Are you looking to grow your auditing career in a role that offer both autonomy and team collaboration? Apply today to join our Contract Oversight Unit as a Financial Manager to help ensure the financial integrity of program providers and grantees.

The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) offers interesting and meaningful work with an employee-friendly and inclusive work environment, work-life balance, a casual office environment, flexibility, and many opportunities to grow your skills. Apply now to find out why there's so much to love about working for Wisconsin.

The Division of Employment and Training develops and maintains employment-focused programs that enable employers to hire and retain the workforce they need and that provide individuals and families with services that enable them to achieve financial well being as members of Wisconsin's workforce. It delivers services through public-private partnerships and a statewide network of Job Centers.

The person hired into this position may request to work up to the majority of their work hours remotely and will be headquarted at one of our DET offices, located throughout the state, depending on employee preference and business needs. Employees are required to report in person for occasional meetings, training, or other business needs, typically at our downtown Madison location (201 E. Washington Ave.).  

This recruitment may be used to fill future similar vacancies (permanent, project or Limited Term).

Key responsibilities include:

• Design and implement audit programs used to monitor the financial integrity of Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) program providers and other DWD grantees
• Plan the scope of the audit and determine the accounting and/or auditing procedures to be used
• Lead review teams to perform operational and financial audits of agencies with grants/contracts, working with a variety of local accounting systems.
• Prepare formal written reports on audit results, evaluate the efficiency with which grant activities are carried out, review compliance with laws and regulations, and appraise the adequacy of the corrective action taken to improve deficient conditions.
• Assist the development and modification of division financial policies
• Serve as a consultant to division management on the appropriateness of financial operations.

To learn more, please review the position description.

Starting pay is between $89,000 and $93,500 per year, depending on qualifications. Candidates with a CPA license are eligible for an up to $1.00/hr. in additional compensation. Our exemplary benefits package includes:

• Generous paid time off, including at least 3 1/2 weeks of vacation/personal time, nine paid holidays, and ample sick time that rolls over each year with no cap. 
• Excellent and affordable health insurance options (starting at $42/month for single and $104/month for family coverage).
• Other great insurance options (dental, vision, life, and more).
• A top-notch retirement program and optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
• A Well Wisconsin program, offering wellness tools and rewards to employees and spouses.
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their household members tools, resources, and professional consultation services.

Public service is rewarding! This position may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see an estimate of the total value of our competitive benefits package!

The classification title for this position is Auditor - Advanced (schedule 07, range 02). A 12-month probationary period will be required. This position is considered exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Pay will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan in effect at the time of appointment. Starting pay may vary for current state employees.

Travel: Occasional statewide travel with the occasional need for an overnight will be required.

Remote work: Employees with approved remote and hybrid-remote work arrangements are generally expected to work within the state of Wisconsin. High-speed internet access is required to meet the needs of remote work. Remote work options are subject to change.

Criminal histories: We also consider all qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Finalists for this position may be required to allow DWD to conduct a background check or other checks to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled. For positions with access to sensitive federal tax information, FBI fingerprinting may also be required.

Eligibility to work in United States: Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the United States (i.e. a US citizen or national or a lawful permanent resident) at the time of appointment. DWD does not sponsor visas and is not an eligible OPT employer for those with F1 visas. This is not a contract position. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant completing the I-9 upon hire.

Qualifications marked with an asterisk (*) below will be evaluated in the first step of the selection process. Additional qualifications may be evaluated in subsequent steps.

You will need to have experience in:
•    *Planning, coordinating and/or leading an audit.
•    *Developing and evaluating standards, policies, procedures, budgets, grants, or similar.
•    *Reviewing, analyzing, and interpreting complex written materials (e.g., audit reports, data requests, grant contracts, financial statements, or similar). 
•    Communicating and collaborating with team of peers and others to achieve project and other business goals and objectives.

It would be nice to have any of the following:
•    *Completed or in the process of completing (within the next 6 months) a bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting OR a combination of coursework and work experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in accounting, that involved performing duties related to finance, accounting, auditing, or similar. 
•    *Experience working with The Office of Management & Budget (OMB) Uniform Guidance.
•    *Experience with public sector auditing.
•    *Experience with an employment and training program or other similar workforce development program (WIOA, WI Fast Forward, or similar).  
•    *A CPA license.
•    Experience providing training and technical assistance to others.
•    Experience preparing contract, grant and/or memorandum of understanding documents.

Note: If you are viewing this posting on an external site, please visit Wisc.Jobs (search 17726) to complete your application.

To apply, click "Apply for Job" to start the application process. That will prompt you to access your existing account or create a new account. You will be asked to attach a resume and a letter of qualifications as part of the application process. It is important that these materials clearly illustrate how your qualifications relate to the qualifications of this job.  Please review this additional guidance on developing your resume and letter of qualifications (including a template) as you prepare to apply.

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• Technical issues:  if you encounter issues submitting your on-line application (e.g. signing in or uploading a resume), please email the Wisc.Jobs Help Desk at wiscjobs@wisconsin.gov or call (608) 267-1012 (Monday - Friday, 7:45am – 4:30pm). 
• Position questions:  if you have questions about the position or this recruitment (e.g. projected start date, skills needed, etc.), please email Lisa at LKBJobs@dwd.wisconsin.gov or call (608) 266-9310.

Please note that once you submit your application, you will not be able to update your materials.

What happens next? A panel will review your application materials to determine your eligibility for further consideration in the selection process. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process, which is typically a virtual interview. 

DWD values a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. 

The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program.

Application materials must be submitted by 11:59 PM (central standard time) on Monday, May 12^th, 2025.