Trust Account Specialist

Overview

This position supports federal revenue management for the Wisconsin Department of Children & Families (DCF), which manages foster care and other child welfare activities in Wisconsin. The role involves managing and monitoring trust account funds related to children receiving benefits—ensuring payments are accurately accounted for and applied in compliance with federal and state requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct electronic systems eligibility review for youth entering care and annually thereafter.
• Manage and reconcile accounts accurately and on time.
• Complete all federal and state reports and requests accurately and on time.
• Ensure accounts are closed and funds are distributed appropriately and on time when a child leaves DCF care.
• Communicate clearly and timely with client representatives and affiliate agencies.
• Monitor performance standard measurements for trust accounting activities.
• Participate in state and federal audit inquiries.
• Maintain positive working relationships with the client and colleagues.
• Manage and monitor funds associated with children receiving benefits (including Social Security benefits, child support, and other federal or public payment resources) to ensure compliance.
• Ensure account balances in excess of reimbursed cost are retained for the child’s future or personal use and/or distributed to youth upon turning 18 years of age.

Requirements

• Familiarity with general accounting principles.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities to meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to understand and interpret federal and state laws and regulations.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and client-facing skills.
• Proficient in written and spoken English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 1–2 years of relevant work experience.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation range: $48,500 - $65,000
• Benefits include:
  • Medical and dental care
  • 401(k)
  • PTO
  • Parental leave
  • Bereavement leave

Note: The employer does not sponsor newly hired foreign national workers for work authorization, including H-1B sponsorship.

Location

Wisconsin