Outagamie County, WI
Salary: $80,059.20 - $87,464.00 Annually
Location : Appleton, WI
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number:
Department: Highway Office
Opening Date: 08/21/2025
Typical Work Hours/Shift:: 7:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday with comp time availability
Outagamie County Core Values
Invested in Serving
Better Together
Create Progress
Support Through Compassion
Position Purpose
The Finance Manager is the "Hub of the Highway Department" where just about every employee of the department is served. The Finance Manager is responsible for putting together the Highway budget, financial statement, annual audit, state reporting, etc. Supervising 3 people who handle accounting/finance duties such as A/P, A/R, payroll, HR, inventory management, equipment management, fixed assets. This role also manages projects such as office/facility modifications, employee spaces, system programming (making changes to JD Edwards software), new system/technology recommendations/testing. Oversees and maintains the department's entire accounting and payroll systems, shares responsibility for the department's budget and budget process, prepares a wide variety of reports and maintains various records.
The candidate should have a strong background in government and cost accounting but also possess the ability to plan and move the Highway Department forward with office and employee management tasks.
Build your career while supporting the citizens of Outagamie County - apply today!
Hours for the role are:
7:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday, Occasionally as needed.
Location of Position:
Outagamie County Highway Department: 1313 Holland Road in Appleton, WI.
**Please submit a resume with the application while also filling the application in its entirety.
The hours for this role are: Monday-Friday
Want to learn more about Outagamie County?
Click on the link to learn more about all we have to offer!
Outagamie County Values: INVESTED IN SERVING - BETTER TOGETHER - CREATE PROGRESS - SUPPORT THROUGH COMPASSION
Outagamie County offers Benefit options and paid time off for team members that work 20+ or more hours per week. Learn more today by visiting:
Oversees and maintains the department's entire accounting and payroll systems, shares responsibility for the department's budget and budget process, prepares a wide variety of reports and maintains various records.
Key Responsibilities
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
OUTAGAMIE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, THE COUNTY WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS TO QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND ENCOURAGES BOTH PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYEES AND INCUMBENTS TO DISCUSS POTENTIAL ACCOMMODATIONS WITH THE EMPLOYER.
Outagamie County offers Benefit options and paid time off for team members that work 20+ or more hours per week. Learn more today by visiting:
Outagamie County Diversity Statement:
Outagamie County is committed to developing, nurturing, and sustaining an equitable community and workforce where all individuals can thrive. We pledge to amplify the voices of under-represented communities or those who were historically excluded, by removing barriers that result from racial, social injustice and inequities. We strive to ensure that equity, diversity, inclusion are embedded at all levels of Outagamie County programs and departments through acknowledging, analyzing, and addressing the root causes of inequities. We will create and advance equitable polices, practices and procedures, including, but not limited to County services, recruitment and retention, policies and practices, budgeting and procurement. We commit to being transparent and will continually evaluate and update our values when identified goals and objectives are not being achieved or sustained. Outagamie County will strive to create an inclusive environment where every community member feels like he/she/they belong.
OUTAGAMIE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, THE COUNTY WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS TO QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND ENCOURAGES BOTH PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYEES AND INCUMBENTS TO DISCUSS POTENTIAL ACCOMMODATIONS WITH THE EMPLOYER.
OUTAGAMIE COUNTY OFFERS A COMPREHENSIVE AND HIGHLY COMPETITIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE TO ITS EMPLOYEES.
LEVELS OF BENEFITS CAN VARY BASED ON EMPLOYMENT STATUS AND EMPLOYEE GROUP.
Medical Coverage
Outagamie County currently offers eligible employees a Low-Deductible Health Plan and a High Deductible Health Plan with a Health Savings Account (HSA). Each of these plans are available for single or family coverage at affordable rates.
Dental Coverage
Eligible employees may choose either single, limited family, or family coverage.
Vision Coverage
Outagamie County offers single, employee plus one, employee plus children, and family voluntary vision insurance for those that are benefit eligible. Vision insurance coverage provides an opportunity for employees to save money on routine vision exams, contacts, eyeglass frames, and lenses.
