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Top employerMarriott International
Top cityIrvine, CA
Work type66% On-site
Top industryEducation
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Assistant Finance Director
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Rock County, WI
Assistant Finance Director
Janesville, Wisconsin
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Assistant Director of Business and Finance
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University of Tennessee
Assistant Director of Business and Finance
Knoxville, Tennessee
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Interim Assistant Finance Director (Financial Operations/Project Manager)
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City of Camas
Interim Assistant Finance Director (Financial Operations/Project Manager)
Camas, Washington
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Lakeside Motors Inc
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Assistant Director of Finance & Operations
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Berlin Board of Education
Assistant Director of Finance & Operations
Berlin, Connecticut
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Assistant Finance Director
Rock County, WI·Janesville, Wisconsin
Job functions:
$51.52 - $56.11/hr
Bachelor's degree in finance
1,001-5,000 employees
Job Description
Position Summary and Job Duties
This recruitment will close on Monday, September 7th, 2026
Applications will be screened the week of September 14th, 2026
Interviews will be held the week of September 28th, 2026
Highly professional accounting position that assists in planning, organizing, and directing the various functions of the Financial Services Department. This position will play a key role in the County's reporting requirements and in the development of the County's annual budget, development of the County's capital improvement plan, leading the annual financial statement audit process, and directly overseeing divisions under Financial Services (ex. Accounting, Payroll, Public Works. etc.). Responsible for the implementation and maintenance of accounting standards throughout all County offices. Maintain the County' general ledger, act as system's administrator for the County's accounting software and to produce and/or develop reports as needed. This position must understand internal controls and implement processes to maintain separation of duties.
50% Maintain the County's general ledger and acts as systems administrator for accounting software:
- Oversees the maintenance of the County's general ledger by guiding and reviewing the work of the Accounting Division. Deals with more unusual or complex issues as well as researching and implementing new accounting requirements. Maintains the County's chart of accounts.
- Performs significant majority of accounting activities necessary to close the year and record all related material transactions.
- Organizes the preparation for the County's annual audit, including the single audit, and acts as lead. Prepares more complex audit work papers and works closely with other County departments during audit preparation.
- Review new GASB standards and implement the standards for the county.
- Manage and maintain the County's fixed assets. Work with departments who manage and maintain their own fixed asset schedules for accuracy.
- Record new borrowings in the general ledger and update related workpapers.
- Reconcile general ledger accounts that are not assigned to others or require significant knowledge or skill.
- Monitor fund balances and classifications.
- Reviews and posts journal entries.
15% Compile, review and confirm the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal and State Awards (SEFSA)
- Review all federal revenues for consideration of inclusion in the SEFSA.
- Gather and review grant agreements to gather information required for the SEFSA.
- Confirm that federal awards should be included in that year's SEFSA.
- Review and extract information from GEARS and SPARC reports for the SEFSA. Work with departments to confirm information.
- Lead and coordinate the single audit, gathering work papers and supporting documents and answering questions.
5% Act as a liaison to county departments in conjunction with the Finance Director and help train departments in financial duties
- Works with other departments to promote good accounting practices, provide direction and advice, answer questions, and solve problems.
- Reach out to department managers as necessary to perform duties or facilitate county work.
- Review department work flows and train department finance managers and clerks on how to perform their financial activities.
- Direct and train Accounting Division employees in the performance of their duties and department activities.
- Review work and provide feedback of Accounting Division employees.
- Assist the Payroll Supervisor in oversight of the Payroll Division. Act as backup to the Payroll Supervisor as needed. Monitors payroll accounts, investigates and trouble shoots problems as necessary. Works with the Payroll Supervisor, HR, and IT to implement process changes or enhancements.
- Assist the Public Works Accounting Supervisor in oversight of the DPW Accounting Division. Act as backup to the DPW Accounting Supervisor as needed. Monitors DPW accounts, investigates and trouble shoots problems as necessary. Works with the DPW Accounting Supervisor on reports submitted to external parties (WisDOT, Municipalities, etc).
- Conduct performance evaluations, hiring, promotion, and disciplinary actions as necessary.
5% Administer the county budget
- Assist the Finance Director and Administration with the development of the County budget.
