Finance Director

Description

Finance Director

Manitowoc County, Wisconsin

Lead the Financial Future of a Dynamic County Government!

Manitowoc County is seeking an experienced, strategic, and collaborative Finance Director to oversee the County's financial operations and ensure long-term fiscal stability. This executive leadership position plays a critical role in supporting County departments, elected officials, and the County Executive through sound financial management, budgeting, reporting, and strategic planning.

If you are a forward-thinking finance professional who thrives in public service and enjoys making a meaningful impact on your community, we encourage you to apply.

Position Highlights

As Finance Director, you will serve as the County's chief financial administrator and provide leadership in all aspects of governmental accounting, budgeting, auditing, financial reporting, and fiscal management.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, monitor, and administer a centralized accounting system that accurately reflects the financial status of Manitowoc County.
• Provide technical financial expertise, analysis, and budget reports to the County Executive, County Board, committees, and department leaders.
• Assist departments with grant applications, resolutions, grant administration, and required reporting.
• Partner with the County Executive in developing and managing the County's annual budget.
• Compute tax rates and tax levies and oversee the apportionment of county taxes.
• Prepare the County's Annual Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (ACFR/CAFR) and coordinate annual external audits.
• Administer the County's property and liability insurance programs.
• Manage the County's revolving loan fund.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of financial reports to state, federal, and external agencies.
• Promote financial accountability, transparency, compliance, and best practices throughout County government.

Why Manitowoc County?

This is an outstanding opportunity to serve in a key leadership role and help shape the financial future of Manitowoc County. The Finance Director provides strategic guidance that supports critical county services, responsible stewardship of taxpayer resources, and the long-term success of our organization and community.

Join our leadership team and make a lasting impact through financial excellence and public service.

Apply today and help drive the future of Manitowoc County.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Public Accounting is required.
• Strong knowledge of governmental accounting principles, budgeting practices, auditing standards, and public finance.
• Experience preparing financial statements, audits, tax levy calculations, and regulatory reports.
• Excellent analytical, leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with elected officials, department heads, auditors, granting agencies, and external stakeholders.
• Commitment to transparency, fiscal stewardship, and exceptional public service.