Finance Manager

Location: Whitehall

Salary: $73,049.60 - $93,932.80 Annually
Location : Whitehall
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Administration
Opening Date: 12/03/2025

Purpose of Position

The Trempealeau County Administration Department is currently advertising for a Finance Manager to join their team.
This position will remain open until filled; however, the posting may be closed once a qualified applicant pool has been identified. Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early as the posting may be closed once a satisfactory candidate pool is identified.

The Finance Manager is responsible for high-level financial oversight, including audit management, budget development, financial reporting, internal controls, and general ledger supervision. The position supports grants administration, insurance program coordination, and operational functions for county-wide fiscal integrity.
Essential Functions

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily and in a timely manner. The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required or assigned.

Lead annual audit preparation, coordinate documentation, and resolve audit findings.

Develop, implement, and enforce county-wide accounting policies and internal controls.

Oversee general ledger, prepare complex journal entries, and reconcile investment/cash accounts.

Review payroll and accounts payable processes for accuracy and compliance.

Complete required federal/state reporting including 941s, W-2s, and retirement submissions.

Conduct internal audits on cash handling and compliance.

Provide functional supervision to payroll/benefits and accounts payable functions.

Assist with development of the annual county budget and monitor county-wide budget compliance.

Prepare fiscal analysis, projections, and monthly financial reports for departments and committees.

Analytical skills to interpret financial data, investigate variances, and reconcile department data.

Serve as primary liaison to external auditors.

Assist department fiscals in preparing and submission of grants.

Track and oversee grant budgets, expenditures, and compliance.

Manage county insurance programs and claims processing.

Oversee vehicle pool program and mileage cost analysis.

Process departmental contracts and amendments; coordinate filing with Register of Deeds.

Ability to coordinate proposed debt financing; including working with financial consultants and evaluating repayment options and other borrowing provisions.

Prepare monthly financial reports, financial presentations, develop multi-year forecasts, and financial summaries for committees and administration.

Serve as County Auditor
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Advanced knowledge of governmental accounting, GAAP, GASB, budgeting, and public finance.

Strong analytical and financial reporting skills.

Ability to supervise financial functions and maintain internal controls.

Proficient in Excel, financial software, and data analysis.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Interpersonal skills to work with the board, department heads, and other employees.
Training, Experience and Other Requirements

A bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field is required, and a CPA designation is desirable. Candidates must have a minimum of five years of governmental or public-sector accounting experience, along with proven experience in audits, financial reporting, and policy development.
2026 BENEFIT SUMMARY

Trempealeau County (Regular Full-time/part-time employees) BENEFIT
Non-Represented Benefit Package for 2026. A complete packet of benefits information will be provided to the candidate selected for the position. This illustration summarizes the benefits presently offered by Trempealeau County and is not a guarantee of benefits.

Benefit TypeWhat you receiveEligibleWho PaysMedical
* County participates in the State of Wisconsin offered Health Plan.

$500 individual / $1000 family deductible.
Routine/Preventative services- plan pays 100%. Emergency Room copay - $60 per visit. Annual Wellness Incentive - $150 gift card for employee & spouse when annual physical/wellness screens complete.

First of the month following 30 days of employment
County contributes 88%. Employee Contribution for lowest cost plan available within the County is:

Single Plan: $126.42/per month

Family Plan: $310.83/per month
Premiums vary by plan. Other plan networks available.

Flex
Spending Account
(FSA)$500
-Single Health Plan
$1000-Family Health Plan
County contributes either $500/$1000 for each employee enrolling in the county sponsored medical plan.

First of the month following 30 days of employment

Option to contribute up to an additional $3,400 for medical and $7500 for dependent care per year. Expenses must be incurred 1/1/26 - 3/15/27 and submitted for reimbursement by 5/31/27.Pension
Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS). Pension plan provides a lifetime retirement payment once vested…