Finance Director

About the position

Richland County, Wisconsin seeks a proven financial leader to serve as its next Finance Director. Located in southwestern Wisconsin, Richland County offers the best of both worlds: a small-town quality of life within a ninety-minute drive of the metropolitan areas of both Madison and La Crosse. Richland County's many peaceful communities offer a variety of housing options, quality schools, growing businesses, and job opportunities. Richland County boasts year-round recreational activities, including canoeing, kayaking, and fishing on its many rivers and streams. Thousands of acres of parks and public land are available for hiking, biking, cross-country skiing, and hunting, with trails for snowmobiling and ATVs. The County's total land area of 589 square miles is organized into 16 towns, five villages, and one city. The County seat is the City of Richland Center. The Finance Director plays a key role in managing and overseeing the financial operations of Richland County government. This leadership position requires a strategic thinker who can guide financial decisions, ensure compliance with budgetary regulations, and provide expert financial advice to the County Board, the County Administrator, and departments. The Finance Director is responsible for maintaining fiscal integrity, promoting transparency, and maximizing the efficient use of public funds. The Finance Director reports to the County Administrator and supervises the Finance Department staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the financial operations of Richland County government.
• Guide financial decisions and ensure compliance with budgetary regulations.
• Provide expert financial advice to the County Board, the County Administrator, and departments.
• Maintain fiscal integrity and promote transparency.
• Maximize the efficient use of public funds.
• Supervise the Finance Department staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
• Five years' governmental accounting/finance experience.
• Strong finance background including knowledge of budget development, capital improvement planning, financial reporting, and compliance.
• Skills in investment and debt management and strategic planning.

Nice-to-haves

• CPA licensure preferred.
• Innovative and approachable leadership style.
• Open and positive communication skills.

Benefits

• Excellent benefits package.