Assistant to the Finance Director

The Village of Sussex is looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented person to serve as an integral member of the Village’s Finance team. The primary responsibilities of this position include maintaining Village financial documents (such as vendor invoices, receipt documentation, and journal entries) and managing the Village’s Accounts Payable system. The Assistant to the Finance Director assists in the preparation of the annual audit, provides oversight of utility bill and ambulance bill collection system, and works with the Clerk's Office to successfully oversee cash management operations and the corresponding financial reporting.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum qualifications for this position include five years of experience in accounting or financial management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, and the ability to efficiently operate a computer and office equipment and have an understanding of generally accepted accounting principals and practices.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

The midpoint starting annual salary $80,188, with actual salary dependent on experience and qualifications. Sussex has an excellent benefits package, participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System, a deferred compensation match, a strong commitment to professional development, and a family friendly work environment.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Qualified applicants should submit a completed employment application, resume, and letter of interest at villagesussex.org/hiring. The first round of interviews will be held on Thursday, January 23, 2025 at our office located at N64W23760 Main Street, Sussex, WI.

ABOUT SUSSEX:

The Village of Sussex, WI (population 12,000) is a growing suburb in Waukesha County located 19 miles northwest of downtown Milwaukee. Sussex offers an outstanding quality of life, embracing family-friendly living, a premier school district, quality parks, low crime rates, and economic vitality. The Village operates under a seven-member Village Board and prides itself on its strong financial position.

The Village is a family friendly workplace that emphasizes professional development and a high level of customer service. The organization has a dedicated and passionate staff who care about the community and the impact of their work. The 2024 equalized tax base was nearly $2.4 billion, with considerable growth underway, and continued growth expected for the next decade.

The Village of Sussex is an Equal Opportunity Employer.