• Job Description

  Req#: 21177
  Introduction
  
  The Department of Health Services (DHS) , Division of Enterprise Services (DES), Bureau of Fiscal Services (BFS) is recruiting for a Financial Specialist Senior.
  
  This position will be expected to work onsite at one of our central or regional offices a minimum 1 day every two weeks with the opportunity of 9 days of remote work over a 2-week period. This schedule may vary based on training or operational need.
  
  As an employee of the State of Wisconsin, you'll have access to an amazing benefits package , including:
  • 3.5 weeks of vacation, 9 paid holidays and ample sick time ; limitations may apply for leave time usage in the first six months.
  • Top rated health plan options starting at $47/month for single plans and $117/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service.
  • Exceptional pension plan with a 7.2% employer match in 2026 with lifetime retirement payment. Plus, a tax advantaged supplemental retirement savings plan which allows you to save money directly from your paycheck for retirement. Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package!
  • Several flex spending accounts: medical, dependent care, commuter, parking and High-Deductible Health Savings.
  • Well Wisconsin Wellness Program.
  • A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program employer.
  
  Position Summary
  
  As the Financial Specialist Senior in the Expenditure Accounting Section, you will be responsible for reviewing, entering data, monitoring, and record keeping of community aids contracts, expenses, profiles, pre-contract packets and performing detailed analysis (pre-audit) of financial documents prior to their posting into the aids reporting system and the statewide accounting system (STAR/Peoplesoft). Responsibilities include auditing, analyzing, and approving contracts with a variety of funding sources according to state accounting policy and procedures and fiscal requirements.
  
  Additional responsibilities include:
  • Completing entry and auditing of accounting and related transactions for community aids reporting by related entities into the Grants Enrollment Application and Reporting System i.e. GEARS.
  • Approving agency monthly reimbursement requests.
  • Assisting in year-end reconciliation of contracts and year-end adjustment transactions for GEARS.
  • Tracking agency reporting to reduce account receivables.
  • Providing assistance and training to users on GEARS procedures and associated policies.
  • Supporting business process improvements and workflow automation.
  This position will play an important role in supporting new processes and operational requirements. In this position, you will need to be process-oriented, possess strong logical problem-solving skills, the ability to learn new systems, troubleshoot issues, and think through complex process requirements in a structured manner.
  
  Salary Information
  
  The starting pay is $26.61 per hour (approximately $55,300 per year) for hires after June 28, 2026, plus excellent benefits. This is the minimum pay for all Financial Specialist Seniors after this date. A 12-month probationary period is required.
  
  Pay for current or former state employees will be set based on the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction. This position is in pay schedule and range 02/13.
  
  Job Details
  
  
  • All applicants who may be appointed to this position will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled.
  • For positions that allow remote working flexibility, working outside of Wisconsin or in bordering cities will not be allowed except in extremely limited circumstances due to the need to report to an office location in Wisconsin on short notice.
  • Employees must have access to both a private workspace and secure high-speed internet for remote work option. Mileage reimbursement to the employee's headquarter location is not provided. Remote work flexibility will be discussed in more detail during the interview process.
  • DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire. DHS is not an E-Verify employer nor a STEM-OPT eligible employer.
  
  Qualifications
  
  Minimally qualified applicants will have all of the following:
  • Experience performing financial duties and reconciling transactions. (e.g., reviewing, reconciling, and auditing financial transactions and documentation, performing financial data analysis, etc.)
  • Experience using MS-Office Suite (e.g., Excel, Word, Outlook, Access, etc.) and financial software such as Peoplesoft.
  • Experience working with shared software systems such as SharePoint.
  Well-qualified applicants will also have one or more of the following:
  • Training or experience working with the Grants Enrollment Application and Reporting System (GEARS), or similar sub Granting or Contract management systems.
  • Experience in State or Governmental Accounting Policies and Procedures.
  • Experience auditing, reviewing, or processing financial contracts or similar documents.
  • Experience providing training or technical assistance to internal and external customers in a professional setting. (e.g., explaining guidelines to customers, responding to questions regarding payments, training staff on processes, etc.).
  • Associate degree or above in finance, accounting, business, or data analysis related field.
  Your letter of qualifications and resume are each limited to two (2) pages. For a guide on developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included in these materials, click here .
  
  How To Apply
  
  Applying is easy! Click "Apply for Job" to start your application process. Sign into your account or create an account before applying for the job. Follow the steps outlined in the application process to submit your application.
  
  Helpful Information:
  • Once your application is submitted, no changes are allowed. Click "Save" to allow changes to your application as needed before submitting by the deadline.
  • You may want to save a copy of the job posting for referencing after the deadline.
  • Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts according to the qualifications above.
  • Please monitor your email for communications related to this position.
  • Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered.
  • If viewing through an external site, please apply directly at Wisc.Jobs .
  • For technical assistance and general information, please see Frequently Asked Questions . For questions about the position, to request a copy of the full position description, or for other employment inquiries, please contact Jennie Hocker in Human Resources at Jennifer.hocker@dhs.wisconsinl.gov .
  DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on Veterans' hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran's Affairs, click here .
  
  Deadline to Apply
  
  The deadline to apply is June 17 th by 11:59 pm.
  
  Applicants are strongly encouraged to allow ample time to finalize their applications keeping in mind that technical assistance is only available Monday through Friday 7:45 am - 4:30 pm. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

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