Salary:
$112,312.96 - $151,622.49 Annually Location :
New Berlin City Hall, WI Job Type:
Full-time Job Number:
202500078 Department:
Finance Department Division:
FINANCE Opening Date:
01/22/2026 Closing Date:
2/20/2026 4:30 PM Central
General Overview of the Position
The purpose of this position is to manage the City's financial health by overseeing financial operations, developing strategic plans, controlling budgets, and managing cash flow. Under the general direction of the Mayor, this position is to provide high-level professional expertise, assistance and advice on all financial areas of responsibility.
This position serves as a key member of the City Leadership Team and is expected to serve in both leadership and management capacities. Examples of Essential Duties
Provides high-level professional expertise, assistance, and advice to the Mayor, City Leadership, and Common Council on all Finance Department areas of responsibility. Prepares the annual City budget under guidelines established by the Mayor and the Common Council. Coordinates and supervises the annual audit by independent accountants and the preparation and completion of the Annual Financial Report of the City. Plans, directs and supervises the preparation and completion of City financial reports and analyzes budget reports as well as other financial reports. Performs and assigns statutory duties of City Treasurer related to collection, receipting, depositing and dispersing of all monies paid to the City; performs cash management analyses and invests City funds; ensures compliance of investment activities with policy requirements and state law; monitors and evaluates investment performance. Directs and assists in the preparation of legally required federal and state reports. Works with outside financial advisors, bond counsel and rating agency to secure financing for the City's capital improvement plan to include water, sewer, and storm water capital needs, refinancing of existing City & TIF related debt. Maintain a system to ensure that all principal and interest payments are made on time. Ensures compliance with all state, federal, IRS rules, and regulation and bond covenants related to post issuance debt compliance and that proper and required debt coverage ratios are maintained. Coordinates the administration of the adopted budget. Directs and approves fund transfers as requested or required. Reviews disbursements of City funds, supervises, and directs the competitive bidding practices of the City. Annually updates TIF District expenditures and revenue records and prepare related reports as required. Member of Finance Committee, and Union Negotiating Committee, Joint Review Board and Community Development Authority. Manages financial software package including adding new users and establishing roles & permissions. Prepares Tax roll, calculate tax rates, import special assessments & charges, create print file. Provides leadership, employee development support and supervision to the Finance Department team. Develop and implement departmental policies and procedures to ensure appropriate financial internal controls are established, compliance with regulating agencies, and effective utilization of physical and financial resources. Performs other duties as may be assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of general laws and administrative policies governing municipal financial practices and procedures including State Statutes and City Code and policies. Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and governmental accounting standards. Knowledge of cash management and various investment practices and techniques. Knowledge and experience in software application implementation and analysis. Knowledge of professional auditing procedures and practices. Knowledge of various financial analytic techniques, including those related to municipal economic development and debt service management. Knowledge of economic forecasting and economic trends. Ability to perform fiscal planning and to advise on the formulation of fiscal policy. Ability to prepare financial reports Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with people at various levels both within and outside the organization. Ability to plan, organize and direct the work of subordinates in the various accounting functions while promoting career development and employee growth. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and deal courteously and tactfully with other governmental agencies and the general public. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration or related field Minimum of eight (8) years of municipal or public finance experience. Five years' upper level management or supervisory experience. CPA, MPA, MBA or CPFO, or any combination of experience, education and training which achieves the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Position Specific Information
Tasks involve extended periods of sedentary work. Times exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Task involves extended period of time at a keyboard. ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
None. This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions. SENSORY REQUIREMENTS
The task requires close visual acuity to perform various activities. The task requires oral communications ability. The task requires sound perception.
FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS 2026 **Please note that these descriptions are general statements, and all benefits will be determined by the applicable plan documents in effect. Benefits are subject to change and may not be enrolled in without meeting qualifying event deadlines and necessary eligibility. HEALTH INSURANCE Employees have the option of enrolling in a High Deductible Health plan offered by the City with a $2,000 single deductible and a $4,000 family deductible. The effective date of coverage is the employee's start date.