- Review the budget to ensure that transactions are recorded as intended, including cost allocations, charge backs, revenue allocation and annual transfers.
- Assist the Finance Director and Administration with the development of the County's Five- Year Capital Improvement Plan.
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In conjunction with the Finance Director, assist departments with administration of the County budget and associated problem resolution.
Success Factors (KSA's)
- High level of discretion with decisions restricted only by Departmental and County policies. Little direct guidance from supervisor. Important goals would not be achieved and the financial, employee, or public relations posture of the County would potentially be seriously affected should an erroneous decision be made.
- Considerable knowledge of accounting principles/procedures and of their application to a variety of transactions and problems.
- Considerable knowledge of governmental accounting and public administration, including GASB pronouncements and GAAP procedures.
- Working knowledge of state and federal statutes related to governmental accounting/reporting.
- Considerable knowledge of payroll processing, procedures, and employer tax law as it relates to payroll administration.
- Knowledge of policies and procedures of the Wisconsin Retirement System and Social Security Administration as it relates to payroll administration.
- Considerable knowledge of computer software packages, including but not limited to excel, word, etc.
- Ability to apply accounting principles to the maintenance of voluminous financial and accounting transactions.
- Ability to manage projects and prioritize tasks.
- Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and detail while working under time constraints. Ability to work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
- Ability to analyze and interpret policy and procedural questions.
- Ability to research and resolve financial questions.
- Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external contacts which require skill in dealing with and influencing others, as well as initiating changes in policy/procedure to address the issue so to avoid having to deal with the issue again in the future.
- Ability to effectively resolve conflict with tact and diplomacy.
- Ability to supervise, train, and direct staff.
- Ability to express ideas clearly, orally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse populations at all levels of the organization, outside vendors/client representatives/peers and the public, and ability to relate effectively with people of varied backgrounds using tact, diplomacy, and courtesy.
- Ability to work autonomously, in team/collaborative environments, and cross-functionally with other departments.
- Ability to think strategically, commit to continuous process improvement, and work collaboratively within the organization.
- Skilled in listening, critical tining, problem analysis, and problem solving.
- Skilled in monitoring one's own work to ensure quality, accuray, and thoroughness. Sound judgement in recognizing scope of authority.
Job Requirements, Education, Training & Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Three to five years accounting experience preferably in governmental accounting
- Supervision experience
Essential Job Functions (physical elements, equipment and working conditions)
Physical elements:
- Ability to sit, stand, walk for long periods of time
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally
Equipment use:
- Ability to use a computer and computer keyboard
- Familiar with the use of other types of office equipment such as printer, fax machine, copy machine, etc
Working conditions:
- Almost all indoor work
Rock County, WI
Assistant Finance Director
Janesville, Wisconsin
Added 1d ago1,001-5,000 employees
Job functions:
$51.52 - $56.11/hr
Bachelor's degree in finance
Job Description
Position Summary and Job Duties
This recruitment will close on Monday, September 7th, 2026
Applications will be screened the week of September 14th, 2026
Interviews will be held the week of September 28th, 2026
Highly professional accounting position that assists in planning, organizing, and directing the various functions of the Financial Services Department. This position will play a key role in the County's reporting requirements and in the development of the County's annual budget, development of the County's capital improvement plan, leading the annual financial statement audit process, and directly overseeing divisions under Financial Services (ex. Accounting, Payroll, Public Works. etc.). Responsible for the implementation and maintenance of accounting standards throughout all County offices. Maintain the County' general ledger, act as system's administrator for the County's accounting software and to produce and/or develop reports as needed. This position must understand internal controls and implement processes to maintain separation of duties.
50% Maintain the County's general ledger and acts as systems administrator for accounting software:
- Oversees the maintenance of the County's general ledger by guiding and reviewing the work of the Accounting Division. Deals with more unusual or complex issues as well as researching and implementing new accounting requirements. Maintains the County's chart of accounts.
- Performs significant majority of accounting activities necessary to close the year and record all related material transactions.
- Organizes the preparation for the County's annual audit, including the single audit, and acts as lead. Prepares more complex audit work papers and works closely with other County departments during audit preparation.
