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Accountant - Dept of Human Services
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- Paid holidays
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Accountant - Dept of Human Services

County of Kenosha -
Kenosha, WI

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Job Details

$29.59 - $37.67 an hour
12 days ago

Benefits

Wellness program
Paid holidays
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

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Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's degree in accounting

Full Job Description

ACCOUNTANT

Human Services

Are you a numbers-driven problem solver looking for a role where your skills truly matter? Kenosha County’s Human Services Department is seeking a motivated Accountant to support financial operations with precision and integrity.

Join our team and help make a difference in Kenosha County!

2026 Hiring Range: $29.59 – $33.63 per hour

Position Summary and Job Duties

The Accountant for the Department of Human Services is responsible for performing a variety of routine and moderately complex accounting functions which may include classifying and verifying transactions; maintaining, reconciling, and balancing accounts; preparing financial reports and statements; preparing and making journal entries; preparing payroll-related reports; and providing overall accounting support and financial analysis. Job duties include:

Determines and corrects errors by making adjustments and corrections to systems
Works in various financial management systems which include county, state, and federal reporting systems and contract management system
Prepares a variety of financial transactions and reports such as journal entries, financial statements, trial balances, purchase requisitions, purchase orders, voucher reports, expense reimbursements, and accounts receivable
Calculates, reconciles, and balances various financial data to accounting reports such as registers, control sheets, bank statements, disbursement books, and ledgers
Develops and maintains spreadsheets for defined applications related to assigned tasks
Researches, collects, and summarizes financial data as directed
Performs routine internal auditing work in verifying the accuracy and compliance to procedure of accounting books, reports, records, documents, and other financial and fiscal information operations and procedures
Provides backup support to other staff and performs additional duties as needed, including but not limited to receiving payments, issuing receipts, and processing bank deposits
Processes monthly, quarterly, and annual grant reimbursement documents
Assists with annual budget process
Performs other work as required or assigned

Success Factors

Knowledge of:

Accounting principles, specifically government accounting
Microsoft D365
Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook

Skill in:

Math and organizational skills
Critical thinking skills
Excellent communication skills
General office skills

Ability to:

Create and maintain Excel worksheets for financial analysis
Perform at a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Work independently and precisely
Remain professional and courteous at all times
Maintain confidential information
Work respectfully in a diverse and inclusive environment

Job Requirements, Education, Training and Experience

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
At least two years of related work experience

Preferred Education and Experience

At least one year of government accounting experience

Benefits

Health, dental and vision insurance effective first of month following 30 days of employment with the ability to reduce premium contribution through participation in a wellness program
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off
Paid Volunteer Time
Twelve Paid Holidays
Retirement Plan: Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System which includes county-paid life insurance
Tuition Reimbursement

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position involves light physical demands, such as exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and occasional lifting and transporting of moderately heavy objects such as large files and reading materials
Must be able to sit for extended periods of time
Must be able to view details of documents and text on computer screen that are less than a few feet away
Must have dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other devices and objects

Selection Process

Application Review - Qualifying
Oral Interview - Qualifying
Background Check - Qualifying
Drug Screen - Qualifying

If you require accommodations at any point in the selection process because of a disability, please notify Human Resources in advance for arrangements.

Applications must be submitted no later than Monday, August 24, 2026, at 12:00 noon.

Kenosha County is a Wisconsin Retirement System participating employer. Your participation is required, which includes an employee contribution.

The pay grade for this position is NE11 (Min. $29.59 – Max. $37.67 per hour).

We are located in Kenosha County, an expanding community along the shores of Lake Michigan and less than an hour away from Milwaukee and Chicago. To see why Kenosha County is a great place to live, work, and play, please visit: https://www.visitkenosha.com/ (https://www.visitkenosha.com/) or https://lifebalancedkenosha.com/ (https://lifebalancedkenosha.com/).

Thank you for your interest in employment with Kenosha County!

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Accounting

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Driver's License

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.

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