Senior Financial Analyst (Aging & Disability Resource Center) Waukesha County Human Resources $40.64
- $56.43 life insurance, paid time off, sick time United States, Wisconsin, Waukesha May 20, 2026 SALARY RANGE $40.64
- $56.
43 WORK
ASSIGNMENT DETAILS
Waukesha County's Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Senior Financial Analyst to lead complex financial, accounting, budgeting, and operational analysis activities in support of County programs and strategic initiatives primarily for our Aging and Disability Resource Center. This position plays a key role in budget development, financial forecasting, financial reporting, audit support, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and County financial policies. The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting and analytical background with experience interpreting complex financial data, investigating variances, developing forecasts and cost models, and making strategic recommendations to leadership. Responsibilities include monitoring operating budgets, preparing and analyzing financial and statistical reports, supporting audits and financial system processes, evaluating the fiscal impact of programs and policy changes, and partnering with department leadership on financial planning and decision-making. We are seeking a candidate who thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills, and can translate complex financial information into clear, actionable insights for operational and executive leadership. The hiring range for this position is $84,539
- $89,448. This position will work 8:00am
- 4:30pm, Monday
- Friday.
CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION
To view the full classification specification for Senior Financial Analyst click here. Minimum Training & Experience Requirements
1. Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, accounting, finance, or a closely related field.
2. Two (2) years of progressively responsible, professional work experience in the area of budget preparation and review, accounting, cost accounting, financial reporting, or internal auditing.
3. A master's degree in an area listed above may be substituted for one (1) year of the work experience requirement. Waukesha County providesa comprehensive compensation and benefits package including excellent health/dental/vision, life insurance, generous paid time off (vacation, 10 holidays, 3 floating holidays, ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year), an exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan. Amongst many other benefits, employees are recognized and valued through a pay for performance system. Successful candidates will be eligible for performance-based merit increases and non-base performance awards. Employee well-being is promoted through a balanced work-life culture and through an exceptional employee wellness program that offers a variety of programs and tools to help promote an employee's wellness and health, including an on-site health & wellness clinic.
About Us:
Waukesha County prides itself on operating in a business-like manner and is recognized as a leader delivering high quality services with competence and skill. With our vision of "Leading the Way", we value teamwork and collaboration, ethics and diversity, communication, efficiency and cost savings, innovation, and the wellbeing of our staff and the citizens we serve. Employees are provided professional development opportunities and encouragement to learn and practice continuous improvement and LEAN principles as we regularly ask ourselves "Is there a better way?"
Location:
Located in the City of Waukesha, our campus offers an on-site fitness center, free parking, and easy access to interstate highway systems. Waukesha County offers a perfect blend of urban and rural living where one can enjoy the benefits of quiet rural lake communities or opt for nearby attractions that the greater Milwaukee area offers including vast beach and park systems, public markets, performing arts, music festivals, and sports including the Milwaukee Admirals, Brewers, Bucks, Wave, Marquette University Golden Eagles and the UW-Milwaukee Panthers Basketball programs.
EEO:
Waukesha County is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in employment and adheres to all Federal, State and County Equal Employment Opportunity laws, policies, plans, rules, regulations and ordinances. The County recognizes and accepts its important leadership role in providing for equal employment/service opportunities. It is the express policy of Waukesha County to promote equal employment opportunity among all who are employed by Waukesha County and who seek employment with Waukesha County.
For further information visit:
https://www.waukeshacounty.gov The County does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
