Financial Auditor

State of Wisconsin Division of Personnel Management
US - Alabama - Madison
December 31, 2024
Accounting

IntroductionWho Are We?

The Legislative Audit Bureau is an award-winning, nonpartisan legislative service agency whose objective analyses and recommendations help improve the efficiency and effectiveness of state government operations. We are looking for detail-oriented professionals to join our team and contribute to the Bureau's important mission. The Bureau's work helps the legislature fulfill its responsibility to provide effective oversight of Wisconsin state government.

Why Should You Join Us?

You want to make a difference and contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of state government operations.
You are currently a Certified Public Accountant or are interested in becoming a Certified Public Accountant and are seeking relevant experience, financial support, and a professional network.
You want to explore professional development and growth and are interested in continued education and learning opportunities.
You want to work in a professional environment and be part of a team of intelligent colleagues doing meaningful work.
You are interested in financial auditing and analysis.
You are interested in a healthy balance between your personal and professional life, including a flexible work schedule.
You are seeking a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. The offered benefits package includes, but is not limited to:
- 120 hours of vacation, 36 hours of personal holiday, 9 paid holidays, and 130 hours of sick leave.
- Electives for health, vision, and dental benefits, as well as health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts.
- Options for alternative work patterns to facilitate a work-life balance.
- Participation in the Well Wisconsin Program.
- Access to a free and confidential employee assistance program for State of Wisconsin employees to provide support for and resources for everyday matters to more serious concerns.
- Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System.
- Possible qualification for student loan forgiveness.

Position SummaryWhat Will You Do?

As a member of the Financial Audit Division, you will be assigned to a variety of diverse and challenging audit assignments, including the audit of Wisconsin's financial statements and the audit of the State's compliance with federal grant program requirements. Our financial auditors work with audit professionals to systematically examine the accounting records and financial statements of entities that receive public funds and perform reviews of government operations that promote good fiscal and management practices.

Salary Information

Salary is commensurate with candidate qualifications, certifications, and experience.

QualificationsWho Are You?

As a qualified candidate:

You are able to maintain strict nonpartisanship.
You have a Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting, with solid academic performance, and are eligible to sit for the CPA exam.
You have at least 2-4 years of recent professional auditing experience.

In addition, as a well-qualified candidate:

You are able to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
You are highly motivated, take initiative, and excel in meeting challenges.
You possess strong attention to detail.
You are able to effectively balance multiple tasks.
You are able to develop positive working relationships with teammates and other colleagues.
You are able to self-reflect and respond to feedback in a positive and constructive manner.

How To ApplyHow Do You Join?

We are seeking candidates who are legally authorized to work in the United States and will not require employer visa sponsorship now or in the future. This position is located on-site at our Madison, Wisconsin office building. A background check will be conducted on all finalists prior to an offer of employment.

To be considered, interested candidates must submit the following materials to . @legis. wisconsin. gov :

a cover letter addressing your experience and qualifications as it relates to the qualifications of the position;
resume; and
unofficial transcripts.

Deadline to Apply

The deadline to apply is 11:59 p. m. on Sunday, January 12, 2025.

The Legislative Audit Bureau is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

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