ACCOUNTANT IV

The Accountant IV 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 Requitements (WUFAR), contract administration, accounts payable, cash management, school accounting and information systems. 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: $77,803 - $112,061 (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.
• Two or more years of progressive experience in governmental accounting, budgeting or auditing.
• CPA certification and/or a master's degree is desired

Equivalent combinations of job-related coursework and experience may also be considered.

• Assists with maintenance of the general ledger.
• Reviews and monitors cash receipts and other financial activity and determines areas in need of adjustment.
• Prepares on-going reconciliations.
• Prepares month-end and year-end journal entries, as well as supporting schedules.
• Pursues financial issues with schools and departments.
• Assists internal and external auditors as directed.
• Performs, in accordance with professional care and due diligence standards of the accounting industry, various tasks assigned to the general accounting area to include: GAAP basis financial reporting, regulatory financial reporting, general ledger accounting, contract administration and compliance, categorical accounting, accounts payable, cash management, cost accounting, school accounting, financial information systems implementation, and special projects.
• Stays abreast of accounting pronouncements, practices and trends, Maintains an in-depth familiarity of GAAP and WUF AR to effectively participate in dialogue with peers, supervisors, senior management, auditors (internal and external) and other financial staff. Applies GAAP and WUFAR in the performance of assigned responsibilities.
• Identifies accounting issues, researches accounting reference materials, identifies alternative accounting treatments and recommends specific GAAP or WUF AR to be applied with full documentation for management review and audit purposes.
• 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.
• Assumes system administration responsibilities for assigned financial systems and sub-systems. Maintains a thorough knowledge of financial systems technology lo participate in the planning, design and implementation of the Departments financial inflammation systems.
• Participates in the preparation 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.