Accounting Program Assistant III
Accounting Program Assistant III
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$ 54401 - 66689
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Job Description
Introduction
The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse workforcededicated to delivering exceptional service to its residents. If you have apassion for being a part of an inclusive team of public servants pleaseconsider the following opportunity.
Purpose
The Accounting Program Assistant III performs accounting andadministrative functions to ensure the efficient operation of the GeneralAccounting Division in the Office of the Comptroller.
Essential Functions
Accounting
- Provide lead technical support in the accounting for tax deed properties.
- Analyze review and document tax deed property acquisitions and disposals including the process of returning excess proceeds to prior owners.
- Review analyze and reconcile the year-end list of properties and values for the financial statement audit.
Record Retention
- Document and prepare tax deed property records.
- Assist with records retention duties including drafting departmental procedures preparing forms submitting documents to the Records Committee and working with City departments for accurate accounting of tax deed information.
Administrative
- Assist accountants in the analysis of account queries retrieval of documents preparation of spreadsheets and worksheets and data entry to accounting modules.
- Perform reconciliations for management City departments and internal and external auditors.
- Assist in accounting system testing and research.
- Establish and maintain a system of imaging contracts and agreements with an appropriate index of key elements for future inquiries.
- Maintain data for disclosure of all future annual revenues and expenditures associated with ongoing capital and operating leases.
We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who areinterested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during thehiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of1990 as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA)of 2008.
Minimum Requirements
- Three years of progressively responsible accounting or financial support experience performing duties closely related to the essential functions of this position.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may alsobe considered.
NOTICE:Please do not attach your academic transcriptsto your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidateseducation as part of the background screening process before extending any joboffers.
Desirable Qualifications
- Experience using PeopleSoft.
Knowledge Skills Abilities & Other Characteristics
Technical
- Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and practices.
- Knowledge of mathematics and the ability to make accurate calculations.
- Knowledge of customer service best practices and the ability to effectively integrate them into operational processes.
- Ability to understand and apply accounting concepts to relevant City business processes and guidelines.
- Ability to read and understand documents such as budgets policies and other technical publications.
- Ability to use manage and query data within software programs such as Microsoft Excel Access and the internet.
- Ability to effectively and efficiently utilize the Citys financial management information system (Oracle/PeopleSoft).
- Proficiency using standard computer software and programs such as word processing spreadsheet and financial software systems and databases.
Communication and Interpersonal
- Written communication skills to write clear and concise documents and correspondence.
- Verbal communication skills to share information and respond to questions.
- Ability to maintain professional courteous and effective working relationships with managers fellow staff direct reports and outside parties.
- Ability to work in a collaborative environment.
- Ability to work cooperatively and fairly with people whose backgrounds may differ from ones own.
Judgment and Professionalism
- Ability to think critically and analytically.
- Ability to effectively analyze and resolve issues and exercise sound judgment.
- Ability to plan organize initiate prioritize and complete work to achieve objectives promptly within deadlines and with limited supervision.
- Attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate work.
- Honesty integrity and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to serve as an effective steward of City resources.
Current Salary
The current salary range (Pay Range 5GN) is$54401-$66689annually and the current resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukeeresidents is$56033-$68690.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 benefitprogram which includes:
- Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) 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
THE SELECTION PROCESSwill be job-related and willconsist of one or more of the following: an evaluation of educationexperience and/or responses to supplemental questions; a written orperformance test a structured interview or other assessment methods. TheDepartment of Employee Relations reserves the right to call only the mostqualified candidates to structured interviews and performance interviews may include written exercises. Selection processcomponent weights will be determined by further analysis of the job. INITIAL FILING DATEThe selection process willbe held as soon as practical after the deadline listed above. Receipt ofapplications may be discontinued at any time after this date without priornotice. However recruitment may continue until the Citys needs have been applicants will be notified of the date time and place of theselection process components. Unless otherwise required by law the City ofMilwaukee will not provide alternative selection process dates or times. Theapplicant is responsible for attending all phases of the job selection processat the time and place designated by the City of Milwaukee. EEO Code 501 The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and isan equal opportunity employer.Additional Information
Conclusion
Employment Type
Full-Time
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