City of Watertown, Wisconsin
Deputy Treasurer/Clerk
City of Watertown, Wisconsin, Watertown, Wisconsin, United States, 53094
Role Description
The City of Watertown, located halfway between Madison and Milwaukee with the Rock River coursing through its historic downtown, is a place that balances history, tradition, and opportunity. The community cherishes family and fellowship while also embracing possibilities for growth. Watertown offers a picturesque environment for individuals and companies seeking a community‑oriented and dynamic place to establish roots.
This position is responsible for supporting the organization, coordination, and execution of all functions within the Finance Department. Key responsibilities include processing subsidiary ledger transactions, reconciling general ledger accounts, preparing and distributing property tax bills, assisting with audit preparation, issuing municipal licenses, administering voter registration, coordinating election activities, and maintaining official City records. Under the general supervision of the Finance Director, and in compliance with all applicable laws and statutes of the State of Wisconsin, as well as the policies of the City of Watertown, the Deputy Treasurer/Clerk performs a broad range of clerical, financial, and administrative support functions within the Finance Department. This position may assume the duties of the Finance Director or City Clerk in their absence, as delegated. Unless temporarily assigned, this position does not carry supervisory responsibilities.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field
Experience in municipal finance or public administration is a plus
Thorough understanding of internal controls and financial reporting principles, methods, and techniques
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook, Word, and Excel (intermediate level), as well as accounting and payroll software
Strong knowledge of governmental fund accounting
Working knowledge of Wisconsin election laws and voter registration procedures
Skilled in preparing and maintaining accurate records and documents, compiling and analyzing complex financial data, and preparing comprehensive and accurate reports
Ability to assess situations critically, solve problems, and maintain attention to detail under pressure and within deadlines
Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions, prioritize assignments, and work independently
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This position is responsible for supporting the organization, coordination, and execution of all functions within the Finance Department. Key responsibilities include processing subsidiary ledger transactions, reconciling general ledger accounts, preparing and distributing property tax bills, assisting with audit preparation, issuing municipal licenses, administering voter registration, coordinating election activities, and maintaining official City records. Under the general supervision of the Finance Director, and in compliance with all applicable laws and statutes of the State of Wisconsin, as well as the policies of the City of Watertown, the Deputy Treasurer/Clerk performs a broad range of clerical, financial, and administrative support functions within the Finance Department. This position may assume the duties of the Finance Director or City Clerk in their absence, as delegated. Unless temporarily assigned, this position does not carry supervisory responsibilities.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field
Experience in municipal finance or public administration is a plus
Thorough understanding of internal controls and financial reporting principles, methods, and techniques
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook, Word, and Excel (intermediate level), as well as accounting and payroll software
Strong knowledge of governmental fund accounting
Working knowledge of Wisconsin election laws and voter registration procedures
Skilled in preparing and maintaining accurate records and documents, compiling and analyzing complex financial data, and preparing comprehensive and accurate reports
Ability to assess situations critically, solve problems, and maintain attention to detail under pressure and within deadlines
Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions, prioritize assignments, and work independently
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