Accountant - Health Department

Marathon County•Wausau, WI

About The Position

The Accountant supports the fiscal operations of the Health Department by providing technical and specialized assistance with grant accounting, fiscal monitoring, budget development, and forecasting. The role applies complex accounting principles and develops and maintains appropriate internal controls and accounting procedures across several financial areas. Work is performed under the direction of the Finance Director and Health Officer. Responsibilities include managing grants and related financial activities; supporting annual budget development and ongoing fiscal monitoring and forecasting; preparing and analyzing financial reports; assisting with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting; and supporting compliance, audits, reconciliations, and internal controls. The position also analyzes payroll reports and maintains costing allocations, responds to financial inquiries, and communicates financial information to management and other stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or bachelor’s degree in Business with an accounting emphasis, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Ability to perform upper-level data and budget analysis and implement decisions based on data.
Knowledge of financial management principles, practices, procedures, and financial analysis techniques.
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) principles.
Ability to interpret and apply applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations.
Intermediate Excel skills.
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, including preparing and maintaining financial statements and reports.
Ability to communicate financial information effectively to non-financial stakeholders.
Ability to exercise independent judgment and resolve problems using facts and knowledge.
Ability to take initiative, anticipate potential issues, and develop proactive solutions.
Ability to perform moderately complex mathematical calculations rapidly and accurately.
Ability to identify errors by logically tracing an accounting process.
Ability to prioritize duties based on emergent situations and respond to the greatest need.
Ability to work independently and meet strict timelines.
Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
Ability to work in a team-oriented and service-oriented environment and contribute to a positive work environment and organizational culture.

Nice To Haves

Experience with grant accounting, budgeting, and reconciliation.

Responsibilities

Oversee, manage, and monitor grants and related financial activities.
Implement and monitor county accounting policies and procedures.
Provide analysis and timely reporting to program management.
Collaborate with Health Department leadership to optimize funding streams and allowable uses.
Support development of the Health Department’s annual budget and assist with fiscal monitoring and forecasting.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad-hoc financial reports.
Analyze accounts for accuracy, research discrepancies, and compile data into actionable insights for internal teams and external agencies.
Provide financial insights to management.
Analyze payroll reports and maintain costing allocations.
Monitor, prepare, and assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
Respond to inquiries and maintain organized financial files and documentation.
Maintain internal controls and follow accounting procedures and policies.
Assist with the Single audit, including preparation and review of documentation and adherence to procedures.
Reconcile accounts to ensure financial information is current.