Financial Specialist Advanced

Position Summary

Under the general supervision of the Financial Program Supervisor, this position provides complex levels of accounting, auditing, and bookkeeping oversight for multiple programs and funding sources at the Columbia Correctional Institution (CCI). This position is responsible for providing program direction for purchasing, Persons In Our Care financial accounts, general financial accounts, store and canteen operations, audits and reviews of financial transactions—including cost allocation patterns—and ensures compliance with federal and state regulations, Department of Administration (DOA) policies, DOC accounting, internal controls, and procedures.

This role reconciles the Stores Inventory System to the department’s automated accounting system and actual physical counts, prepares highly complex documents and financial reports such as balance sheet, income statement, cash flow, and other reports for the institution canteen. It also maintains controls and prepares reports for the reconciliation of the institution’s major fixed assets inventory and accounts receivable. The position serves as lead worker for a Financial Specialist Senior, a Financial Specialist in the Business Office, and an Inventory Control Coordinator Advanced in the warehouse covering Stores Inventory and Canteen operations.

It has primary responsibility for the institution’s Risk Management insurance claims program.

This position is in pay schedule/range 02/15 with a starting pay rate of $30.47
/hour, plus excellent benefits. Pay on appointment for current state employees may vary according to the applicable pay transaction provisions of the Compensations Plan, Wisconsin Administrative Code, and statutes. A twelve‑month probationary period is required.

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation/personal time, nine paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
• Insurance:
  Excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment.
• An optional tax‑advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
• DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well‑being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.
• Our Employee Assistance Program 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.
• More information about State of Wisconsin benefits.

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Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application.

The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre‑employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment.

Qualified applicants will have experience in the following:

• Auditing invoices for accuracy against receiving reports, purchase orders, bids, and encumbrances, and processing payments using a computerized accounting system.
• Leading, guiding, or coaching other staff (e.g., training, advising, reviewing work, problem solving).
• Performing accounting practices and procedures, completing fiscal audits and reconciliations, and creating reports.

To apply, click on “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.

Your letter of qualifications and resume are very important parts of your application and should detail your training and experience related to the qualifications listed in the job posting. Limit to a maximum of 2 pages each.

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