Accountant V

Post Date: August 27,2008 ACCOUNTANT V Salary: $52,742-$61,276 yearly All names will be removed from eligible lists one (1) year after eligibility is established. EDUCATION: Possession of a bachelor's degree with a major in accounting or related field such as finance or business administration OR registration as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is required. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: Four years of experience as an accountant is required. Experience in governmental accounting and auditing, public accounting, internal auditing, and developing accounting policies and procedures is preferred. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES: Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP); knowledge of Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements; knowledge of spreadsheet software; knowledge of office practices and procedures; knowledge of personal computers including data processing software; oral and written communication skills; skill in performing mathematical computations; supervisory skills; analytical and organizational skills; problem solving skills; skills in planning, preparing, and performing accounting tasks; ability to read and interpret data processing printouts; ability to compile and maintain a wide variety of statistical and accounting records for internal and external use; ability to complete tasks in a timely manner under minimal supervision; and ability to work effectively and harmoniously with others. DUTIES: Under direction of the Accounting Manager to conduct financial analysis; to prepare fiscal reports, to update County accounting policies; to ensure that financial records are accurate and comply with generally accepted accounting principles; to ensure that information is processed in accordance with internal control principles; to reconcile accounting sub-systems to the general ledger; to analyze departmental operating statements and monitor budget-to-actual variances; to provide on-going technical support to departments; to prepare financial information in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, Federal and State Laws, administrative rules, county ordinances, grant regulations and other applicable requirements; to develop and implement written accounting procedures; to develop, recommend and implement improvements to both the accounting systems (manual or electronic); to perform special projects as assigned; to supervise staff is needed; and to perform other such duties as may be required. THE EXAMINATION is open to qualified residents of the United States. Appointee must establish residency in Milwaukee County within six (6) months of appointment and maintain residency during incumbency. APPLICANTS MUST POSSESS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF FILING APPLICATION. ON LINE APPLICATION, may be filed, COMPLETELY FILLED IN, by 11:59 p.m. on Friday September 12, 2008. APPLICANTS MUST POSSESS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF FILING APPLICATION. Candidates may be requested to report for a written test, performance test and/or an oral interview, if deemed necessary, at a time and place to be set by the Director of Human Resources. In accordance with the provisions of a Federal Court Order, #74-C-374 issued by U.S. District Judge Myron L. Gordon, ratio hiring based on race may be used in selecting qualifed employees for this classification. Effective October 1, 1988, background checks must be conducted on all individuals appointed to positions covered by Wisconsin Act 27 of the laws of 1997 and Wisconsin State statute 50.065. This requirement impacts all positions authorized in Milwaukee County department of Human Services, Mental Health Division as well as other positions in County Service. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. Company: Milwaukee CountyLocation: Milwaukee, WI 53233Salary/Wage: 52,742.00 - 61,276.00 USD /yearMilwaukee County also offers a very competitive benefits package. Status: Full Time, EmployeeJob Category: Administrative/ClericalRelevant Work Experience: 2+ to 5 YearsCareer Level: Experienced (Non-Manager)Industry: Other/Not ClassifiedOccupations: Administrative Support;Office ManagementIndustry: Other/Not ClassifiedContact: Dashal Young