Accountant (Finance)
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Accountant (Finance)
Salary
$30.60 - $40.10 Hourly
Location
Elkhorn, WI
Job Type
Part-time
Job Number
2025-00102
Department
Finance
Opening Date
09/19/2025
Closing Date
10/3/2025 5:00 PM Central
Description
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An Equal Opportunity Employer
Position Summary
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.
SCHEDULE
Days: 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.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
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.
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.
Education and/or Experience
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
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Selection Process
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.
WALWORTH COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFIT SUMMARY
I - Salaried Exempt Employees
BARGAINING UNIT: Salaried Exempt Employees
DATE: January 1, 2019
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: All employees of Walworth County are at-will employees.
BASIS OF PAYMENT: Salaried, FLSA Exempt. You are not eligible for overtime or compensatory time. You are required to account for all time absent from your regular work schedule.
SCHEDULED TIME OFF: Accrued based on salary each pay period. All accrued scheduled time off hours are available for use, subject to approval of your supervisor. You accrue scheduled time off (pro-rated for part-time) equivalent to the following:
15 days per year after 1 year of Walworth County Service
20 days per year after 5 years of Walworth County Service
25 days per year after 15 years of Walworth County Service
*may be considered for additional Scheduled Time Off (STO) based on continuous related experience per Ord. Sec. 15-515 (e)
PERSONAL TIME OFF: Employees will receive 64 hours of personal time off as a lump sum at the beginning of each year (pro-rated for part-time and newly-hired employees). At the end of each calendar year, an employee may request to move remaining personal time off hours to the extended sick leave bank. If no request is made, any remaining hours shall be paid out on the employee's last pay date of the calendar year.
EXTENDED SICK LEAVE BANK: Used for time off of work for more serious health conditions that require three or more consecutive days off or when on an approved leave of absence.
HOLIDAYS: Ten paid holidays each year. As a part-time employee, you receive pro-rated holiday pay based on your positions budgeted FTE.
INSURANCE: Employees hired into a .75 FTE or higher position are eligible for Health, Dental, Life, Vision Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability insurance benefits on the first of the month following 30 days of service provided you complete enrollment forms within 30 days of hire. Employees hired into a .50 FTE or higher position are eligible for all benefits listed below except Health insurance. Employees hired into a .49 FTE or less position are eligible to participate in Short-Term Disability only.
Health Insurance: You can choose Tier 1 or Tier 2. Tier 1 is a standard co-pay plan. Tier 2 is a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA). The County will contribute an amount approved by the County Board, payable as a lump sum to your HSA for Tier 2. You may also elect to contribute to your HSA up to the IRS maximum. You may elect either family or single coverage. The monthly premium will be split between the County and the employee.
Dental Insurance: You may elect either family or single coverage. The county shall pay 100% (single or family) of the premium for a full-time and 50% (single or family) of the premium for a part-time employee enrolled in dental insurance.
Life Insurance: The County provides you with term life insurance in an amount equal to $50,000. You have the option of purchasing additional coverage for yourself, spouse, and/or dependent children.
Short-Term Disability Insurance: The County provides you with Short-Term Disability Insurance with premiums paid by the employer.
LTD Insurance: The County provides you with Long-Term Disability Insurance. The monthly premium is 0.83% of your insured monthly wages. The County shall pay 67% of the premium & the employee shall pay 33% of the premium.
Vison Insurance: You may elect to participate in Vision insurance. The employee electing coverage shall pay 100% (single or family) of the premium for vision insurance.
WISCONSIN RETIREMENT: You are covered under the Wisconsin Retirement System if you are expected to work a minimum of 1200 hours per year for a period of one year or more. The WRS provides you with separation, disability or retirement benefits upon termination. The payment is split between the county and employee, as prescribed by state law. Employees expected to work less than 1200 hours per year will not receive this benefit.
EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE: After completing 6 months of employment, you are eligible to participate in the Educational Assistance Program and receive partial reimbursement for tuition upon completion of approved courses.
TAX-SHELTERED BENEFITS: You may elect to participate in the following tax-sheltered benefits:
Deferred Compensation (S457 plan)
Medical Spending Account (S125 plan)
Dependent Care Plan (S125 plan)
Health Savings Account (S223 plan)
WORKERS COMPENSATION: You are covered by Workers Compensation for any illness or injury arising out of your employment. Medical expenses and compensation for lost time are paid from the workers' compensation plan. In addition, the County will supplement the workers' compensation lost-time payment for up to 1 year, making you whole on a "net-check" basis.
DIRECT DEPOSIT: You are required to participate in direct deposit of your paycheck to a banking institution of your choice.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: You and your family are encouraged to use the Employee Assistance Program for help in addressing confidential family and financial matters. EAP services are provided through Curalinc. Please call 888-881-5462 for help.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: You will receive pay for up to 3 days for the purpose of bereavement over the death of your spouse, child, step-child, parent, step-parent, brother, sister, grandparent, grandchild, mother-in-law, father-in-law, or other member of the immediate household (excluding renters).
You will receive up to 1 day of pay for the death of your brother-in-law, sister-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, aunt, uncle, niece or nephew.
JURY DUTY: Your regular wages will be made-whole for any time you are required to serve on jury duty.
MILITARY LEAVE: Your regular wages will be made-whole for up to two weeks for you to meet your annual two-week reserve duty obligation. Extended military leaves are provided in accordance with state and federal laws.
LEAVE OF ABSENCE: You are required to request a leave of absence in writing and a minimum of 15 calendar days prior to your expected absence. All leaves are subject to approval of the Human Resources Department and are at the discretion of the County's representative, except as otherwise required by law. Under emergency situations, the leave papers must be submitted within 5 days after the absence begins. Periods of absence less than 5 days may be approved by your department head.
Note: This Summary provides only a brief outline of your benefits. All benefit terms and conditions are subject to the specific provisions of plan documents, policies, and/or legal rules and regulations. These benefits are subject to change from time to time by action of the County Board and/or Human Resources Committee.
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Do you have a valid driver's license?
Yes
No
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Please indicate below your highest level of education completed.
No High School Diploma/GED
High School Diploma/GED
Some College/Tech School
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
Doctoral Degree
03
Please indicate what area your degree, if any, is in.
04
Briefly detail your accounting experience.
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Employer
Walworth County
Address
P.O. Box 1001 100 W. Walworth Street Elkhorn, Wisconsin, 53121
Phone
262-741-7950
Website
http://www.co.walworth.wi.us
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