Finance Director/County Auditor Job

Oneida County is hiring for a Finance Director/County Auditor position with the Finance Department.

SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES: This leadership position is responsible for directing and overseeing the County’s financial operations, including general accounting, financial reporting, budget preparation and control, investment and debt management, payroll administration, and capital planning.
This position serves as the County’s lead financial officer and works under the direction of the Executive Committee of the County Board of Supervisors. Duties include: overseeing the County’s general ledger and financial reporting; ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards, laws, regulations, contracts, and grant requirements; coordinating the annual external financial and single audits; leading development of the annual operating budget and capital improvement plan; assisting with annual appropriation and tax levy preparation; supervising finance staff; and serving as a member of the County’s professional leadership team. This position also works closely with department leaders, the County Board, and outside auditors and serves as an expert for the County’s Enterprise Resource Planning system, Caselle (formerly Civic Systems).

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Qualified candidates must have a four-year college degree in Accounting or related, and at least five years work experience in accounting or finance, with local government finance experience highly preferred. Applicants must possess at least five years of supervisory experience. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) Certification is highly preferred. Candidates must have a strong knowledge of accounting and auditing principles, including Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards and Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) best practices, as well as the ability to analyze, summarize and clearly present financial information. Strong computer, leadership, communication and decision-making skills are required.

WORK HOURS: This exempt, salaried position will work at least 40 hours per week, mostly during weekdays, but additional hours will be necessary to fulfill essential duties and operational demands.

WAGES AND BENEFITS: Starting 2026 salary of $106,519 to $133,910, contingent on qualifications. Position includes a comprehensive and competitive benefit package, including affordable health insurance, generous health plan waiver incentives, participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System, and an exceptional Paid Time Off (PTO) plan with the ability to carryover unused PTO hours into future years.

HOW TO APPLY: Complete job description and required Oneida County application is available at www.oneidacountywi.gov. Completed applications along with cover letter, resume and transcripts should be emailed to [email protected] or mailed to Oneida County Labor Relations Employee Services, Courthouse, P.O. Box 400, Rhinelander, WI 54501. Note: Applicants selected for further consideration must be available for tentative interviews on May 11, 2026.

Deadline to apply is Monday, May 4, 2026 at 8:30 a.m.

Oneida County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Oneida County is located in beautiful north central Wisconsin, with Rhinelander being the county seat. Our county offers an abundance of recreational, social, educational and economic opportunities, which makes it a great place for young families, retirees and everyone in between. Oneida County employs 350+ employees throughout our various departments, who serve the public and work to continually protect and improve the quality of life in Oneida County.