Introduction Are you a collaborative problem solver who wants to make a positive difference by improving people's lives while experiencing a dynamic career? The Division of Employment & Training is currently recruiting to fill a Grant Financial Manager project vacancy to work with

The Workforce Innovation Grant:

Healthcare Employment, Access, and Rural Transformation (

WIG:

HEART) grant program. The HEART Grant Program will focus on funding competitive grants that develop transformational solutions impacting the quality and availability of healthcare in Wisconsin's rural regions and communities. Apply today to be considered for this exciting opportunity! 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. to find out why there's so much to love about working for Wisconsin. The candidate selected for this position will have the option to work remotely for a majority of their schedule, with occasional requirements to report to their headquarter location in downtown Madison (201 E. Washington Ave.), sometimes on short notice. Remote work options are subject to change. This recruitment may be used to fill future similar project vacancies. Position Summary This position will serve as the Grant Financial Manager for the

WIG:

HEART program and the liaison between the Division and the DWD Finance areas. It will be responsible for research and analysis of Federal payment and reimbursement systems and then creation of financial instructions that comply with and integrate Federal and State financial processes, revising these instructions as needed. This position will also make recommendations to update policy, generate specialized reports, and develop and provide training/guidance related to the financial aspects of the HEART program. The position provides professional financial expertise to a variety of audiences in budget monitoring, financial reporting, reconciliation of reimbursements, eligibility for disbursement of funds, and fiscal analysis. The position will provide information to management on financial planning, internal controls, and compliance with federal and state funding requirements. Work is performed with a high degree of independence and requires interpretation of complex state and federal financial policies and procedures. This position will require an advanced knowledge of state and federal statutes including the Uniform Guidance and regulations, as well as knowledge of state and federal policies and procedures related to the financial program. Consequences of improper payments or reimbursements or other financial irregularities include, but are not limited to, fraud, litigation, repayment of funds by DWD or other grantees. To learn more, please review the position description. Salary Information Starting pay is $34.19 per hour, plus an exemplary benefits package: 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 (2026 rates start at $45/month for single and $111/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. 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 Financial Specialist - Advanced (schedule 02, range 15). This position is not represented in a collective bargaining unit and is considered non-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.

Job Details Travel:

Occasional statewide travel including overnight stays may be required.

Project Position Details:

Wisconsin residency is required to be eligible for a project position. Project positions are temporary positions that provide benefits (including health insurance), but do not provide rights to a permanent civil service position, and do not lead to permanent status in class. Individuals appointed to a project position are not placed on a probationary period. This project position is expected to last until July 2030.

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 The qualifications listed below will be evaluated in the first step of the selection process and should be clearly described in your resume/letter of qualifications. You need to have the following: Applying auditing methods and techniques, including complex mathematical calculations including spreadsheet applications and calculator operation Applying accounts receivable and accounts payable methods and practices Interpreting and applying statutes, rules, complex regulations, policies, and procedures Using automated accounting systems, including those in mainframe and PC environments Analyzing data, creating expenditure reports, conducting desk-monitoring, and tracking expenditures related to financial monitoring Any of the following would be nice to have : Applying financial rules and regulations as well as knowledge of state and federal policies and procedures related to the financial program Interpreting state and federal statutes including the Uniform Guidance and grant terms and conditions. Using Contract Management and Expenditure Tracking System (COMET) and/or STAR. Developing and providing training or technical assistance to internal and/or external stakeholders. Reporting on grant activities, following grant funding guidelines, grant cost accounting, or similar

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