Accountant Senior – State Controller’s Office

State of Wisconsin; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leave time and holidays

Health, vision and dental benefits

Pension plan with employer match

Well Wisconsin Wellness program

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Job summary

State of Wisconsin’s Division of Executive Budget and Finance (DEBF), State Controller’s Office, located in Madison, WI, seeks an Accountant Senior to ensure accurate and timely budget entry, monitor transactions, reconcile appropriations, and prepare financial statements for the AFR.

This role requires experience with complex accounting systems and will operate from the office most of the week with some remote work options.

Qualifications

• Completed a four-year or advanced degree with a major in Accounting or commensurate work experience.
• Experience performing professional accounting or budgetary duties such as processing transactions and reconciliations.
• Experience using a complex accounting/financial management system such as PeopleSoft or similar.

Responsibilities

• Load and monitor budget transactions; prepare financial statements and schedules.
• Serve as subject matter expert for commitment control and AFR preparation.
• Compile complex financial statements for the Annual Fiscal Report (AFR).

Skills

Accounting experience

Budget reconciliation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

PeopleSoft

Job description

Introduction

Join an organization that strives to exceed customer expectations by delivering efficient, high-quality state government services. The Department of Administration (DOA) provides direct services to state agency customers and designs and leads initiatives to make government more innovative and cost-effective. Working at DOA offers you the opportunity to make an impact on the quality of life in Wisconsin.

This position is located in the Division of Executive Budget and Finance (DEBF), State Controller’s Office and is headquartered at the DOA Office Building at 101 E. Wilson Street, Madison, WI 53703.

Based on current DEBF policy and the business needs within the unit, this position would work from their headquarter location at least two days per week with the possibility of working from home the remaining days.

As the flagship agency of the State of Wisconsin, our core values at Department of Administration are Adaptability, Collaboration, Stewardship, Equity, Service Excellence, and Integrity. Our values make it possible for us to fulfill our mission, with a set of shared principles and practices, and form the bedrock of how we operate, interact, and are seen by colleagues, partners, and other agencies.

Position Summary

This position works under the supervision of the Accounting Services Supervisor in the State Controller’s Office. This position performs accounting functions to ensure accurate and timely entry of budget transactions including loading and monitoring budget transactions, appropriation reconciliation, and preparation of financial statements/schedules. The position serves as a subject matter expert for commitment control and compiles complex financial statements in preparation of the Annual Fiscal Report (AFR).

To review a complete description of duties, see the position description.

Salary Information

The Accountant Senior (07-03) will have a salary between $81,120 and $87,360 ($39.00 - $42.00 hourly). In addition, up to $1.00 per hour CPA add-on may be available depending on qualifications. A 12-month probationary period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan.

In Addition, We Offer a Competitive Benefits Package Featuring

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation/personal holiday to start, 9 paid holidays, and 130 hours of sick time that rolls over each year.
• Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment
• 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
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Job Details

Due to the nature of the position, DOA will conduct background checks on applicants prior to selection. DOA does not sponsor work visas and is not an eligible OPT (Optional Practical Training) employer for F-1 international students. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States, and to complete the required employment eligibility form.

Certain positions within this Department may allow remote/work from home flexibility for a portion of their work schedule, depending on the needs of the position and the work unit. This position will be expected to work in office at least 2 days per week. This topic and any remote work flexibility that may be available will be discussed in more detail in the interview process.

Qualifications

Qualified candidates will have each of the following:

• Completed a four-year or advanced degree with a major in Accounting from an accredited college/university; or commensurate work or professional experience.
• Experience performing professional accounting duties or budgetary duties such as processing transactions and performing reconciliations.
• Experience utilizing a complex accounting/financial management system such as PeopleSoft or similar.

Well Qualified Candidates Will Have Experience In The Following

• Financial reporting experience related to analyzing accounts, financial statement compilation, and accounting information systems, etc.
• Experience performing complex financial reconciliations, including analyzing and resolving discrepancies across accounts, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable policies.

The State of Wisconsin is committed to providing opportunities to all applicants from all backgrounds. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Any applicants and employees with a disability may request reasonable accommodations.

The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program.

Questions can be directed to Michelle Bassuener at [e-mail].

Deadline to Apply

Applications must be submitted by 11:59pm on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.