Strategic Assistant Finance Director

Village of Pleasant Prairie; Pleasant Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Village of Pleasant Prairie is seeking an Assistant Finance Director to support the Finance Director in managing accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and internal controls across all Village departments.

The role requires 5+ years in governmental finance, a bachelor’s degree in a related field, and strong leadership and communication skills. CPA/CPFO is preferred; duties include planning, audits oversight, board reporting, and staff development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration is required.
• Minimum 5+ years in governmental finance, accounting, or budgeting with supervisory experience.
• CPA or CPFO certification is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, supervision, and mentorship to finance staff.
• Assist in oversight of financial operations and strategic planning.
• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports; monitor budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

GAAP / GASB knowledge

Public finance experience

Communication

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration

Tools

Financial software

Microsoft Excel

Budgeting tools

Job description

The Village of Pleasant Prairie is seeking an Assistant Finance Director to support the Finance Director in managing accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and internal controls across all Village departments.

The role requires 5+ years in governmental finance, a bachelor’s degree in a related field, and strong leadership and communication skills. CPA/CPFO is preferred; duties include planning, audits oversight, board reporting, and staff development.