSP, and US Bank Purchasing Card.
Salary Information
Starting salary for this position is $25.32 per hour plus excellent benefits. The pay schedule and range for this position is 02-13.
Pay on appointment for current or former state employees may vary according to the applicable provisions of the State Compensation Plan, Statutes and Administrative Code. A 12- month probationary period may be required.
In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring :
- Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, nine 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 with employer match and lifetime retirement payment
- An optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
- DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
- The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.
- Our 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.
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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.
Qualifications
Knowledge of modern bookkeeping, accounting & auditing practices and principles; working knowledge and usage of MS-Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access), state accounting systems and the Internet; ability to understand and follow complex written and oral instructions; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, officials and the public; and identify issues and follow through with problem solving techniques
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. Permanent classified employees who are eligible for consideration as a transfer or voluntary demotion must complete the application process in order to be considered.
Your responses to the questions will be evaluated and the most qualified applications will be invited to participate in the next step of the hiring for available vacancies.
Questions can be directed to Ramona Koch, Human Resources Specialist- Senior at Ramona.Koch@wisconsin.gov
The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.
The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. Qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability should send their cover letter, resume, DD-214, and documentation of your service-connected disability rating (dated within 12-months) to the HR Specialist listed above . Current State employees are not eligible for non-competitive appointment.
Deadline to Apply
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the needs of the department are met. We anticipate using this Job Opening Until : July 31, 2025 at which time we will continue recruiting with a new Job Opening.
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