- Review new GASB standards and implement the standards for the county.
- Manage and maintain the County's fixed assets. Work with departments who manage and maintain their own fixed asset schedules for accuracy.
- Record new borrowings in the general ledger and update related workpapers.
- Reconcile general ledger accounts that are not assigned to others or require significant knowledge or skill.
- Monitor fund balances and classifications.
- Reviews and posts journal entries.
15% Compile, review and confirm the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal and State Awards (SEFSA)
- Review all federal revenues for consideration of inclusion in the SEFSA.
- Gather and review grant agreements to gather information required for the SEFSA.
- Confirm that federal awards should be included in that year's SEFSA.
- Review and extract information from GEARS and SPARC reports for the SEFSA. Work with departments to confirm information.
- Lead and coordinate the single audit, gathering work papers and supporting documents and answering questions.
5% Act as a liaison to county departments in conjunction with the Finance Director and help train departments in financial duties
- Works with other departments to promote good accounting practices, provide direction and advice, answer questions, and solve problems.
- Reach out to department managers as necessary to perform duties or facilitate county work.
- Review department work flows and train department finance managers and clerks on how to perform their financial activities.
- Direct and train Accounting Division employees in the performance of their duties and department activities.
- Review work and provide feedback of Accounting Division employees.
- Assist the Payroll Supervisor in oversight of the Payroll Division. Act as backup to the Payroll Supervisor as needed. Monitors payroll accounts, investigates and trouble shoots problems as necessary. Works with the Payroll Supervisor, HR, and IT to implement process changes or enhancements.
- Assist the Public Works Accounting Supervisor in oversight of the DPW Accounting Division. Act as backup to the DPW Accounting Supervisor as needed. Monitors DPW accounts, investigates and trouble shoots problems as necessary. Works with the DPW Accounting Supervisor on reports submitted to external parties (WisDOT, Municipalities, etc).
- Conduct performance evaluations, hiring, promotion, and disciplinary actions as necessary.
5% Administer the county budget
- Assist the Finance Director and Administration with the development of the County budget.
- Review the budget to ensure that transactions are recorded as intended, including cost allocations, charge backs, revenue allocation and annual transfers.
- Assist the Finance Director and Administration with the development of the County's Five- Year Capital Improvement Plan.
-
In conjunction with the Finance Director, assist departments with administration of the County budget and associated problem resolution.
Success Factors (KSA's)
- High level of discretion with decisions restricted only by Departmental and County policies. Little direct guidance from supervisor. Important goals would not be achieved and the financial, employee, or public relations posture of the County would potentially be seriously affected should an erroneous decision be made.
- Considerable knowledge of accounting principles/procedures and of their application to a variety of transactions and problems.
- Considerable knowledge of governmental accounting and public administration, including GASB pronouncements and GAAP procedures.
- Working knowledge of state and federal statutes related to governmental accounting/reporting.
- Considerable knowledge of payroll processing, procedures, and employer tax law as it relates to payroll administration.
- Knowledge of policies and procedures of the Wisconsin Retirement System and Social Security Administration as it relates to payroll administration.
- Considerable knowledge of computer software packages, including but not limited to excel, word, etc.
- Ability to apply accounting principles to the maintenance of voluminous financial and accounting transactions.
- Ability to manage projects and prioritize tasks.
- Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and detail while working under time constraints. Ability to work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
- Ability to analyze and interpret policy and procedural questions.
- Ability to research and resolve financial questions.
- Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external contacts which require skill in dealing with and influencing others, as well as initiating changes in policy/procedure to address the issue so to avoid having to deal with the issue again in the future.
- Ability to effectively resolve conflict with tact and diplomacy.
- Ability to supervise, train, and direct staff.
- Ability to express ideas clearly, orally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse populations at all levels of the organization, outside vendors/client representatives/peers and the public, and ability to relate effectively with people of varied backgrounds using tact, diplomacy, and courtesy.
- Ability to work autonomously, in team/collaborative environments, and cross-functionally with other departments.
- Ability to think strategically, commit to continuous process improvement, and work collaboratively within the organization.
- Skilled in listening, critical tining, problem analysis, and problem solving.
