Financial Specialist III

Financial Specialist III Under the direction and supervision of the SMPH Associate Director of Finance, the Financial Specialist provides transaction processing support for SMPH departments. This position serves as the primary initiator for departmental activities related to financial reporting, transaction processing, and providing expert guidance on UW-Madison's financial policies. The incumbent will be part of a team of accountants supporting multiple departments within SMPH. This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location. Success in this role requires the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: Accounting Expertise Analytical Thinking & Problem-solving Communication & Customer Support Financial Reporting & Process Management Transaction Processing and Compliance Key Job Responsibilities include: Reviews and approves complex transactions and assigns funding codes in accordance with established rules, regulations, and policies Reallocates expenses to appropriate funding strings Drafts communications and reports and maintains organization of varied records to provide administrative support within a specified work unit Answers complex fiscal questions and provides information based on set materials and standards to various audiences Reviews transaction processing internal controls and recommends policies and procedures Serve as a unit liaison to leadership providing financial advice, recommendations, and financial status updates May train staff on financial processes and best practices Monitors financial transactions and fund balances and generates and reconciles complex reports and statements in accordance with established rules and regulations The starting salary for the position is $55,500 annually but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. For more information, refer to the campus benefits webpage and the SMPH FAASLI Benefits Flyer 2026. Required Qualifications include: At least two years of professional experience in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration Experience with double-sided accounting entries and accrual-based accounting Experience utilizing Microsoft Office software, specifically Excel and/or other comparable financial management technologies, to maintain accurate and compliant financial records. Preferred Qualifications include: Experience processing financial transactions and/or reports in Workday Experience working with WISER, UW purchasing and other UW financials systems Education: Associate's Degree Preferred To apply for this position, select either "I am a current employee" or "I am not a current employee" under Apply Now. You will then be prompted to upload your application materials. Important: The application has only one attachment field. Upload the following documents in that field, either as a single combined file or as multiple files in the same upload area. Failure to submit the required documents will result in no longer being considered for the position. Cover letter required Resume required Your cover letter should address how your training and experience aligns with the required and preferred qualifications listed above. Application reviewers will rely on these written materials to determine which applicants move forward in the process. References will be requested from final candidates. All applicants will be notified once the search concludes and a candidate is selected. University sponsorship is not available for this position, including transfers of sponsorship and TN visas. The selected applicant will be responsible for ensuring their continuous eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. This position is an ongoing position that will require continuous work eligibility. If you are selected for this position you must provide proof of work authorization and eligibility to work. The department will not be able to support a request for a J-1 waiver. If you choose to pursue a waiver and apply for our position, neither the UW nor UWMF will reimburse you for your legal or waiver fees. 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