Finance Director

Location: Kaukauna, WI, 54130

Position Overview

The Finance Director serves as the City Treasurer and is responsible for the management of the Finance and City Clerk department staff in all accounting, payroll, financial reporting, treasury, revenue collecting and licensing, accounts payable, sales/use tax, debt management, and risk management (property/casualty and general liability) activities. This leadership role works in partnership with the Mayor and executive leadership to ensure the integration of the strategic plan, budgets, and financial reporting across all city departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as City Treasurer overseeing all treasury functions.
• Manage Finance and City Clerk department staff, providing leadership and direction.
• Oversee accounting operations including payroll, accounts payable, and financial reporting.
• Manage revenue collection and licensing activities ensuring compliance and accuracy.
• Administer sales and use tax processes and reporting.
• Lead debt management activities, including issuance, monitoring, and compliance.
• Oversee risk management programs covering property/casualty and general liability insurance.
• Collaborate with the Mayor and executive leadership to align financial strategies with the City’s strategic plan.
• Develop, monitor, and report on budgets across all departments to ensure fiscal responsibility.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting to internal and external stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in Accounting or related field.
• Six (6) or more years of progressive financial management/analysis responsibilities with at least two years of supervisory experience.
• Proven experience in finance leadership roles, preferably within municipal or public sector environments.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, payroll, treasury, and financial reporting.
• Experience managing revenue collection, licensing, and tax administration.
• Familiarity with debt management and risk management practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with elected officials, executive leadership, department staff, vendors, and community members.
• Strong analytical and strategic planning abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• Demonstrated ability to provide public presentations through oral and visual communication.
• Knowledge and experience in financial software applications, implementation, and analysis.

Application Process

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply through the City's online application found at: https://kaukauna.gov/employment/. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applicants must submit their resume and cover letter detailing their qualifications and experience relevant to this position. Resumes submitted without an online application will not be considered. 

Salary & Benefits

This position will work onsite at the City's Municipal Services Building with a regular work week of 37.5 hours with some evening requirements to attend necessary committee and council meetings. The salary range for this position is $127,383-$152,201. The City of Kaukauna offers an extensive benefits package including:

• Health/Pharmacy Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Tuition Assistance 
• Heath Reimbursement Account
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Dependent Life Insurance
• Residency Incentive
• Deferred Compensation plan (457)
• Wisconsin Retirement System