DCD ACCOUNTANT LEAD

Recruitment #2209-4964-001

Introduction

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 historic charm with a breathtaking art museum, top-flight 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 a part of an inclusive team of public servants, please consider the following opportunity.

Purpose

The DCD Accountant Lead provides professional accounting and related financial management services for the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Milwaukee (RACM).

Essential Functions

Accounting and Reporting

  • Maintain all RACM accounts and provide general accounting entries necessary for all RACM activities.
  • Function as Lead Accountant for all RACM activities, including meeting all reporting and audit deadlines related to RACM’s involvement with the Department of City Development (DCD).
  • Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of all RACM accounts and projects and provide City interim financial reports for these activities.
  • Perform all RACM related banking activities, including the review of fund transfers, maintenance of RACM cash books and investments and account reconciliation.
  • Assist other accountants and managers in the provision of needed RACM financial information.
  • Review and reconcile RACM investment accounts, travel advances, and debt activities.
  • Maintain RACM schedule of fixed assets.
  • Work with the Budget Manager in the implementation of the annual RACM budget and tracking of budgeted expenditures.

Financial Statements and Audits

  • Take lead role in the year-end closing of RACM accounting, including preparation of financial data, closing journal entries and work papers necessary for completion of financial statements.
  • Perform audit functions, review ledgers and provide accounting managers with account balances to the appropriate ledgers.
  • Assist the Grant Budget Specialist in the preparation of the Single Audit. Review the work papers and schedules before they are finalized and submitted to auditors.
  • Prepare year-end RACM financial statements and notes.
  • Work closely with City and RACM external auditors and staff to precipitate an efficient audit.
  • Reconcile and prepare billing to clear DCD reimbursement and donation account activities.

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.

Conditions of Employment

  • 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.

Minimum Requirements

  1. Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university.
  2. Three years of progressively responsible accounting and financial analysis experience.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

NOTICE: Please do not attach your academic transcripts to your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidates’ education as part of the background screening process prior to extending any job offers.

Desirable Qualifications

  • Governmental, inter-agency and complex financial organization accounting experience.
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA).

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Characteristics

Technical

  • Knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
  • Knowledge of financial reporting and budgeting.
  • Knowledge of mathematics and the ability to make accurate calculations.
  • Skill in conducting research, analyzing complex issues, and formulating recommendations.
  • Ability to read, understand and interpret contracts, budgets, financial statements, accounting policies and procedures, corporate documents and audit reports.
  • Ability to proficiently use spreadsheet, database, and word processing software.
  • Ability to prepare financial statements.  

Communication and Interpersonal

  • 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 speak with others to convey information (technical and non-technical) clearly and effectively to people at all levels of the organization.
  • Written communication skills to prepare business correspondence, emails, reports and procedure manuals in a clear, effective and error-free manner.
  • Ability to work cooperatively and fairly with people whose backgrounds may differ from one’s own.

Judgement and Professionalism

  • Ability to work well both independently and in a team environment, contributing to an inclusive and respectful workplace.
  • Ability to display initiative.
  • Honesty, integrity, ability to adhere to fundamental principles of ethical behavior for accountants, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
  • Ability to organize work to effectively and efficiently utilize resources to accomplish multiple tasks according to deadlines.
  • Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify problems and make sound decisions, including situations where only limited information is available.
  • Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and work within tight time constraints.

Current Salary

The current salary range (Pay Range 2KX) is $74,539-$94,870 annually, and the resident incentive salary for City of Milwaukee residents is $76,776-$97,716. Appointment above the minimum is possible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subject to approval.

The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit program which includes:

  • Defined Benefit Pension Plan
  • 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
  • Health and Dental Insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Comprehensive Wellness Program
  • Onsite Clinic Services
  • Onsite Employee Assistance Program
  • Alternative Work Schedules
  • Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Group Life Insurance
  • Tuition Benefits
  • Paid Vacation
  • 12 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/benefits.

Selection Process

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 the deadline listed above. 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.

Additional Information

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: 

  • Applications and further information can be accessed by visiting http://city.milwaukee.gov/jobs.
  • 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 in City Hall, 200 E Wells St, Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202.

Conclusion

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