Employee Monthly Cost
Single
$141.08
Family
$366.78 HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT The city's health insurance is an HSA plan. The city contributes to the employee's Health Savings Account with a total of $300/year for those on an individual plan and $600/year for those on a family plan.
HERO Program The City offers a voluntary spousal health reimbursement program for employees who are currently enrolled in another group health plan.
DENTAL INSURANCE Employees have the option of enrolling in Delta Dental with employee premiums paid entirely by the City. Employees can choose to purchase coverage for Spouse or Dependents at the listed rates. Dental coverage would be effective the 1st of the month following the date of hire. Employee Monthly Cost
Employee
$0
Employee + 1
$37.84
Family
$100.32 VISION INSURANCE Employees have the option of enrolling in Delta Vision/Eyemed Network with employee premiums paid entirely by the City. Employees can choose to purchase coverage for Spouse or Dependents at the listed rates. Dental coverage would be effective the 1st of the month following the date of hire. Employee Monthly Cost
Employee
$0
Employee + 1
$4.80
Family
$10.54 LIMITED PURPOSE FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS This plan allows you to make pre-tax payroll contributions to use for the reimbursement of qualified out-of-pocket dental and vision expenses. The 2026 contribution limit is $3,400. Coverage begins on the first of the month following the date of hire.
DEPENDENT CARE FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS This plan allows you to make pre-taxed payroll contributions to use for reimbursement of your dependent care expenses. The IRS allows you to contribute up to $7,500 per year from your paycheck for child and/or elder care. Coverage begins on the first of the month following the date of hire.
LIFE INSURANCE Life Insurance is provided to each City employee at no cost. Coverage is one times the annual salary rounded up to the next thousand with double indemnity for accidental death. Life insurance policies go into effect on the first of the month following the date of hire.
SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE INSURANCE You may choose to elect dependent life insurance for your spouse and/or eligible dependents. Employees pay the full premium cost for dependent life insurance. Coverage will begin the first of the month following the date of hire.
VOLUNTARY WORKSITE BENEFITS City of New Berlin offers supportive voluntary benefit options for Accident Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance. These benefits help pay for unexpected medical costs and other expenses. Each offering is ala carte so you can select the plan that is right for you and your family. Payroll deductions for the Voluntary Supportive benefits are only offered as after-tax deductions, so any benefits received under these plans are tax-free.
WISCONSIN RETIREMENT SYSTEM (WRS) As a full-time employee, you will automatically be enrolled in the Wisconsin Retirement System. This pension is administered by the State of Wisconsin Department of Employee Trust Funds. You will be required to pay the employee's share of contributions to the fund, while City of New Berlin contributes the employer's share. Employees are vested in their portion of contributions immediately and after five years of creditable service for the employer contribution.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION (Section 457 Plan) The City of New Berlin offers access to a 457 Deferred Compensation program that allows you to save and invest for retirement through payroll deduction. This completely employee funded. Participation is voluntary and employees can enroll at any time. Employees may contribute on a pre-tax or Roth basis.
FREE RECPASS City of New Berlin employees are able to receive a complimentary Gym and Track RecPASS! RecPASS is a membership that allows for unlimited visits to any drop-in programs at the New Berlin Activity and Recreation Center. Drop-in programs currently include the walking track, open gym, open pickleball, open volleyball and cardio & strength equipment.
ELECTRONIC DIRECT DEPOSIT Employees will be required to have their paychecks electronically deposited into the financial institution and account of their choice. Participants will receive a statement of earnings each payday as opposed to a payroll check.
WORKER'S COMPENSATION As an employee of City of New Berlin, you are protected under the Worker's Compensation Act, which provides for hospital, medical, surgical care, and income loss payments for work-related injuries and illnesses.
