Finance Deputy Director - Outagamie County
Appleton, WI
About the Job
The Deputy Finance Director helps lead, manage, and administer the Finance Department. The position is highly responsible with department and countywide authority. The Deputy develops department and countywide strategies and is accountable for the success of department operations and initiatives. The Deputy oversees preparation and maintenance of County financial policies and oversees County compliance. The Deputy interacts with the County Executive, other Elected Officials, department directors, and administrators. The Deputy supervises and evaluates the work of professional, technical, and clerical staff; administers the department budget; and is responsible for achieving the targets identified in the department performance measures. The Deputy is responsible for overseeing the following countywide functions: budget development, annual audit and ACFR preparation, financials and performance monitoring, debt service management, and accounting and grant management.
The Deputy Director will play a key leadership role, supervising and collaborating closely with the accounting team while enabling the Director to concentrate on high-level financial strategies, policies, and overall direction. In this role, the Deputy Director will provide mentorship to a skilled and motivated team, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations of the accounting department.
As the primary point of contact for external auditors, the Deputy Director will oversee audit processes and facilitate seamless communication. They will also contribute significantly to the preparation of the County’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and support the Director in developing annual budget documents.
In their first year, the Deputy Director will gain a deep understanding of the County’s complex Fund Accounting System and will work to strengthen the trust and confidence established by the Finance Director and County Executive with the County Board and community.
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Outagamie County, WI - Community Video Tour (elocallink.tv)
We offer a full benefits package which includes being a part of the Wisconsin Retirement System pension! Want to learn more about our benefits?
Click here: https://www.outagamie.org/government/departments-f-m/human-resources
We also offer:
Health, Dental, Vision Benefit options
HSA with county contribution on the High Deductible plan
FSA option
Short term and Long term disability
Life Insurance
Employee and Family On-site Clinic along with nearby clinic
So much more!