MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT-SENIOR

 The City of Milwaukee Health Department (MHD) is seeking a Management Accountant-Senior to join a team of dedicated professionals who are critical to the operations and oversight of accounting and finance throughout all of the MHD divisions.  

Located on the western shore of Lake Michigan, Milwaukee is an urban hub bursting with energy. Milwaukee provides a casual sophistication – big city appeal without the big-city hassles. We are accessible and affordable, and our residents are welcoming. Milwaukee has evolved through the years, bringing together its unsurpassed old-world charm with a breathtaking Art Museum, top-flight arts and cultural attractions, professional sports, lakefront festivals, recreational opportunities and great restaurants.  

The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse workforce that is committed to providing exemplary service to the City's residents. If you have a passion for being part of an inclusive team of public servants, please consider the following opportunity.

Under the direction of the Health Budget and Administration Manager, the Management Accountant Senior assists in monitoring the budgetary and financial administration of operations and maintenance (O&M), grant and capital funds, and procurement and accounts payable activities. This position also assists in planning, implementing, and supervising departmental accounting and budgeting activities for the MHD grants.

Accounting and Reporting

• Perform accounting, reporting and billing for operating, reimbursable, and grant projects and contracts, and fixed assets.
• Coordinate with program managers for timely submission of financial documentation and expenditure reporting.
• Ensure the proper charging of salary, fringe, and indirect charges to grant programs, contracts, reimbursable funds, and various work orders.
• Maintain records and documentation for contracts, billing, receivables and payables to ensure compliance; respond to audits.
• Develop and distribute internal reports for departmental management on grant and project spending, revenue, and other key fiscal topics.  

Budget and Finance

• Assist the Health Budget and Administration Manager in the preparation of the annual MHD budget, including analyzing and summarizing operating expenditure and salary data.
• Monitor MHD budget accounts, maintain expense and revenue records and prepare reports.
• Work in partnership with other City departments, auditors, state and federal grantors, and MHD staff to resolve conflicts and problems.  

Management, Administration and Capital Improvements

• Assist in tracking and monitoring the MHD’s performance and outcome measures as identified in the strategic plan and budget.
• Create, update and train MHD staff on policies and procedures related to procurement, contract administration, accounts payable, and billing.
• Work with the Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor to procure service contracts for new and on-going capital improvement projects.
• Monitor the capital improvement project accounts and prepare periodic reports.    

We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

• Please be advised that new employees are required to have received either both doses of the Moderna or Pfizer or one dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine prior to their employment start date or have an approved religious or medical accommodation prior to their employment start date.  You can find further information relative to the City’s Covid-19 Vaccination Policy here. 

1. Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
2. One year of accounting or financial experience related to the position.  

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may also be considered.

IMPORTANT NOTE: To receive credit for college, transcripts are required and must be received by the application period closing date. College transcripts should be attached to your online application or sent via email to staffinginfo@milwaukee.gov. Applications without transcripts attached will be considered incomplete and will be rejected. Your transcript must be legible and include your college/university name, your name, the degree completed (if applicable) and the date completed.

Technical

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of governmental accounting, budgeting, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
• Ability to master grant accounting and learn related state and federal grant procedures.
• Commitment to keeping up-to-date with best practices in accounting.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret complex work-related documents such as contracts, budgets, financial statements, accounting policies and procedures, corporate documents, and audit reports.
• Ability to proficiently use spreadsheets, databases, word processing software, and statistical programs.
• Ability to organize work to effectively and efficiently utilize resources to accomplish multiple tasks according to deadlines.
• Skill in conducting research, analyzing complex issues, and formulating recommendations.  

Communication and Interpersonal   

• Ability to work well independently and function as part of a team.
• Effective verbal communications skills, including the ability to present data and findings in a concise and clear manner before various audiences.
• Effective written communication skills, including the ability to credibly write reports, business correspondence, emails, and procedures manuals so they can be understood by individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to practice active listening by giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, and asking questions as appropriate.
• Ability to lead and work cooperatively with team members, grant partners and participants, departmental representatives, and City officials.
• Ability to work cooperatively and fairly with people whose backgrounds may differ from one's own.  

Judgment and Responsibility 

• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work to achieve objectives within deadlines.
• Ability to initiate and complete projects in a timely manner with limited supervision.
• Ability to perform under pressure, to manage multiple priorities, and to work within tight time constraints.
• Ability to maintain composure during stressful situations.
• Ability to effectively analyze and resolve issues and as well as to exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify problems and make sound decisions, including situations where only limited information is available.
• Ability to apply ethics and exercise the importance of independence.
• Honesty, integrity, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

The current salary range (2EX) is $49,643-$64,695 annually, and the resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee residents is $51,133-$66,636 annually. Appointment above the minimum is possible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subject to approval.   

BENEFITS  

The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit program that includes the following:  

• Defined Benefit Pension Plan 
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• Health and Dental Insurance
• Comprehensive Wellness Program
• Onsite Clinic Services
• Onsite Employee Assistance Program
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Tuition Benefits
• Paid Vacation
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave and other paid leaves
• Flexible Spending Arrangement
• Commuter Value Pass  

For full details of the benefits offered by the City of Milwaukee, please visit https://city.milwaukee.gov/der/benefits.

THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job related and will consist of one or more of the following: education and experience evaluation; written, oral, or performance tests, or other assessment methods. The Department of Employee Relations reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to oral and performance examinations. Oral examinations may include written exercises. Selection process component weights will be determined by further analysis of the job.  

INITIAL FILING DATE - The examination will be held as soon as practical after Friday, March 25, 2022. Receipt of applications may be discontinued at any time after this date without prior notice.  However, recruitment may continue until the needs of the City have been met. Qualified applicants will be notified of the date, time, and place of the examination. Unless otherwise required by law, the City of Milwaukee will not provide alternative test administration. The applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the job selection process at the time and place designated by the City of Milwaukee.

APPLICATION and further information may be accessed by visiting https://www.jobapscloud.com/MIL/.

• Applications and transcripts should be submitted no later than the deadline listed above.
• If you would like assistance completing an application, please contact the Department of Employee Relations at (414) 286-3751 or staffinginfo@milwaukee.gov.
• The Department of Employee Relations is located at City Hall, 200 E. Wells St., Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202

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The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.