Finance Director

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Finance and Insurance Committee, the employee is responsible for broad scope financial matters including overall financial management, accounting, reporting, budgeting, internal auditing and financial record keeping.

• Responsible and accountable for safety and motivation of individual employees in their department consistent with the specific responsibilities as outlined in the Lincoln County Safety Plan.
• Assist the County Board in the development of a county budget as required per Section 65.90 of Wisconsin Statutes, including preparing salary and fringe benefit information, preparing budget printouts, assisting departments, proofing and entering department budget information, preparing Finance department and other non‑departmental budgets, and determining estimated fund balances.
• Act as resource person during budget hearings and during Finance and Insurance Committee, EMS, and County Board budget deliberations, and complete County apportionment of taxes, serving as liaison between County and media concerning the budget.
• Maintain the central accounting system and the Lincoln County Accounting Systems and Policies Manual according to generally accepted accounting, auditing, and financial reporting procedures, the State uniform chart of accounts, the State Highway Cost Accounting Manual, and the County Accounting Systems and Policies Manual.
• File various State and Federal reports, including Form A, State of Wisconsin financial report form, financial report of highway operations, truck and W‑2 forms, miscellaneous income forms (1099s), 941 forms (quarterly), unemployment compensation forms (quarterly), annual retirement report, and annual life insurance report.
• Work with County Auditors, including preparing detailed worksheets and analysis of all balance sheet accounts, reconciling Federal and State reports, and preparing the financial statements and Single Audit schedules.
• Supervise payroll and accounts payable functions and provide backup for both functions as needed.
• Perform month‑end and year‑end accounting procedures, including balancing and reconciling all balance sheets.
• Oversee the County ambulance service and provide financial reports, analysis, and advice to County Board supervisors, committees, and employees.
• Supervise accountants who maintain accounting files and provide backup as needed.
• Plan, develop, and assist in implementing projects such as subsidiary accounting systems, cash management systems, and budgetary policies.
• Assist the Treasurer in maximizing interest earnings.
• Assist the Health Insurance Trustees in monitoring the Health Insurance Trust Activities.
• Assist the Finance and Insurance Committee in monitoring property insurance, liability insurance, and workers compensation insurance, and formulate appropriate recommendations.
• Develop and recommend long‑range fiscal programs and financial systems; review and develop information systems and programs in line with County policy and future needs.
• Conduct internal audits upon request of the Finance and Insurance Committee and/or County Board of Supervisors.
• Review fiscal notes on all resolutions presented to the County Board.
• Perform duties of County Auditor as prescribed by Wisconsin Statute 59.72 and other duties as assigned.
• Cooperate and work with the Administrative Coordinator as directed by the Finance and Insurance Committee and/or the County Board.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting or finance, with three to five years of related financial management experience in a multi‑department public or private organization, or a combination of education and experience leading to a similar capability to head the Finance Department.
• Registration as a Certified Public Accountant is desirable.
• Must have a valid Wisconsin driver’s license, proof of insurance that satisfies Lincoln County requirements, and a good driving record.