Finance Director – Village of Germantown, Wisconsin

Expected Hiring Range: $100,832–$131,654 (DOQ)

The Village of Germantown seeks a highly skilled and strategic Finance Director to serve as a key member of the leadership team and guide the Village’s financial operations with precision, transparency, and innovation. This position provides oversight of all financial functions, including budgeting, accounting, treasury management, and long-term financial planning. The Finance Director leads development of the Village’s operating, capital, and enterprise budgets; ensures compliance with applicable regulations and governmental accounting standards; and utilizes data-driven analysis to support informed decision making and organizational goals.

This position also manages Finance Department staff, oversees financial systems and reporting, and drives process improvements to enhance efficiency and accountability. The Finance Director must demonstrate strong technical expertise, analytical ability, and communication skills while collaborating across departments and supporting transparent, effective municipal operations.

Qualifications

Required
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible finance or accounting
experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Valid Wisconsin driver’s license.

Preferred
• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or related field.
• CPA or CPFO certification.
• Experience in municipal or public sector finance.
• Familiarity with Tyler Munis ERP system.

How to Apply
Innovative Public Advisors (IPA) is conducting the executive recruitment process for this position. Applications are now being accepted until filled with First Review no later than June 5, 2026.

Send a cover letter, resume, salary history, and professional references to Jess Wildes at jess@public-advisors.com. Please direct questions to 262-339-5658.
Learn more at public-advisors.com/germantown-finance.