SPECIALIST I - BUSINESS

The Specialist I - Business will assist in financial reporting. This position performs any of the following functions: Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) basis financial reporting as established by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), general ledger accounting in accordance with Wisconsin Uniform Financial Accounting Requirements (WUFAR), contract administration, accounts payable, accounts receivable, grant accounting and other functions as needed. Ensures the integrity of financial records. Identifies and informs supervisor of all material operational and financial matters. Implements and maintains effective financial controls.

Salary range is $85,409 - $123,119 (12-month position)

Applications for the following position are being accepted by the Office of Human Resources through Thursday, August 7, 2025.

To be considered as a candidate, a current, updated resume MUST be attached to the completed application. Additionally, ALL candidates must attach transcripts confirming the required bachelor' s degree (unofficial transcripts can be submitted, however official transcripts will be required upon hire).

• If you are unable to electronically attach these documents, you must notify Cassandra in human resources at morac2@milwaukee.k12.wi.us that you are sending hard copies. Caution: when attaching documents to the application, be sure the documents are legible. If the documents cannot be read, your application may be disqualified from consideration.

If you are selected for the next stage of the interview process, you will be contacted, via email, to submit three electronic professional references. Identified references will receive an online reference check to complete.

No applications or application materials will be accepted after the deadline date.

Appointment is subject to a criminal background check, a drug/alcohol test and credential verification.

If you have any questions, please contact Cassandra Morales-Salcedo at morac2@milwaukee.k12.wi.us or 414-777-7879.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university.
• Five or more years of progressive experience in governmental accounting, budgeting or auditing.
• CPA certification and/or a master's degree is desired.
• Experience in a large organization is preferred.

A combination of education and experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.

• Reviews and monitors financial activity and statements and determines areas in need of adjustment.
• Prepares financial reports filed by Milwaukee Public schools. This may include financial reporting as well as reports to other users such as DPI.
• Organizes and categorizes large amounts of financial data.
• Establishes and implements department policies, goals and objectives and procedures. Identifies accounting issues, researches accounting reference materials, identifies alternative accounting treatments and recommends specific GAAP or WUFAR to be applied with full documentation for management review and audit purposes.
• Prepares and directs the preparation of a variety of written correspondence, reports, procedures, ordinances and other written materials.
• Makes procedural and operational improvement recommendations to Comptroller.
• Assumes ownership of financial controls in assigned general accounting functions, projects and processes and monitors controls for effectiveness and improvement. Alerts management as appropriate, evaluates areas for new financial controls that may be necessary, and fully documents all controls including preparation and maintenance of related Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Monitors workflow and identifies opportunities to streamline or automate processes.
• Isolates unusual transactions, reviews and makes proper notations. Evaluates unusual transactions for an emerging pattern or a change in operating conditions. Follows up by appropriately adjusting controls and procedures. Proactively informs management of all material operational and financial matters or changes related to budgets, estimates, fiscal studies, actual expenditures, revenue and expenditure forecasts, pro forma statements, processes, policies and procedures.
• Participates in the preparation of GAAP basis financial reporting including footnotes, required disclosures, account analysis and reconciliations, work paper documentation and interaction with auditors.
• Adheres to district accounting policy with an emphasis on maintaining the integrity of accounting records and reports. Produces well-documented, quality work products and works effectively under pressure and tight timelines.
• Actively supports the MPS Strategic Plan.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The Milwaukee Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, activities, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of a person's sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or disability. Reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

In accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, every applicant for a position with Milwaukee Public Schools will be subject to the open records law. Any applicant not wishing to have his/her identity released, must submit a written statement to that effect to the Office of Human Resources. The identities of all "final candidates" may be released. Milwaukee Public Schools reserves the right to interview the best qualified candidates.