Finance Director

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Location Merrill Organization Local and Tribal Governments:

Lincoln County Full/Part Time Full-Time Regular/Temporary Regular Add to My Favorite Jobs Email this

Job Introduction Who We Are:

Supporting organizational success through efficient administration, strategic Human Resources solutions, and fostering a positive, workplace culture.

Job Summary:

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

Position Summary Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. 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. Assists 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 all other non-departmental budgets, and determines estimated fund balances. Acts as resource person during budget hearings as well as during Finance and Insurance Committee, EMS, and County Board budget deliberations, completion of County apportionment of taxes, liaison between County and media concerning the budget. Maintains 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 Lincoln County Accounting Systems and Policies Manual. Responsible for filing various State and Federal reports including Form A-State of Wis. Financial Report form, financial report of highway operations-highway annual closing, W-2 forms, Miscellaneous Income form (1099's), 941 s (quarterly), Unemployment Compensation forms (quarterly), annual Retirement Report and annual Life Insurance Report. Work with County Auditors including preparing detail worksheets and analysis of all balance sheet accounts, reconciliation of Federal and State reports as well as preparing the financial statements and Single Audit schedules. Supervise payroll and accounts payable functions and provide back-up for both functions as needed. Salary Information This is a full-time, exempt position with a starting salary of $92,156.00 to $102,681.00 depending on qualifications and experience.

BENEFITS

Eligibility for Lincoln County benefit package including: Health Insurance

• your choice of two health plans
• (Health Savings Account associated with a High Deductible Health Plan with a County contribution or a Traditional Health Plan) Free Primary Care through Anovia Health All Employees who join either Lincoln County Health Insurance Plan will have Free Primary Care through Anovia Health.

Spouses and Children on the plan are also covered at no charge! Dental Insurance Life Insurance Flexible Spending Account Long-Term Disability Vision Insurance Vacation

• available on day one! Generous Sick Leave 10 paid Holidays per year EAP (Employee Assistance Plan
• paid by the County 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plans Allstate Plans
• Accident, Critical Illness and Short Term Disability Wisconsin Retirement System.

As an employee of Lincoln County, you would be eligible for the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), which is among the best funded and best managed public pension systems in the country! Job Details The Finance Director is a full-time leadership position working a standard schedule of Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Lincoln County supports workplace flexibility and offers flexible scheduling options based on operational needs. This position operates primarily in a professional office environment and regularly collaborates with County Board Supervisors, department heads, elected officials, auditors, and community stakeholders. Limited travel may be required for meetings, training, conferences, and other County-related business. The selected candidate will be required to successfully complete a background check prior to employment and will serve a one-year probationary period. Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

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. How To Apply Applicants must complete and submit a Lincoln County Employment Application Form. Application forms are available at the Lincoln County Service Center (upper level), 801 N. Sales Street in Merrill, Wisconsin and on the County's website at www.co.lincoln.wi.

us or https:

//www.co.lincoln.wi.us/administration/job-opening/finance-director Deadline to Apply Apply by July 9, 2026.