Life Insurance
Outagamie County provides group life insurance for full-time employees. The cost of this coverage is paid for in full by the County.
Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance
Short-Term Disability pays the employee a portion of his or her income for a specified period of time, as determined by the plan. The Short-Term Disability plan provides coverage for injuries and illnesses that occur outside of work. The premium for this coverage is paid entirely by the employee and is available to active employees that meet the hours threshold requirements.
Long-Term Disability Insurance
All regular, non-union full-time employees are eligible for long-term disability coverage. Premiums are fully paid by the County.
Wisconsin Retirement System
Wisconsin Retirement Program helps provide for financial security during retirement. Monthly annuity payments at retirement are calculated using years of creditable service, average earnings (based on three highest years of earnings), formula factors, age at retirement and selected annuity option.
The retirement plan consists of two parts: an employee-required portion and an employer-required portion. Outagamie County pays the employer portion, and employees are responsible for paying the employee-required portion, which is determined by the state each year. Enrollment is required for eligible employees. Eligibility is determined based on Wisconsin Retirement System plan rules.
Deferred Compensation
Deferred Compensation allows employees to set aside pre-tax earnings toward retirement. Employees can save up to 100% of their compensation, to a maximum of $23,500 annually, or as little as $10.00 per paycheck. The amount deferred reduces year-end state and federal income tax base. All the earnings will accrue tax-deferred until such time as the assets are withdrawn, generally at retirement, termination, or other special circumstances. There is also an after-tax 457 Roth contribution option.
Flexible Spending Account Plan
The Flexible Spending Account Plan saves money by allowing the employee to pay for certain medical related expenses and dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis, reducing annual taxable income resulting in Federal, State, Social Security, and Medicare tax savings.
Employee Assistance Program
Outagamie County has an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). The services offered as part of the County's plan are a benefit provided at no cost to its employees and their immediate family members to help deal with life's stresses. EAP consists of caring individuals who are certified counselors. They offer professional support and direction towards resolving problems or concerns. They can also help by referring the employee to another resource if assistance is needed beyond the EAP.
Paid Time Off
Outagamie County offers several paid time off benefits that include: vacation, personal holidays, national holidays, sick leave, bereavement leave and military leave.
Employee and Family Clinic
Primary Health Services, Acute Health Care and Physical Therapy are available to employees and dependents ages 12 months and up (age 13 and up for physical therapy), who are covered on a county health plan. A Health Coach is available to all employees, and to dependents covered under a county health plan age 14 and older. There is an onsite location and a shared clinic site location.
Fitness Center
Located at the downtown campus, a brand new fitness center with treadmills and other gym equipment is available to all employees from 5am to 10pm daily.
Pet Insurance
Please note that the pet insurance offers are discounts offered to Outagamie County employees and are not programs sponsored by Outagamie County. Please contact the companies directly for any questions, concerns or service issues.
If you would like to learn more, please click below about the benefits.
Values of Excellence (Recognition Program)
A program designed to celebrate the big wins, the daily efforts and everything in between of our county employees, which such a great place to grow, work, and thrive together. Where anyone as a county employee can recognize someone for a job well done!
Continuing Education
Outagamie County encourages continuing education by offering Education Reimbursement. This reimbursement is intended to provide assistance to the employee for out-of-pocket expenses for continuing education for the mutual benefit of the employee and Outagamie County, not covered in the departmental budget.
Any Outagamie County employee in good standing, averaging twenty (20) hours or more per week during the six (6) months prior to the start of the course, is eligible to apply. This statement is not all-inclusive in regard to tuition reimbursement.
01
Describe how your education has prepared you for this position. Please provide a complete response-answers such as 'see resume' may result in removal from further consideration.
02
Describe your proficiency using Microsoft Office programs, specifically Word, Excel, Power Point, OneNote and Outlook. Please include which employers and years of your experience utilizing the specific programs listed.
03
Please explain how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in the job description. Incomplete responses, including answers such as 'see resume,' may disqualify you from further consideration.
