State Resource Advisor Financial Specialist

Job summary
The State Resource Advisor (Financial Specialist Advanced) position at the Wisconsin Air National GuardResponsible for preparing financial reports and resolving problems related to state and federal expendituresOversees a complex budget and makes recommendations for improving financial management processes
Job seniority: associate level
Responsibilities
• Prepare monthly reconciliations for federal cooperative agreements• Process data and resolve problems related to state and federal expenditures and travel expenses• Review critical data, analyze, and present information to management• Prepare financial information for risk management decision making• Prepare computerized reports and schedules for audit and internal controls• Review and make recommendations for all accounts, reconciliations, reports, journals, ledgers, and records within the agency
Requirements
• Experience using multiple databases and financial software• Experience reconciling payment requests using information from multiple databases and/or spreadsheets• Experience with manual tracking platforms such as Microsoft Excel• Ability to manage multiple budgets and lines of accounting• Experience with projecting payroll and budget requirements• Ability to allocate funds requests and ensure compliance• Experience in developing and ensuring compliance for contract requirements• Knowledge and application of professional accounting theories and principles
Key Skills Needed
• Experience using multiple databases and financial software• Knowledge of professional accounting theories and principles• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Benefits
• Substantial leave time including vacation, paid holidays, and accrued sick time• Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits• An exceptional pension plan with lifetime retirement payment• Access to a free and confidential employee assistance program• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program