Finance Director

Purpose of Position:
This position serves as the Finance Director for Pierce County. The position oversees the performance of all financial activities of the County, administers the County Finance Department, directs the daily activities and provides staff supervision. This position is charged with administering a system for the orderly presentation and payment of obligations and the maintenance of a unified county-wide accounting system. This position functions as a County auditor and agent of the County in matters pertaining to the Wisconsin Retirement Fund. This position works closely in providing consultation and staff support to the Finance and Personnel Committee, the County Board of Supervisors, Administrative Coordinator, Insurance/Risk Manager, Human Resources Manager, and department directors in the administration of the budget, long-term financial planning, and financial policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:
A Bachelors degree from an accredited four-year university or college in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or Public Administration. Three years of accounting or finance experience in County, City, or other public governmental environment.

Preferred Qualifications:
A Masters degree from an accredited four-year university or college in Accounting or Finance and five years of accounting or finance experience in a County or City governmental environment.