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Highway Staff Accountant

Department:Highway
Reports to:Highway Commissioner
Grade/Wage:Starting at $23.54/hour
FLSA Status/Hours:Non-Exempt, 40 Hours per week

Summary



This position is responsible for cost accounting, fund accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, and record maintenance. The Staff Accountant ensures all highway accounting transactions are performed in accordance with the State of Wisconsin Uniform Cost Accounting Manual.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities



To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily and in a timely manner. The following duties are normal for this position:
  • Oversee cost accounting for the department, including fund accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, and record maintenance.
  • Manage all cash transactions, including receipts, deposits, and the preparation of vouchers for disbursements.
  • Prepare monthly financial reports and cost pool status in accordance with the State of Wisconsin Uniform Cost Accounting Manual.
  • Maintain machinery maintenance records, including classification, depreciation, additions, disposals, and major repairs for all equipment.
  • Assist with the preparation of the annual department budget and complete annual reports to the DOT.
  • Responsible for job costing related to payroll, fringe benefits, shop operations, equipment, and inventory control.
  • Process invoices to the County, State, Towns, and other external entities.
  • Prepare annual financial reports and manage the closing of books at year-end.


 

Qualifications



To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Education and/or Experience

  • Associate degree in Accounting.
  • Three (3) years of experience with accounting or bookkeeping, or an equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the necessary knowledge and skills.


 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Thorough knowledge of accounting principles, including fixed assets.
  • Ability to work with limited daily supervision and make accurate, independent decisions regarding office priorities.
  • Excellent organizational skills and a high degree of self-direction and motivation.
  • Ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with Department Heads, Elected Officials, and the general public.
  • Ability to maintain the confidential nature of the position.


 

Technological Skills



Requires a working knowledge of Windows and the Microsoft Office Suite, as well as knowledge of data processing capabilities as they apply to financial record keeping.

 

Physical Demands



The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee is regularly required to talk and listen, and frequently required to stand, walk, and sit. Occasional reaching, stooping, kneeling, or crouching is required. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

 

Work Environment



The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The position is based in a normal office setting with little or no discomfort from temperature, dust, or noise. The noise level in the work environment typically ranges from quiet to moderately loud.
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