Financial Specialist Job in Milwaukee, WI

Vacancy No. 25-02 Department U.S. Courts
Salary $56,305.00 to $91,488.00 Grade 26 to 26
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 2/11/2025 Close Date 5/11/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Milwaukee, WI


Summary

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin is hiring a Financial Specialist. The position is located in Milwaukee, WI.

This position is in the Finance Department of the U.S. District Court Clerk's Office in Milwaukee, WI. The Financial Specialist performs financial, technical, and professional work related to financial activities of the court.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

Open until filled, with preference given to applications received by February 18, 2025.

Duties

  • Perform accounts payable and accounts receivable duties.
  • Maintain, reconcile, and analyze accounting records and reports related to receipts and expenditures of the court.
  • Responsible for the accuracy and accountability of monies received and disbursed by the court.
  • Prepare purchase orders and maintain detailed procurement files which are subject to financial audits.
  • Perform joint reconciliation of cash drawers and prepare Treasury deposits.
  • Use of wide range of technology including Microsoft Office, Judiciary and Treasury accounting applications, and cash management tools.
  • Adhere to the Guide to Judiciary Policy, Treasury regulations, and the court's internal control process.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Applicants must be U.S. citizen or eligible to work in the United States.
  • Employees are required to use the Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) for payroll deposit.
  • The selected candidate will be subject to a background check as a condition of employment.
  • Employees of the United States District Court are "at will" employees and are not included in the Government's Civil Service classification.

Qualifications

  • At least two (2) years of progressively responsible financial experience which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the representative duties of this position.
  • Proficiency with a wide range of technology, including Microsoft Office applications and Adobe Acrobat.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial records.
  • Strong organizational skills, detail oriented.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize work assignments.
  • Ability to troubleshoot errors and probable causes; strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Application packets will also be reviewed by the hiring manager and HR. Those best meeting qualifications listed in the job announcement will be interviewed.

Required Documents

Please read the "How to Apply" section.

How to Apply

Submit a single PDF to: employment@wied.uscourts.gov including:

  1. cover letter,
  2. resume, and
  3. Form AO 78, Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment, available at: https://www.uscourts.gov/forms-rules/forms/application-judicial-branch-federal-employment.

Agency contact information

Human Resources
Address
US District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
517 E Wisconsin Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53202
US

Next steps

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.


Note: We cannot accept applications on behalf of Federal Agencies. Application instructions are listed within the Job Description.


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