STAFF ACCOUNTANT

Every day, our unique teams contribute to our vision of a community that is vibrant, safe, and resilient. Whether you're supporting families, safeguarding natural resources, maintaining infrastructure, or delivering essential services, your work here creates real impact for the people who live, work, and visit our county.

A Future You Can Count On: Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), one of the most respected pension programs in the nation.

Reliable, Affordable Coverage: Countywide insurance plans plus growing access to local, no-cost care options for everyday health needs.

Time Off That Works For You: You’ll have two dedicated banks of vacation and sick time, giving you the freedom to plan real downtime when you need it—and the peace of mind to take care of yourself when you’re under the weather. Start earning vacation and sick time your very first day Bank up to 2× your annual vacation accrual Build up to 150 sick days as a full time employee

Start earning vacation and sick time your very first day

Bank up to 2× your annual vacation accrual

Build up to 150 sick days as a full time employee

We believe our workforce should reflect the community we serve. We’re committed to fostering a culture of respect, inclusion, and belonging—because diverse perspectives lead to better outcomes for everyone.

FLSA: Exempt This is a professional accounting position in the Finance Department. Employee in this class performs accounting functions on a professional level assisting the Auditor/Finance Director. Employee in this class works under moderate supervision utilizing professional skills acquired through appropriate academic training and experience in carrying out assigned tasks within guidelines as established by the Auditor/Finance Director. Works as part of the Finance team in all areas of accounting and budgeting. Uses independent judgment in carrying out assigned duties within established guidelines and policies. Essential Job Functions

Demonstrate mutual respect, humility, and honesty in all interactions

Speak up appropriately, even when expressing unpopular viewpoints

Actively listen and remain open-minded to diverse perspectives

Set clear goals and objectives to motivate self and others to achieve outcomes

Seek new opportunities to improve processes and drive sustainable results

Hold self and others accountable through consistent evaluation and monitoring

Foster a collaborative environment that encourages knowledge sharing and growth

Provide mentorship and support to help self and others reach full potential

Recognize and leverage diverse strengths within self and team

Understand and communicate a compelling vision that aligns with organizational goals

Develop and execute comprehensive strategies to achieve long-term objectives

Connect daily work to the bigger picture, inspiring self and others to contribute meaningfully

Navigate complex situations by considering multiple perspectives

Adapt quickly to changes and uncertainties in the work environment

Make critical decisions using analytical skills, experience, and input from others

Communicate and collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the organization

Influence others through coaching, consulting, and team-minded thinking

Develop and sustain partnerships that create positive outcomes for all stakeholders

Understand and address the needs and concerns of the community

Incorporate community perspectives into decision-making processes

Drive initiatives that create positive impacts beyond the organization

Show self-awareness and manage emotions effectively in challenging situations

Seek and respond constructively to feedback, even in the face of setbacks

Balance empathy with accountability when leading self and working with others

Assist in the preparation of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report including balance sheet, income statement, cash flow statements, notes to the financial statements, statistics, management discussion & analysis (MD&A), and supplementary information.

Assist in the preparation of the Popular Annual Financial Report.

Assist in preparation of schedules of State and Federal Awards for the County Single Audit by reviewing, reconciling, and compiling necessary data.

Assist in review of the annual budget for the County. Prepare schedules, reports, and line item detail necessary for department and Board review.

Prepares State and Federal reports as needed, including but not limited to Municipal Finance Report (Form A), Levy Limit Worksheet, Apportionment Worksheet, and Data Collection Form (DCF).

Prepares workpapers required for all external audits. Maintains fixed asset record entry in ERP system.

Reviews, approves and posts departmental journal entries.

Prepares reconciliations for account balances including but not limited to cash, accounts receivable, prepaid balances, fixed assets, accounts payable and liability accounts and investigate abnormalities. Performs other general accounting duties for the Finance Department and other departments, as needed.

Audits grant reporting submissions for multiple Federal and State programs. Assists in the review of County payroll related reports.Performs fiscal duties for departments that don't have fiscal staff. Responds to departmental questions regarding ERP software use and other accounting issues.

Participates in ongoing training, attend conferences and seminars to maintain knowledge of current laws, rules and regulations pertaining to relevant financial matters. Assists Finance Director, Senior Accountants, Purchasing Manager, or other financial staff with various projects.

Develops complete and accurate financial reports and analysis to be utilized by the Auditor/Finance Director, Senior Accountants, and other County leaders.Develops reports and queries including importing and exporting data from various information systems. Prepares new reports and analysis that are simpler in nature.

Audits departmental "certificates of insurances" files. Audits departmental petty cash accounts.

Performs other internal audits of financial processes and controls, as assigned.

This is a public service position, and employee is required to be courteous, cooperative and respectful at all times, with the public and clients. Also establishes and maintains a courteous, cooperative and respectful working relationship with other employees, supervisors, and public officials.

Physical demands: Large percentage of time is spent sitting at desk, using talking, judgment, hearing, near vision, fingering for computer keyboarding and calculators, reading, writing. Handles papers and manuals, etc., lifts files, storage boxes, copy paper and other office materials. Sits, stands, bends and reaches intermittently throughout the day. Occasionally travels to other offices or sites for meetings.

May provide professional consultation in accounting matters to other departments and agencies of the County as may be requested and authorized. This job description is not intended to encompass every job duty or responsibility but is only illustrative. This position is required to perform other duties as may be assigned or required.