Senior Accountant — Public Sector Grants & GAAP Expert

Sheboygan County Human Resources; Sheboygan (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Time off: 15 vacation days, sick time,

10 paid holidays

Referral program

Wisconsin Retirement System

education discount

Job summary

Sheboygan County Health and Human Services is seeking a Senior Accountant to perform advanced accounting and financial functions in support of the department. You will provide GAAP expertise, grant oversight, and budgeting guidance to management and program staff.

The role involves coordinating audits, preparing financial statements, and ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements. A strong background in GASB and public-sector finance is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• CPA preferred.
• Five (5) years of progressive accounting experience. A combination of education and work experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex accounting and financial functions to support GAAP/GASB compliance.
• Monitor departmental financial activity to ensure budgets are respected.
• Identify financial risks and advise management on corrective actions.
• Complete month-end and year-end close, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly/quarterly/annual reports for management and auditors.
• Manage grant-related finances, budgets, and reports.
• Coordinate state and federal grant reporting (WIMCR, Single Audit).
• Provide guidance on budgeting and billing processes to staff.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

GASB knowledge

Budgeting

Grant management

Financial analysis

ERP systems

Billing systems

Auditing

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

CPA preferred

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

SmartCare

General ledger software

Spreadsheet software

Job description

Sheboygan County Health and Human Services is seeking a Senior Accountant to perform advanced accounting and financial functions in support of the department. You will provide GAAP expertise, grant oversight, and budgeting guidance to management and program staff.

The role involves coordinating audits, preparing financial statements, and ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements. A strong background in GASB and public-sector finance is essential.