Sr. Accountant - Grants

Join Our Team as a Senior Accountant!

Are you a detail-oriented accounting professional with a passion for grants ? We’re looking for a skilled and motivated individual to join our Finance team at Children’s Wisconsin.

Location: Remote, with the ability to come to the office in West Allis, WI (Milwaukee area) occasionally for meetings.

What you will do:

Under general direction, performs a variety of general accounting related functions for Children's Hospital and Health System entities in the areas of grants management, general ledger maintenance, detailed account analysis and reconciliation, and financial statement preparation in accordance with established policies and procedures.

What you will need:

• Requires the knowledge and understanding of recognized principles, theories and techniques of accounting and knowledge of accounting information systems and procedures acquired through completion of a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.

• Five years of progressively responsible work experience with a minimum of three years direct accounting experience. Healthcare or nonprofit accounting experience and CPA certification preferred.

• Demonstrated knowledge of Excel applications in a Windows environment and computerized financial reports.

• Analytical ability to detect errors and find solutions to accounting problems. Excellent organizational skills, time management, and a high level of accuracy to independently prioritize and accomplish tasks in a timely manner. Good interpersonal skills in order to effectively interact with coworkers in the finance department, internal customers, and external funding agencies.  Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in the face of change and ambiguity.  

• Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality when collecting and reporting data.