Student Spotlight: Jada Moore, Accounting Assistant Program

 

Student Spotlight: Jada Moore, Accounting Assistant Program

Jada Moore’s journey is a powerful example of resilience and determination. After experiencing the tragic loss of her father, Jada stepped away from school - but with support from Checota MATC Scholarship Program, she returned stronger than ever.

Highlights:

• Accounting Assistant student and Checota Scholar

• Completed her diploma with a 4.0 GPA (Fall 2025)

• Member of the Wisconsin Institute of CPAs and the National Association of Black Accountants

• Found her passion for accounting after working in the financial services field

Jada’s story shows how perseverance and support can change the course of a student’s future.

👉 Read the full story:

https://www.matc.edu/news/2025/12/checota-scholar-jada-moore-fall-2025.html

MATC Acctg Students: Earn While You Learn with the WI Department of Revenue!

Attention MATC Acctg Students:

Graduating with an associate degree in accounting? The Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR) is now accepting applications for its Audit Gateway Program, a paid opportunity that allows students to gain auditing experience while completing a bachelor’s degree in accounting.

Program Highlights

• Position: Auditor Trainee (Tax Representative 3)

• Start date: June 15, 2026

• Summer: Full-time (40 hrs/week) training

• School year: Full-time or part-time (minimum 24 hrs/week)

• Coursework: Up to 6 hours/week allowed during work time

Students will learn to audit individual income tax returns, review credit claims, and assist with audits across the department.

Tuition Assistance

• Up to 3 years of tuition assistance

• $5,250/year tax-free under IRC Section 127 (amounts above may be taxable)

Apply Now

• Interviews begin monthly starting December 2025

• Apply via wisc.jobs, the flyer barcode, or this link:
  https://wj.wi.gov/psc/wisjobs/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&PostingSeq=1&JobOpeningId=19247&

Accounting Career Opportunities: Meet Oak Park Place

About Oak Park Place

Oak Park Place is a family-owned group of senior living communities that began in 2001. Since then, the organization has grown to serve seniors at 11 locations across Wisconsin, Iowa, and Minnesota. Their mission centers on valuing relationships, strengthening connections, and providing exceptional care to the residents they serve.

The Assistant Director of Administration at Oak Park Place works closely with the CEO and Owner, Scott Frank, and plays a key role in supporting the organization’s administrative and financial operations. Oak Park Place prides itself on a collaborative culture and a people-first approach—both for residents and employees.

Current Openings

Oak Park Place is currently hiring for the following positions, which may be a great fit for accounting, bookkeeping, or business students and graduates:

Billing Assistant

This role is well-suited for individuals interested in gaining hands-on experience with billing, accounts receivable, and financial processes within a growing organization.

• View the position here:
  👉 Billing Assistant
  https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=03dbeb57422dc9ce&from=shareddesktop_copy

Revenue Cycle Manager

This position is ideal for candidates with stronger accounting or finance experience who are interested in overseeing revenue processes and supporting financial operations at a higher level.

• View the position here:
  👉 Revenue Cycle Manager
  https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=95d65a7b8970623d&from=shareddesktop_copy

Interested or Know Someone Who Might Be?

Oak Park Place welcomes referrals and conversations with potential candidates. If you - or someone you know - may be interested in either role, feel free to apply directly using the links above or share this opportunity with your network.

Congratulations Winter MATC Accounting Graduates!

🎓 Congratulations to our MATC Accounting graduates! 🎉

Today we celebrate you and the hard work, dedication, and perseverance it took to reach this milestone. We are so proud of your accomplishments and excited to see what’s next as you move forward in your careers or continued education Well done and congratulations on your success!

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Successful PWC/MATC Accounting Career Night!

Grateful for a fantastic MATC Accounting Career Night, made possible by our wonderful hosts at PwC! Even on a chilly evening, our students showed up - and they were rewarded with excellent career guidance.

We heard real-world advice from Laura Flores-Cortes, a Tax Associate starting her PwC career, as well as insights from Tony Anderson, Senior Manager, who shared perspectives on both tax and audit pathways. Students asked thoughtful questions and made meaningful connections throughout the evening.

Huge thanks to Tammy Metzke for working behind the scenes to bring this event to life!

#MATCAccounting #ProudToBeMATC #MilwaukeeAreaTechnicalCollege

MATC/PwC Student Night, Wed, 12/10 - Mark your calendars!

Mark your calendars!

MATC Accounting Student Night — Hosted by PwC

WED, DEC 10 • 6:00–7:30 PM
MATC West Campus • Room 237

Get ready, Accounting — this is THE event of the semester! 
PwC is coming to our MATC West campus, and YOU’RE invited.

Why you need to be there:
• Join a high-energy conversation about building your future accounting career
• Make real connections with PwC professionals
• Ask anything — recruiting, careers, what they do, how to stand out, etc.
• Snacks + refreshments provided 

🚨 SPACE IS LIMITED — Sign up today!
🔗 https://pwc.recsolu.com/app/collect/event/Q9bKFd8pNfWVihpXZavdDQ

Scholarship Applications for Fall 2026 are open NOW for TACTYC - Due March 1, 2026

Scholarships for Accounting Majors at Two Year or Technical Colleges

Scholarship Applications for Fall 2026 are open now for Accounting Majors at Two Year or Technical Colleges.  

Deadline for Applications is March 1, 2026

Note:  You do need a Gmail account to complete the application.  If you do not have one, you can create a Gmail account for free.