Accountant (Finance) chez Walworth County, WI
Walworth County, WI · Elkhorn, États-Unis d'Amérique · Onsite
- Junior
- Bureau à Elkhorn
About the Department
This position is responsible for providing daily financial support and assistance related to accounting, budgeting and financial reporting for the assigned departments of Veterans Services, Health and Human Services (HHS), and Lakeland Healthcare Center (LHCC). Assigned departments may be revised based upon workload. This position assists senior accountants in completing daily entry of general ledger transactions to support county department financial functions. Strong organizational, communication and troubleshooting skills are required.
SCHEDULEDays: Monday - Friday
Work Hours: negotiable between 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Hours Per Shift: negotiable
Shifts Per Pay Period: negotiable
Position FTE: 0.75
Applications are being accepted from current County employees as well as members of the public.
Position Duties
This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Supports the financial needs of management and staff in assigned departments.
Assists with analysis of HHS provider audits for financial requirements.
Assists in the preparation and monitoring of the assigned department’s annual operating and capital improvement budgets, under the direction of the finance manager and in cooperation with the departments’ Senior Accountants and the director of the departments.
Prepares budget and financial analyses, financial forecasts, expense allocations and analyses of fiscal trends as assigned.
Timely prepares assigned monthly, quarterly and annual fiscal reports/claims for HHS and LHCC federal and state funding.
Understands and assists with periodic operational and financial reviews of department’s financial-related software packages, including Netsmart and PointClickCare (PCC) software systems, and ensures system accuracy.
Prepares assigned areas of documentation for the annual financial and single audits.
Assists in the compilation of data required for LHCC Medicaid/Medicare annual reports or other state or federal reports.
Completes accounting related portions of the LHCC monthly billing process and records necessary GL transactions. Completes monthly reconciliation of PCC system to county financial software.
Prepares journal entries and budget amendments as required for specified departments and countywide accounts.
Reconciles and documents assigned balance sheet and income statement accounts for assigned departments and prepares correcting journal entries as necessary.
Reviews payroll reports after each payroll for Time and Attendance allocations as utilized for grant reporting in comparison to budgetary expectations.
Tracks budgetary considerations regarding position changes in assigned departments.
Prepares financial aspects for assigned department grant applications, assists in accounting for grant expenditures and revenues, and documents claims for reimbursement as assigned.
Ensures grant fiscal reporting requirements are met as identified within grant documents.
Provides backup to senior accountants or accountants as assigned.
Special projects as assigned.
Participates in assigned department management meetings as directed by the director of the assigned departments.
Maintains good working relationships with county, state and other entities in financial and related areas of responsibility.
Directs and assists county departments in proper accounting procedures and develops financial analytical tools for their use.
Utilizes the existing documentation on tasks and job duties related to various accounting and budgeting functions, and provides necessary updates as needed.
Stays abreast of new accounting principles and standards, county policy, legal developments, and state statutes.
Demonstrates a commitment to county safety and risk management efforts.
Minimum Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field, or formal preparation equivalent to a four-year program with zero to six months experience. Proven ability to apply mathematical and accounting concepts to practical situations.
Certificates, Licenses and Registrations
Valid driver’s license with proof of minimum auto liability insurance coverage required. Must be able to provide a reliable personal vehicle to be used for travel between county locations (use is infrequent).
Interactions and Communications
Provides specialized information and/or recommendations to others regarding an area of expertise. Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills are required.
Decision Making
This position has authority to make decisions that are consistent with policies and precedents; supervision and managerial direction is available as requested. These decisions directly impact performance in the job and/or the work unit within the department and information is provided with additional research and observations which contributes to the decision making process.
Thinking and Problem Solving
In relation to established procedures, protocols and policies of the County, challenges and problems occurring in this position must be addressed within broader, department-wide procedures and practices. Strong financial and analytical skills required.
Tools & Equipment Used
Copy Machine Personal Computer/Printer/Scanner
Telephone FAX Machine
Calculator Digital Whiteboard/Projector
Financial Software
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Other Qualifications
TO INCLUDE:
Formal Walworth County Electronic Application
Education & Experience Review
Oral Department Interview
Reference Check
Background Check
Post Offer Physical Exam
Drug Screen
Other job related tests may be required.
