FISCAL SERVICES MANAGER – HUMAN SERVICES

Thank you for your interest in employment with Kenosha County!

Fiscal Services Manager – Human Services

Kenosha County is seeking a motivated person to join our Human Services Department as a Fiscal Services Manager.  Kenosha County offers candidates the opportunity to work with a team of motivated professionals committed to common goals.

Join our team and help make a difference!

This Fiscal Services Manager is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of assigned divisions within the Human Services department, ensuring accurate budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.  This role involves financial planning, grant management, and supervising fiscal staff to support the efficient delivery of human services programs to the community.  This position reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer of the Department of Human Services. 

Kenosha County is committed to Diversity, Belonging and Inclusion and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

2025 Hiring Range:  $76,859 - $91,499 annually

Position Summary and Job Duties 

Budget Development and Oversight

• • Develop and manage the annual budget for assigned divisions in collaboration with division directors and managers
  • Monitor expenditures to ensure alignment with approved budgets
  • Prepare financial forecasts and recommend adjustments as needed

Financial Reporting and Compliance

• • Prepare and submit accurate financial reports to funding agencies and other stakeholders
  • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to financial operations
  • Conduct internal audits to maintain fiscal accountability

Grant Management

• • Oversee the fiscal component of grant applications, budgets, and reporting for diverse funding sources
  • Ensure compliance with grant requirements and deadlines
  • Collaborate with program managers to optimize grant utilization

Contract Processing and Fiscal Review

• • Review and process fiscal aspects of contracts with service providers, ensuring accuracy and compliance with funding allocations.
  • Review budget worksheets and ensure costs align with market standards and follow funding guidelines

Supervision and Staff Development

• • Supervise and provide guidance to fiscal staff, including hiring, training, and performance evaluations
  • Foster a collaborative and productive work environment

Financial Planning and Analysis

• • Conduct cost analysis and identify opportunities for cost savings
  • Provide financial insights to support program decision-making
  • Evaluate and improve financial processes

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement

• • Work closely with program managers, county officials, and external stakeholders to ensure fiscal alignment with program objectives
  • Serve as the financial liaison between assigned divisions and The Chief Financial Officer of Human Services

Success Factors

• Comprehensive knowledge of current business administration and accounting principles
• Knowledge of business office practices, procedures and equipment
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of generally accepted accounting principles for fiscal administration in a government environment
• Knowledge of State financial and administrative reporting systems and procedures
• Skill in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Skill in verbal and oral communication
• Skill in customer service with the ability to work effectively with clients and the general public
• Ability to demonstrate a high aptitude in working with various computer applications as they relate to accounting, fiscal management, and related fiscal areas
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment, multi-task and prioritize duties
• Ability to serve as principal fiscal advisor to administration and to represent the facility in fiscal matters acquiring technical expertise
• Ability to present ideas with a high degree of effectiveness, both orally and in writing
• Ability to supervise the fiscal operations of a moderate-sized, multi-program institution
• Ability to supervise, plan and organize the work of, and train others
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with associates, representatives of other agencies, division staff, Board committees and the client/citizen public
• Ability to promote inclusivity and effectively engage with a diverse workforce and consumer base
• Ability to work respectfully in a diverse and inclusive environment

Job Requirements, Education, Training and Experience

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, business management or public administration
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in a related work capacity specifically to include experience in fiscal management and preparation of State policies and procedures governing contract work and accounting

Preferred Education and Experience

• Master’s Degree in accounting
• Certified financial management or accountant

Or any combination of education, training and experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the job.  

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance effective first of month following 30 days of employment with the ability to reduce premium contribution through participation in a wellness program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Volunteer Paid Time Off
• Twelve Paid Holidays - Eligible on first day of employment
• Retirement Plan:  Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System which includes county-paid life insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

This position involves light physical demands and may require sitting for long periods of time.

Selection Process

• Application Review - Qualifying
• Oral Interview - Qualifying
• Background Check - Qualifying
• Drug Screen - Qualifying

 If you require accommodations at any point in the selection process because of a disability, please notify Human Resources in advance for arrangements.

Kenosha County is a Wisconsin Retirement System participating employer.  Your participation is required, which includes an employee contribution.

Applications must be submitted no later than Sunday, March 9, 2025.

 The pay grade for this position is E10 (Min. $76,859 – Max. $106,139 annually). 

This position is located in Kenosha County which is located along the shores of Lake Michigan and less than an hour away from Milwaukee and Chicago.  To see why Kenosha County is a great place to live, work, and play, visit:  https://www.visitkenosha.com/

Thank you for your interest in employment with Kenosha County! 

Kenosha County is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.