Finance Manager Jobs in Wisconsin

Finance Manager jobs in Wisconsin are concentrated in Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay, where employers like Northwestern Mutual, American Family Insurance, and Kohler Co. consistently hire for roles in corporate finance, financial planning and analysis, and treasury management. Demand reaches from senior contributors overseeing reporting functions to directors leading full finance teams. The market is particularly active in insurance, manufacturing, and healthcare finance, reflecting Wisconsin's anchor industries. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles53
Top employerVan Horn Automotive
Top cityMilwaukee, WI
Cities hiring26
Work type65% Hybrid
Top industryManufacturing

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Finance & Insurance (F&I) Manager
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Finance & Insurance (F&I) Manager
Midwest Motor Sports
Kieler, Wisconsin
Accounting
Business Operations
$60k - $90k/yr
On-Site
11-50

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Automotive Finance Manager- Float
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Automotive Finance Manager- Float
Johnson Motors Automotive Group
New Richmond, Wisconsin
Accounting
Business Operations
$100k - $160k/yr
51-200

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Project Manager (Finance Focus)
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Project Manager (Finance Focus)
University of Wisconsin–Madison
Madison, Wisconsin
Business Operations
Data Analytics
Project Management
$115k - $140k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in business administration
10,000+

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Finance Manager
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Finance Manager
Boucher Automotive Group
Kenosha, Wisconsin
Business Operations
Customer Service
Project Management

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Automotive Finance Manager
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Automotive Finance Manager
Van Horn Automotive Group
Plymouth, Wisconsin
Accounting
Business Operations
High school diploma or GED
501-1,000

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Finance Manager Jobs by City in Wisconsin

Where Wisconsin roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Milwaukee
13 jobs
Madison
4 jobs
Glendale
3 jobs
Germantown
3 jobs
Kenosha
2 jobs
Menasha
2 jobs
Green Bay
2 jobs
Sheboygan
2 jobs
Janesville
2 jobs

Finance Manager Job Market in Wisconsin

A snapshot from current Wisconsin openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Van Horn Automotive4 open roles
Boucher Automotive3 open roles
Associated Bank2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing
  • Accounting & Auditing

What Wisconsin Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in finance manager jobs across Wisconsin.

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a closely related field required
  • CPA or CFA designation strongly preferred by Wisconsin employers in regulated industries
  • Five or more years of progressive financial analysis or accounting experience
  • Proficiency in financial modeling, budgeting, and multi-year forecasting
  • Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls relevant to Wisconsin reporting standards

Finance Manager Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a finance manager in Wisconsin?

Most finance manager roles in Wisconsin require a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or business administration as the foundation. While Wisconsin does not issue a state license specific to finance managers, employers in regulated sectors such as insurance and banking expect a CPA or CFA credential. Earning one of those designations through the Wisconsin Institute of CPAs pathway, combined with several years of progressive experience in financial analysis or accounting, is the most direct route to a finance manager role in the state.

Which companies hire finance managers in Wisconsin?

Wisconsin finance manager roles are posted by Van Horn Automotive, Boucher Automotive, and Associated Bank and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Wisconsin's concentration of insurance carriers, large manufacturers, and regional healthcare systems means finance manager demand is spread across multiple stable industry sectors rather than concentrated in a single employer type.

Which Wisconsin cities have the most finance manager jobs?

Milwaukee, Madison, and Glendale account for the largest share of finance manager openings in Wisconsin. Milwaukee leads because it is home to major insurance and financial services headquarters, while Madison draws demand from state government, the University of Wisconsin system, and a growing technology sector, and Green Bay reflects the region's strong manufacturing and food-industry employer base.

Are there remote finance manager jobs in Wisconsin?

Yes, and more than many other professional roles, since finance management centers on analysis, reporting, and team oversight that translate well to remote work. About 71% of finance manager openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, giving candidates outside Milwaukee or Madison real options. Financial planning and analysis positions and corporate reporting roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while roles requiring on-site treasury operations or plant-level cost management are more likely to be in-person.

How can I get hired as a finance manager in Wisconsin with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving into a finance manager role from a senior financial analyst or accounting position within the same Wisconsin organization. Large employers such as Northwestern Mutual, Advocate Aurora Health, and Oshkosh Corporation run structured rotational and development programs that build analysts toward management. Pursuing the CPA through the Wisconsin Institute of CPAs while in an analyst role signals readiness for management responsibility and is the credential Wisconsin employers most consistently reward with promotion into finance manager positions.

Where can I find and apply to finance manager jobs in Wisconsin?

You can find and apply to finance manager jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the listings, find the roles that match your experience and target industry, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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