JURY DUTY In the event you are subpoenaed for jury duty you will be eligible for paid leave.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP) City of New Berlin offers access to a free confidential Employee Assistance Program for all employees and members of their household. The program provides a helping hand with such problems as stress, family & relationship concerns, alcohol or drug dependency, workplace conflicts, work life balance, depression and anxiety, parenting concerns, grief or loss, crisis situations, child or elder care resources, and convenience resources. Participants can receive up to six (6) visits in person or telephonically with an EAP Provider per clinical issue per 12 months at no cost. HOLIDAYS If a holiday falls on a Sunday, following Monday is observed as a day off. If a holiday falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is observed as a day off. New Year's DayThanksgiving DayGood FridayDay after ThanksgivingMemorial DayChristmas EveIndependence DayChristmas DayLabor DayNew Year's Eve
VACATION Regular Full-time eligible employees are allocated vacation "up-front" calculated on a fiscal year basis (January 1 - December 31). Employees will earn vacation on the first full month of employment and then on 1/1 of each year thereafter. Vacation will be prorated based on the first day of work for the first year. After one (1) year of employment12 daysAfter three (3) years of employment13 daysAfter five (5) years of employment15 daysAfter seven (7) years of employment17 daysAfter ten (10) years of employment20 daysAfter fourteen (14) years of employment23 daysAfter fifteen (15) years of employment24 daysAfter nineteen (19) years of employment27 daysAfter twenty (20) years of employment29 days
SICK TIME An employee will earn 8 hours of sick time per month assuming they work the majority of the workdays in that month.
FLEX TIME Individual departments may use a flex time work schedule subject to the conditions outlined in the FLSA policy.
COMP TIME Comp time may be accrued per FLSA Policy.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE Employees may attend funerals with pay for the following: Immediate family:
Up to 5 days with pay (includes spouse, child, stepchild, parent, brother, sister, mother-in-law, father-in-law) Close Family:
Up to 3 days with pay (includes grandparent, grandchild, stepbrother/stepsister) Relative:
1 day with pay (includes brother-in-law, sister-in-law, uncle/aunt)
$112,312.96 - $151,622.49 Annually Location :
New Berlin City Hall, WI Job Type:
Full-time Job Number:
202500078 Department:
Finance Department Division:
FINANCE Opening Date:
01/22/2026 Closing Date:
2/20/2026 4:30 PM Central
General Overview of the Position
The purpose of this position is to manage the City's financial health by overseeing financial operations, developing strategic plans, controlling budgets, and managing cash flow. Under the general direction of the Mayor, this position is to provide high-level professional expertise, assistance and advice on all financial areas of responsibility.
This position serves as a key member of the City Leadership Team and is expected to serve in both leadership and management capacities. Examples of Essential Duties
Provides high-level professional expertise, assistance, and advice to the Mayor, City Leadership, and Common Council on all Finance Department areas of responsibility. Prepares the annual City budget under guidelines established by the Mayor and the Common Council. Coordinates and supervises the annual audit by independent accountants and the preparation and completion of the Annual Financial Report of the City. Plans, directs and supervises the preparation and completion of City financial reports and analyzes budget reports as well as other financial reports. Performs and assigns statutory duties of City Treasurer related to collection, receipting, depositing and dispersing of all monies paid to the City; performs cash management analyses and invests City funds; ensures compliance of investment activities with policy requirements and state law; monitors and evaluates investment performance. Directs and assists in the preparation of legally required federal and state reports. Works with outside financial advisors, bond counsel and rating agency to secure financing for the City's capital improvement plan to include water, sewer, and storm water capital needs, refinancing of existing City & TIF related debt. Maintain a system to ensure that all principal and interest payments are made on time. Ensures compliance with all state, federal, IRS rules, and regulation and bond covenants related to post issuance debt compliance and that proper and required debt coverage ratios are maintained. Coordinates the administration of the adopted budget. Directs and approves fund transfers as requested or required. Reviews disbursements of City funds, supervises, and directs the competitive bidding practices of the City. Annually updates TIF District expenditures and revenue records and prepare related reports as required. Member of Finance Committee, and Union Negotiating Committee, Joint Review Board and Community Development Authority. Manages financial software package including adding new users and establishing roles & permissions. Prepares Tax roll, calculate tax rates, import special assessments & charges, create print file. Provides leadership, employee development support and supervision to the Finance Department team. Develop and implement departmental policies and procedures to ensure appropriate financial internal controls are established, compliance with regulating agencies, and effective utilization of physical and financial resources. Performs other duties as may be assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of general laws and administrative policies governing municipal financial practices and procedures including State Statutes and City Code and policies. Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and governmental accounting standards. Knowledge of cash management and various investment practices and techniques. Knowledge and experience in software application implementation and analysis. Knowledge of professional auditing procedures and practices. Knowledge of various financial analytic techniques, including those related to municipal economic development and debt service management. Knowledge of economic forecasting and economic trends. Ability to perform fiscal planning and to advise on the formulation of fiscal policy. Ability to prepare financial reports Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with people at various levels both within and outside the organization. Ability to plan, organize and direct the work of subordinates in the various accounting functions while promoting career development and employee growth. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and deal courteously and tactfully with other governmental agencies and the general public. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration or related field Minimum of eight (8) years of municipal or public finance experience. Five years' upper level management or supervisory experience. CPA, MPA, MBA or CPFO, or any combination of experience, education and training which achieves the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Position Specific Information
Tasks involve extended periods of sedentary work. Times exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Task involves extended period of time at a keyboard. ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
None. This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions. SENSORY REQUIREMENTS
The task requires close visual acuity to perform various activities. The task requires oral communications ability. The task requires sound perception.
FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS 2026 **Please note that these descriptions are general statements, and all benefits will be determined by the applicable plan documents in effect. Benefits are subject to change and may not be enrolled in without meeting qualifying event deadlines and necessary eligibility. HEALTH INSURANCE Employees have the option of enrolling in a High Deductible Health plan offered by the City with a $2,000 single deductible and a $4,000 family deductible. The effective date of coverage is the employee's start date.
Employee Monthly Cost
Single
$141.08
Family
$366.78 HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT The city's health insurance is an HSA plan. The city contributes to the employee's Health Savings Account with a total of $300/year for those on an individual plan and $600/year for those on a family plan.
HERO Program The City offers a voluntary spousal health reimbursement program for employees who are currently enrolled in another group health plan.
DENTAL INSURANCE Employees have the option of enrolling in Delta Dental with employee premiums paid entirely by the City. Employees can choose to purchase coverage for Spouse or Dependents at the listed rates. Dental coverage would be effective the 1st of the month following the date of hire. Employee Monthly Cost
Employee
$0
Employee + 1
$37.84
Family
$100.32 VISION INSURANCE Employees have the option of enrolling in Delta Vision/Eyemed Network with employee premiums paid entirely by the City. Employees can choose to purchase coverage for Spouse or Dependents at the listed rates. Dental coverage would be effective the 1st of the month following the date of hire. Employee Monthly Cost
Employee
$0
Employee + 1
$4.80
Family
$10.54 LIMITED PURPOSE FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS This plan allows you to make pre-tax payroll contributions to use for the reimbursement of qualified out-of-pocket dental and vision expenses. The 2026 contribution limit is $3,400. Coverage begins on the first of the month following the date of hire.
DEPENDENT CARE FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS This plan allows you to make pre-taxed payroll contributions to use for reimbursement of your dependent care expenses. The IRS allows you to contribute up to $7,500 per year from your paycheck for child and/or elder care. Coverage begins on the first of the month following the date of hire.
LIFE INSURANCE Life Insurance is provided to each City employee at no cost. Coverage is one times the annual salary rounded up to the next thousand with double indemnity for accidental death. Life insurance policies go into effect on the first of the month following the date of hire.
SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE INSURANCE You may choose to elect dependent life insurance for your spouse and/or eligible dependents. Employees pay the full premium cost for dependent life insurance. Coverage will begin the first of the month following the date of hire.
