Finance Manager

All Applicants must submit an application on the Trempealeau County webpage in order to be considered for this position - https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/trempealeau

The Finance Manager is responsible for high-level financial oversight, including audit management, budget development, financial reporting, internal controls, and general ledger supervision. The position supports grants administration, insurance program coordination, and operational functions for county-wide fiscal integrity.

Essential Functions

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily and in a timely manner. The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required or assigned.

Lead annual audit preparation, coordinate documentation, and resolve audit findings.

Develop, implement, and enforce county-wide accounting policies and internal controls.

Oversee general ledger, prepare complex journal entries, and reconcile investment/cash accounts.

Review payroll and accounts payable processes for accuracy and compliance.

Complete required federal/state reporting including 941s, W-2s, and retirement submissions.

Conduct internal audits on cash handling and compliance.

Provide functional supervision to payroll/benefits and accounts payable functions.

Assist with development of the annual county budget and monitor county-wide budget compliance.

Prepare fiscal analysis, projections, and monthly financial reports for departments and committees.

Analytical skills to interpret financial data, investigate variances, and reconcile department data.

Serve as primary liaison to external auditors.

Assist department fiscals in preparing and submission of grants.

Track and oversee grant budgets, expenditures, and compliance.

Manage county insurance programs and claims processing.

Oversee vehicle pool program and mileage cost analysis.

Process departmental contracts and amendments; coordinate filing with Register of Deeds.

Ability to coordinate proposed debt financing; including working with financial consultants and evaluating repayment options and other borrowing provisions.

Prepare monthly financial reports, financial presentations, develop multi-year forecasts, and financial summaries for committees and administration.

Serve as County Auditor

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Advanced knowledge of governmental accounting, GAAP, GASB, budgeting, and public finance.

Strong analytical and financial reporting skills.

Ability to supervise financial functions and maintain internal controls.

Proficient in Excel, financial software, and data analysis.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Interpersonal skills to work with the board, department heads, and other employees.

Training, Experience and Other Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field is required, and a CPA designation is desirable. Candidates must have a minimum of five years of governmental or public-sector accounting experience, along with proven experience in audits, financial reporting, and policy development.

Pay: $71,614.40 - $81,848.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $71,614 - $81,848