04
Please provide information on technology used including ERP systems and specific software used.
05
Describe any software implementation you have done or participated in, including type and use.
06
Briefly describe your experience and/or training in each of the areas listed below. Please note that it is not required to have experience in all areas to be considered. If you have no experience in a particular area, please indicate 'none.'A. Training and staff developmentB. Cost accounting, billing, and payrollC. Technology troubleshooting (hardware and software)D. Strategic planning
Required Question
Location : Appleton, WI
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number:
Department: Highway Office
Opening Date: 08/21/2025
Typical Work Hours/Shift:: 7:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday with comp time availability
Outagamie County Core Values
Invested in Serving
Better Together
Create Progress
Support Through Compassion
Position Purpose
The Finance Manager is the "Hub of the Highway Department" where just about every employee of the department is served. The Finance Manager is responsible for putting together the Highway budget, financial statement, annual audit, state reporting, etc. Supervising 3 people who handle accounting/finance duties such as A/P, A/R, payroll, HR, inventory management, equipment management, fixed assets. This role also manages projects such as office/facility modifications, employee spaces, system programming (making changes to JD Edwards software), new system/technology recommendations/testing. Oversees and maintains the department's entire accounting and payroll systems, shares responsibility for the department's budget and budget process, prepares a wide variety of reports and maintains various records.
The candidate should have a strong background in government and cost accounting but also possess the ability to plan and move the Highway Department forward with office and employee management tasks.
Build your career while supporting the citizens of Outagamie County - apply today!
Hours for the role are:
7:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday, Occasionally as needed.
Location of Position:
Outagamie County Highway Department: 1313 Holland Road in Appleton, WI.
**Please submit a resume with the application while also filling the application in its entirety.
The hours for this role are: Monday-Friday
Want to learn more about Outagamie County?
Click on the link to learn more about all we have to offer!
Outagamie County Values: INVESTED IN SERVING - BETTER TOGETHER - CREATE PROGRESS - SUPPORT THROUGH COMPASSION
Outagamie County offers Benefit options and paid time off for team members that work 20+ or more hours per week. Learn more today by visiting:
Oversees and maintains the department's entire accounting and payroll systems, shares responsibility for the department's budget and budget process, prepares a wide variety of reports and maintains various records.
Key Responsibilities
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
- Establishes, implements, monitors and provides strategic leadership on Highway policies, financial procedures, fiscal reporting, accounting methods, budget preparation and capital funds administration.
- Oversees and prepares the Highway Department budget; Construction program, Bituminous program, Administration Work for Townships and Others, Work for the State, County and Town Aid Bridge program, General and Winter Maintenance, Cost Incident to Labor, Machinery Operations, Shop Operations, Capital Purchases, and Debt Service Requirements.
- Oversees the development of general policies and procedures regarding Highway administrative and financial activities to improve efficiency and productivity.
- Monitors department's accounting systems and methods to be in compliance with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation "Uniform Cost Accounting System For Wisconsin County Highway Departments and County standards; prepares journal entries, maintains general ledger, and is responsible for payroll records and systems.
- Prepares annual financial report of Highway Operations; balance sheets, income statements, summary and detail reports on all areas of the Highway Department's operation. Responsible for Fixed Asset inventory, materials inventory, bulk fuel handling operation, buildings and grounds cost allocation, shop overhead calculation and allocation cost incident to labor calculation, operations of machinery, and field small tool calculation.
- Monitors capital project payments to ensure proper allocation of funds and compliance.
- Consults with the County Finance Director and Deputy Director on fiscal matters relating to the management of the Highway Department.
- Supervises all Highway administrative functions, manages and directs the activities of Senior Account Technicians and Inventory/Supply Technician. Prepares and conducts performance appraisals, participations in decisions regarding hiring and terminations.
- Assists in preparing the Highway department's 5-year Capital Improvement Program.
- Prepares journal entries or invoices for County construction, County bituminous, and County bridge projects. Prepare and performs final check on the monthly invoices for work for the State, Cities, Villages, Townships, and Others.