VOLUNTARY WORKSITE BENEFITS City of New Berlin offers supportive voluntary benefit options for Accident Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance. These benefits help pay for unexpected medical costs and other expenses. Each offering is ala carte so you can select the plan that is right for you and your family. Payroll deductions for the Voluntary Supportive benefits are only offered as after-tax deductions, so any benefits received under these plans are tax-free.
WISCONSIN RETIREMENT SYSTEM (WRS) As a full-time employee, you will automatically be enrolled in the Wisconsin Retirement System. This pension is administered by the State of Wisconsin Department of Employee Trust Funds. You will be required to pay the employee's share of contributions to the fund, while City of New Berlin contributes the employer's share. Employees are vested in their portion of contributions immediately and after five years of creditable service for the employer contribution.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION (Section 457 Plan) The City of New Berlin offers access to a 457 Deferred Compensation program that allows you to save and invest for retirement through payroll deduction. This completely employee funded. Participation is voluntary and employees can enroll at any time. Employees may contribute on a pre-tax or Roth basis.
FREE RECPASS City of New Berlin employees are able to receive a complimentary Gym and Track RecPASS! RecPASS is a membership that allows for unlimited visits to any drop-in programs at the New Berlin Activity and Recreation Center. Drop-in programs currently include the walking track, open gym, open pickleball, open volleyball and cardio & strength equipment.
ELECTRONIC DIRECT DEPOSIT Employees will be required to have their paychecks electronically deposited into the financial institution and account of their choice. Participants will receive a statement of earnings each payday as opposed to a payroll check.
WORKER'S COMPENSATION As an employee of City of New Berlin, you are protected under the Worker's Compensation Act, which provides for hospital, medical, surgical care, and income loss payments for work-related injuries and illnesses.
JURY DUTY In the event you are subpoenaed for jury duty you will be eligible for paid leave.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP) City of New Berlin offers access to a free confidential Employee Assistance Program for all employees and members of their household. The program provides a helping hand with such problems as stress, family & relationship concerns, alcohol or drug dependency, workplace conflicts, work life balance, depression and anxiety, parenting concerns, grief or loss, crisis situations, child or elder care resources, and convenience resources. Participants can receive up to six (6) visits in person or telephonically with an EAP Provider per clinical issue per 12 months at no cost. HOLIDAYS If a holiday falls on a Sunday, following Monday is observed as a day off. If a holiday falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is observed as a day off. New Year's DayThanksgiving DayGood FridayDay after ThanksgivingMemorial DayChristmas EveIndependence DayChristmas DayLabor DayNew Year's Eve
VACATION Regular Full-time eligible employees are allocated vacation "up-front" calculated on a fiscal year basis (January 1 - December 31). Employees will earn vacation on the first full month of employment and then on 1/1 of each year thereafter. Vacation will be prorated based on the first day of work for the first year. After one (1) year of employment12 daysAfter three (3) years of employment13 daysAfter five (5) years of employment15 daysAfter seven (7) years of employment17 daysAfter ten (10) years of employment20 daysAfter fourteen (14) years of employment23 daysAfter fifteen (15) years of employment24 daysAfter nineteen (19) years of employment27 daysAfter twenty (20) years of employment29 days
SICK TIME An employee will earn 8 hours of sick time per month assuming they work the majority of the workdays in that month.
FLEX TIME Individual departments may use a flex time work schedule subject to the conditions outlined in the FLSA policy.
COMP TIME Comp time may be accrued per FLSA Policy.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE Employees may attend funerals with pay for the following: Immediate family:
Up to 5 days with pay (includes spouse, child, stepchild, parent, brother, sister, mother-in-law, father-in-law) Close Family:
Up to 3 days with pay (includes grandparent, grandchild, stepbrother/stepsister) Relative:
1 day with pay (includes brother-in-law, sister-in-law, uncle/aunt)