- Skilled in monitoring one's own work to ensure quality, accuray, and thoroughness. Sound judgement in recognizing scope of authority.
Job Requirements, Education, Training & Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Three to five years accounting experience preferably in governmental accounting
- Supervision experience
Essential Job Functions (physical elements, equipment and working conditions)
Physical elements:
- Ability to sit, stand, walk for long periods of time
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally
Equipment use:
- Ability to use a computer and computer keyboard
- Familiar with the use of other types of office equipment such as printer, fax machine, copy machine, etc
Working conditions:
- Almost all indoor work
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Who's Hiring
- Marriott International18
- Blackstone6
- icapital4
- Highgate3
- Omni Hotels3
Top Industries Hiring
- Education13
- Hospitality & Tourism9
- Government & Public Sector4
- Investment & Asset Management4
- Retail2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in finance assistant jobs.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel including formulas, pivot tables, and data entry
- Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite
- Associate or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related business field
- Familiarity with accounts payable, accounts receivable, or general ledger processes
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in high-volume data and transaction environments
- Basic knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, and month-end close procedures
Tips for Your Finance Assistant Job Search
Quantify your reconciliation and reporting work
Finance assistant resumes that list specific tools and cycle frequencies, such as monthly bank reconciliations in QuickBooks or weekly expense reporting in Excel, move faster through screening than resumes that list only duties. Replace task descriptions with outcome-oriented statements wherever you can.
Target postings by software stack
Many finance assistant postings specify ERP systems like SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite rather than just Excel. Filter your search by those terms when you know the system. Matching the exact software name in your resume raises your score in applicant tracking systems automatically.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists finance assistant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing. Applying within the first few days of a posting going live increases your chances of landing an interview.
Highlight accounts payable or receivable focus separately
Finance assistant is a broad title and hiring managers often care most about AP or AR depth. If your experience skews one way, lead with that in your summary line. Generalist phrasing buries the specialization they are actually screening for.
Prepare for a practical Excel or data task
A majority of finance assistant interviews include a short skills test covering formulas, pivot tables, or basic financial modeling. Practice building a simple budget variance report from scratch so the format is automatic. Timed assessments are common, so speed matters as much as accuracy.
Follow up with a brief, specific thank-you note
After your interview, send a note within 24 hours that references one specific topic from the conversation, such as a reconciliation process or reporting cadence you discussed. Generic thank-you messages are common. A detail-specific one signals the attention to accuracy that finance roles require.
Finance Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most finance assistants?
Marriott International, Blackstone, and icapital are hiring the most finance assistants right now, with openings concentrated in California, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand is highest in sectors with high transaction volume, including healthcare, government, and financial services.
How many finance assistant jobs are remote?
About 34% of finance assistant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with remote work more common in accounts payable processing, expense reporting, and data entry roles than in positions requiring in-person access to physical documents, petty cash, or on-site accounting systems.
How do you become a finance assistant?
Most finance assistant roles require at minimum an associate degree in accounting, finance, or business, combined with demonstrated experience in data entry, bookkeeping, or clerical accounting work. You build the core skills through coursework in financial accounting and software like QuickBooks or Excel, then apply to entry-level positions in AP, AR, or general office accounting to gain practical experience and advance from there.
Can you get a finance assistant job with little or no experience?
Yes, many finance assistant postings are explicitly entry-level and list a degree or coursework as the primary requirement rather than prior job history. Candidates with internships, bookkeeping volunteer work, or even personal finance coursework can compete. Demonstrating accuracy with numbers, comfort in Excel, and familiarity with basic accounting concepts often matters more than years on a resume at the junior level.
What does the finance assistant interview process look like?
Most finance assistant interviews involve a phone or video screening with HR, followed by one or two rounds with a finance manager or controller. Many employers include a practical assessment covering Excel, basic journal entries, or a short reconciliation exercise. Expect questions about how you handle data discrepancies, manage deadlines during close periods, and prioritize accuracy under volume pressure.
Where can I find and apply to finance assistant jobs?
You can find and apply to finance assistant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialization, whether that is accounts payable, payroll, or general finance support, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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