Posted: Jun 18, 2026
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Finance Director / County Auditor

Grant County - Lancaster, WI
Full-time
Salary: $4,195.20 Weekly
Application Deadline: N/A
Accounting

Grant County is seeking an experienced, strategic, and detail-oriented Finance Director / County 
Auditor to lead the County’s financial management program and serve as a key advisor on fiscal 
operations, reporting, compliance, and long-range financial planning. This position reports to the County 
Administrator and plays a central role in maintaining strong financial systems, supporting the annual 
budget process, coordinating audit activities, and promoting consistent county-wide fiscal practices. 
Benefit Position: 80 hours bi-weekly; Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 
Salary: $4,195.20 starting bi-weekly  
Minimum Qualifications 
Education: 
1. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting or Business 
Administration or related field 
2. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) licensure is preferred. Candidates who are actively pursuing 
CPA licensure or who bring comparable governmental finance leadership experience will also be 
considered. 
Experience: 
1. Four or more years’ experience of professional auditing or accounting 
2. Experience in governmental auditing and accounting 
3. Experience in budget management and systems analysis 
Note:  Equivalent combinations of job-related education and experience may be considered 
How to Apply 
A Grant County application and job description may be obtained on www.co.grant.wi.gov (under 
employment opportunities) or by contacting Grant County Human Resources (608) 723‑2540.  
To apply, submit a letter of interest, resume, and Grant County application to the below address or 
email to [email protected]
Screening of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.  
Grant County Human Resources 
111 S. Jefferson St. - P.O. Box 529 
Lancaster, WI 53813 
Grant County is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer (AA/EEO). All qualified applicants are 
encouraged to apply, including minorities, veterans, women, and persons with work-related limitations.