- Maintains a working knowledge of all highway accounting related programs including but not limited to general ledger, fixed assets, accounts receivable, inventory and purchasing.
- Coordinates, through the IT Department, the Highway department's computer hardware, software and programming needs.
- Coordinates and prepares documents for month-end and year-end and provides information and advises Highway Commissioner, staff, auditor, Highway Committee members and others regarding financial activities of the Highway Department.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, or a related field.
- Five (5) to seven (7) years accounting experience in public or private financial management or business development.
- Supervisory experience preferred.
- High degree of experience working with computerized accounting systems, personal computer applications and departmental budgeting procedures required.
- Government accounting experience is preferred.
- Or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Ability to operate a variety of office equipment including personal computer, computer terminal (Accounting Systems), fax machine, photocopier, calculator, the software utilized by the department etc.
- Ability to comprehend and interpret a variety of documents including payroll projections, vouchers, invoices, inventory reports, budgets, uniform cost accounting manual, etc.
- Ability to prepare a variety of documents including department budget, financial reports, statistical reports, machinery operations, budget to actual, etc.
- Ability to use and interpret accounting and computer terminology.
- Ability to communicate effectively with department heads, auditors, State officials, and the general public verbally and in writing.
- Ability to communicate with the IT Department to ensure proper programming on highway department systems and to meet department needs in the area of hardware and software.
- Ability to communicate with the Finance Director and Department to effectively maintain the flow of accounting activity between the departments.
OUTAGAMIE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, THE COUNTY WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS TO QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND ENCOURAGES BOTH PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYEES AND INCUMBENTS TO DISCUSS POTENTIAL ACCOMMODATIONS WITH THE EMPLOYER.
Outagamie County offers Benefit options and paid time off for team members that work 20+ or more hours per week. Learn more today by visiting:
Outagamie County Diversity Statement:
Outagamie County is committed to developing, nurturing, and sustaining an equitable community and workforce where all individuals can thrive. We pledge to amplify the voices of under-represented communities or those who were historically excluded, by removing barriers that result from racial, social injustice and inequities. We strive to ensure that equity, diversity, inclusion are embedded at all levels of Outagamie County programs and departments through acknowledging, analyzing, and addressing the root causes of inequities. We will create and advance equitable polices, practices and procedures, including, but not limited to County services, recruitment and retention, policies and practices, budgeting and procurement. We commit to being transparent and will continually evaluate and update our values when identified goals and objectives are not being achieved or sustained. Outagamie County will strive to create an inclusive environment where every community member feels like he/she/they belong.
OUTAGAMIE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, THE COUNTY WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS TO QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND ENCOURAGES BOTH PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYEES AND INCUMBENTS TO DISCUSS POTENTIAL ACCOMMODATIONS WITH THE EMPLOYER.
OUTAGAMIE COUNTY OFFERS A COMPREHENSIVE AND HIGHLY COMPETITIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE TO ITS EMPLOYEES.
LEVELS OF BENEFITS CAN VARY BASED ON EMPLOYMENT STATUS AND EMPLOYEE GROUP.
Medical Coverage
Outagamie County currently offers eligible employees a Low-Deductible Health Plan and a High Deductible Health Plan with a Health Savings Account (HSA). Each of these plans are available for single or family coverage at affordable rates.
Dental Coverage
Eligible employees may choose either single, limited family, or family coverage.
Vision Coverage
Outagamie County offers single, employee plus one, employee plus children, and family voluntary vision insurance for those that are benefit eligible. Vision insurance coverage provides an opportunity for employees to save money on routine vision exams, contacts, eyeglass frames, and lenses.
Life Insurance
Outagamie County provides group life insurance for full-time employees. The cost of this coverage is paid for in full by the County.
Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance
Short-Term Disability pays the employee a portion of his or her income for a specified period of time, as determined by the plan. The Short-Term Disability plan provides coverage for injuries and illnesses that occur outside of work. The premium for this coverage is paid entirely by the employee and is available to active employees that meet the hours threshold requirements.
