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The Department of Health Services (DHS), Central Wisconsin Center (CWC) is recruiting for an Accountant – Journey to support both CWC and Mendota Mental Health Institute (MMHI).

CWC provides short-term and long-term residential services to assist people living with intellectual disabilities in acquiring the personal skills needed to reach their highest potential. MMHI is an inpatient psychiatric facility, with one outpatient program, specializing in serving patients with complex psychiatric conditions, often combined with certain problem behaviors. Both facilities are located on the North side of Madison. 

 

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CWC has a 24/7 fitness center, free parking, and is on the Madison Metro bus route. As an employee of the State of Wisconsin, you'll have access to an amazing benefits package, including:

  • 3.5 weeks of vacation, 9 paid holidays and ample sick time; limitations may apply for leave time usage in the first six months. 
  • Top rated health plan options starting at $45/month for single plans and $111/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service. 
  • Exceptional pension plan with a 7.2% employer match in 2026 with lifetime retirement payment. Plus, a tax advantaged supplemental retirement savings plan which allows you to save money directly from your paycheck for retirement. Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package!  
  • Several flex spending accounts: medical, dependent care, commuter, and High Deductible Health Savings.
  • Well Wisconsin Wellness Program.
  • A free and confidential employee assistance program that 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.
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program employer.

Position Summary

 

In this role, you will be responsible for the preparation and interpretation of a wide variety of complex fiscal reports and completion of miscellaneous accounting tasks; assisting with the procurement of supplies and services for CWC program and operational needs; assisting the CWC/MMHI business manager in the management and operation of the fiscal affairs of CWC and MMHI; and the monitoring of CWC resident accounts.  This position is involved with the accounting, budgeting and financial reporting of the 10 appropriations and 60 projects at the CWC, MMHI, and the Mendota Juvenile Treatment Center (MJTC). Some responsibilities include:

  • Preparing fiscal year-end financial reports for CWC and MMHI such as the depository funds report and patient/resident account balances report.
  • Preparing the monthly revenue and expenditure report for CWC resident trust fund accounts.
  • Overseeing and processing the monthly reconciliation of CWC’s four checking accounts and one resident savings account and MMHI’s four checking accounts.
  • Auditing various financial/program activities at MMHI/CWC including cash receipts and purchasing cards.

Salary Information

 

The starting pay is between $33.52 and $37.08 per hour (approximately between $69,700 and $77,100 per year), depending on qualifications, plus excellent benefits. In addition, an add-on up to $1.00 per hour may be available for CPA certification. A 12-month probationary period is required. 

Pay for current or former state employees will be set based on the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction. This position is classified as an Accountant – Journey and is in pay schedule and range 07/03.

Job Details

 

  • All applicants who may be appointed will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled.
  • All appointees will be required to receive a TB test, which will be administered by CWC or medical personnel approved by the facility prior to their start date.
  • DHS does not sponsor work visas for these positions, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire. DHS is not an E-Verify employer nor a STEM-OPT eligible employer.

Qualifications

 

Minimally qualified applicants will have:

  • A bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in accounting or an associate’s degree in accounting and 2 years of equivalent work-related accounting experience or 3 years of equivalent work-related accounting experience (e.g., managerial/cost accounting, fiscal report analysis, auditing, etc.). 
  • Experience using computer programs or databases (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Access, QuickBooks, etc.) for preparing financial reports and projections, budgeting, etc.

Well-qualified applicants will also have one or both of the following:

  • Experience completing multiple types of cost allocations (e.g., cost allocations for fixed costs, payroll, IT, revenue, etc.)
  • Experience with accounts receivable and billing.

Your letter of qualifications is limited to 1 page and your resume is limited to 3 pages. For a guide on developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included in these materials, click here.

How To Apply

 

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  • Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts according to the qualifications above. 
  • Please monitor your email for communications related to this position. 
  • Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered. 
  • If viewing through an external site, please apply directly at Wisc.Jobs. 
  • For technical assistance and general information, please see Frequently Asked Questions. For questions about the position, to request a copy of the full position description, or for other employment inquiries, please contact DHSCWCHumanResources@dhs.wisconsin.gov.

DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on Veterans’ hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran’s Affairs, click here.

Deadline to Apply

 

The deadline to apply is February 18th at 11:59 pm. This is a re-announcement, if you previously applied you do not need to re-apply. 

Applicants are strongly encouraged to allow ample time to finalize their applications keeping in mind that technical assistance is only available Monday through Friday 7:45 am – 4:30 pm. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.