Account Specialist

8 hours ago


Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States MILWAUKEE METROPOLITAN SEWERAGE Full time
Account Specialist Job Description

Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD) is seeking a highly skilled Account Specialist to join our Finance Division. As an Account Specialist, you will be responsible for posting and verifying primary financial data, processing payroll, and maintaining accounting records. You will also perform general accounting duties, including reconciliations, financial reporting, and user charges.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Post and verify primary financial data for use in processing payroll and maintaining accounting records
  • Process payroll time records, reconciliations, financial reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and user charges
  • Ensure timely review and maintenance of Oracle Time and Labor and provide an accurate data file to the payroll vendor
  • Complete monthly, quarterly, and annual government reporting in an accurate and timely manner
  • Prepare, reconcile, and maintain reports for several payroll and benefit providers
  • Analyze data from multiple municipalities for usage invoicing
  • Post and verify vendor invoices for payment
  • Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documents
  • Assist in resolving disputed invoices within terms and taking advantage of discounts
  • Prepare travel and expense reports for payment
  • Prepare invoices for user charges, tax levies, Milorganite, grant and loan payment requests, and miscellaneous receivables
  • Ensure customers are invoiced accurately and timely
  • Prepare daily bank deposits and accurately post receipts to the cash journal and accounts receivable subsidiary ledger
  • Summarize and prepare assigned reports
  • Assist in the collection of past due accounts receivables, perform collection calls to various distributors and open accounts, and obtain payments while maintaining positive customer relationships
  • Act as a technical resource to others to address and resolve inquiries and problems
  • Assist with orienting and training others
  • Maintain technical competency and remain current in technology and changes in the industry
  • Follow and comply with all safety and work rules and regulations
  • Maintain departmental housekeeping standards
  • Participate in Oracle finance system implementation
  • Complete special projects as assigned

Requirements:

  • Associate or technical degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
  • Minimum of one year of job-related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Ability to efficiently work with a variety of accounting software and accurately enter data into the system
  • Knowledge of accounting basics and general payroll practices
  • Ability to work with substantial amounts of information and maintain accuracy
  • Ability to analyze and interpret information
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to collect past due accounts while maintaining positive relations
  • Distinct time management, customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to operate a variety of standard business machines, such as computer and related software
  • Computer software proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word
  • Valid driver's license with a good driving record is desirable

About MMSD:

MMSD is a regional governmental agency that serves 1.1 million people in the greater Milwaukee area. We provide water reclamation, flood management, and green infrastructure services for our community. Our mission is to protect public health and the environment through world-class, cost-effective water resource management, leadership, and partnership.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

MMSD is an equal opportunity employer who values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Women, people of color, immigrants, LGBTQ+, veterans, and individuals living with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We are committed to being equitable and fair in providing access to opportunities for all.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program:

MMSD is a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.


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