Long-Term Disability Insurance
All regular, non-union full-time employees are eligible for long-term disability coverage. Premiums are fully paid by the County.
Wisconsin Retirement System
Wisconsin Retirement Program helps provide for financial security during retirement. Monthly annuity payments at retirement are calculated using years of creditable service, average earnings (based on three highest years of earnings), formula factors, age at retirement and selected annuity option.
The retirement plan consists of two parts: an employee-required portion and an employer-required portion. Outagamie County pays the employer portion, and employees are responsible for paying the employee-required portion, which is determined by the state each year. Enrollment is required for eligible employees. Eligibility is determined based on Wisconsin Retirement System plan rules.
Deferred Compensation
Deferred Compensation allows employees to set aside pre-tax earnings toward retirement. Employees can save up to 100% of their compensation, to a maximum of $23,500 annually, or as little as $10.00 per paycheck. The amount deferred reduces year-end state and federal income tax base. All the earnings will accrue tax-deferred until such time as the assets are withdrawn, generally at retirement, termination, or other special circumstances. There is also an after-tax 457 Roth contribution option.
Flexible Spending Account Plan
The Flexible Spending Account Plan saves money by allowing the employee to pay for certain medical related expenses and dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis, reducing annual taxable income resulting in Federal, State, Social Security, and Medicare tax savings.
Employee Assistance Program
Outagamie County has an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). The services offered as part of the County's plan are a benefit provided at no cost to its employees and their immediate family members to help deal with life's stresses. EAP consists of caring individuals who are certified counselors. They offer professional support and direction towards resolving problems or concerns. They can also help by referring the employee to another resource if assistance is needed beyond the EAP.
Paid Time Off
Outagamie County offers several paid time off benefits that include: vacation, personal holidays, national holidays, sick leave, bereavement leave and military leave.
Employee and Family Clinic
Primary Health Services, Acute Health Care and Physical Therapy are available to employees and dependents ages 12 months and up (age 13 and up for physical therapy), who are covered on a county health plan. A Health Coach is available to all employees, and to dependents covered under a county health plan age 14 and older. There is an onsite location and a shared clinic site location.
Fitness Center
Located at the downtown campus, a brand new fitness center with treadmills and other gym equipment is available to all employees from 5am to 10pm daily.
Pet Insurance
Please note that the pet insurance offers are discounts offered to Outagamie County employees and are not programs sponsored by Outagamie County. Please contact the companies directly for any questions, concerns or service issues.
If you would like to learn more, please click below about the benefits.
Values of Excellence (Recognition Program)
A program designed to celebrate the big wins, the daily efforts and everything in between of our county employees, which such a great place to grow, work, and thrive together. Where anyone as a county employee can recognize someone for a job well done!
Continuing Education
Outagamie County encourages continuing education by offering Education Reimbursement. This reimbursement is intended to provide assistance to the employee for out-of-pocket expenses for continuing education for the mutual benefit of the employee and Outagamie County, not covered in the departmental budget.
Any Outagamie County employee in good standing, averaging twenty (20) hours or more per week during the six (6) months prior to the start of the course, is eligible to apply. This statement is not all-inclusive in regard to tuition reimbursement.
01
Describe how your education has prepared you for this position. Please provide a complete response-answers such as 'see resume' may result in removal from further consideration.
02
Describe your proficiency using Microsoft Office programs, specifically Word, Excel, Power Point, OneNote and Outlook. Please include which employers and years of your experience utilizing the specific programs listed.
03
Please explain how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in the job description. Incomplete responses, including answers such as 'see resume,' may disqualify you from further consideration.
04
Please provide information on technology used including ERP systems and specific software used.
05
Describe any software implementation you have done or participated in, including type and use.
06
Briefly describe your experience and/or training in each of the areas listed below. Please note that it is not required to have experience in all areas to be considered. If you have no experience in a particular area, please indicate 'none.'A. Training and staff developmentB. Cost accounting, billing, and payrollC. Technology troubleshooting (hardware and software)D. Strategic planning
Required Question