Finance Director
Position Announcement
Finance Director
City of South Milwaukee, WI (Population 20,191)
The City of South Milwaukee, WI, is seeking a knowledgeable and collaborative professional to serve as its next Finance Director.
This position serves as the City’s chief financial officer as well as the Deputy City Administrator. The position directs all operations of the finance office and oversees 2.5 FTE employees. Responsibilities include supervising staff, maintaining financial records, coordinating the annual audit, preparing financial statements and required reports, leading the annual budget development process, and overseeing cash management, investments, payroll, and employee benefits administration.
A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Public Administration is preferred, along with experience in municipal finance. Candidates should demonstrate knowledge of governmental accounting principles, municipal tax billing and collection procedures, budgeting, and financial forecasting.
Salary range: $107,800 - $120,000 DOQ.
To apply: email cover letter, résumé, five references, and salary history: [email protected]
More info: https://public-administration.com/employment-opportunities/
Application deadline: November 8, 2026.
Finance Director
City of South Milwaukee, WI (Population 20,191)
The City of South Milwaukee, WI, is seeking a knowledgeable and collaborative professional to serve as its next Finance Director.
This position serves as the City’s chief financial officer as well as the Deputy City Administrator. The position directs all operations of the finance office and oversees 2.5 FTE employees. Responsibilities include supervising staff, maintaining financial records, coordinating the annual audit, preparing financial statements and required reports, leading the annual budget development process, and overseeing cash management, investments, payroll, and employee benefits administration.
A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Public Administration is preferred, along with experience in municipal finance. Candidates should demonstrate knowledge of governmental accounting principles, municipal tax billing and collection procedures, budgeting, and financial forecasting.
Salary range: $107,800 - $120,000 DOQ.
To apply: email cover letter, résumé, five references, and salary history: [email protected]
More info: https://public-administration.com/employment-opportunities/
Application deadline: November 8, 2026.
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