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Finance roles in investment banking, asset management, and corporate finance regularly sponsor OPT students, particularly those with quantitative or accounting backgrounds. Most employers expect STEM OPT students to file for the 24-month extension before their initial 12 months expire, so timing your job search early matters.
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Assistant Finance Director/City Treasurer role in Evansville, WI. For immediate consideration please call Jon Wright at 608-338-1052! Robert Half is looking for a dedicated Assistant Finance Director/City Treasurer to help oversee financial operations for the city, including its utilities. This role requires strong expertise in accounting with a preference for public experience, compliance with Wisconsin state laws, and the ability to manage complex accounting and reporting tasks. The ideal candidate will bring initiative, sound judgment, and a deep understanding of public sector financial practices.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage and oversee the city's financial operations, including accounting and reporting for government activities and public utilities.
- Prepare and review financial reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Conduct month-end closing procedures, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
- Maintain the general ledger and ensure proper documentation of financial transactions.
- Develop and monitor the city’s budget and forecasting processes to support financial planning.
- Ensure compliance with Wisconsin state laws and municipal policies related to finance.
- Provide financial insights and recommendations to support decision-making by city leadership.
- Supervise and collaborate with accounting staff to ensure efficient operations.
- Address and resolve discrepancies in financial records and reporting.
- Support audits and ensure readiness for financial reviews.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, or related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting or finance, preferably within the public sector.
- Proficiency in month-end close, general ledger management, and account reconciliation.
- Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Familiarity with Wisconsin state laws governing municipal finance.
- Experience with journal entries and maintaining accurate financial records.
- Background in public accounting is highly desirable.
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and initiative in a government setting.
Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.
All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.
© 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.
INTRODUCTION
Assistant Finance Director/City Treasurer role in Evansville, WI. For immediate consideration please call Jon Wright at 608-338-1052! Robert Half is looking for a dedicated Assistant Finance Director/City Treasurer to help oversee financial operations for the city, including its utilities. This role requires strong expertise in accounting with a preference for public experience, compliance with Wisconsin state laws, and the ability to manage complex accounting and reporting tasks. The ideal candidate will bring initiative, sound judgment, and a deep understanding of public sector financial practices.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage and oversee the city's financial operations, including accounting and reporting for government activities and public utilities.
- Prepare and review financial reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Conduct month-end closing procedures, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
- Maintain the general ledger and ensure proper documentation of financial transactions.
- Develop and monitor the city’s budget and forecasting processes to support financial planning.
- Ensure compliance with Wisconsin state laws and municipal policies related to finance.
- Provide financial insights and recommendations to support decision-making by city leadership.
- Supervise and collaborate with accounting staff to ensure efficient operations.
- Address and resolve discrepancies in financial records and reporting.
- Support audits and ensure readiness for financial reviews.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, or related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting or finance, preferably within the public sector.
- Proficiency in month-end close, general ledger management, and account reconciliation.
- Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Familiarity with Wisconsin state laws governing municipal finance.
- Experience with journal entries and maintaining accurate financial records.
- Background in public accounting is highly desirable.
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and initiative in a government setting.
Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.
All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.
© 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Finance
Target firms with established OPT hiring pipelines
Large banks, asset managers, and financial services firms hire OPT students regularly and have HR processes built around work authorization. Smaller boutiques may be open to sponsorship but require more education during the offer stage.
Clarify your STEM OPT eligibility upfront
Finance degrees from AACSB-accredited programs often qualify as STEM under CIP code 52.0801. Confirm with your DSO before interviewing so you can accurately tell employers you're eligible for the 24-month STEM extension.
Pursue CFA or CPA credentials to strengthen your sponsorship case
Finance employers weigh long-term investment when deciding to sponsor. Candidates progressing through the CFA or CPA exams demonstrate commitment to the field, which makes the cost and effort of future H-1B sponsorship easier to justify internally.
Apply to rotational and analyst programs, not just open requisitions
Structured analyst and rotational programs at major financial institutions are designed for recent graduates and often have compliance teams already familiar with OPT and H-1B processes, making sponsorship conversations significantly smoother.
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Can F-1 OPT students work in finance roles in the United States?
Yes. F-1 students with an active EAD card can work in finance roles including investment banking, financial analysis, corporate finance, and asset management. Your employment must be directly related to your field of study. Finance and accounting degrees satisfy this requirement for most finance job titles, though your DSO can confirm eligibility for your specific situation.
Do finance employers commonly sponsor OPT students?
Many do, particularly large financial institutions, asset managers, and publicly traded corporations with established HR and legal teams. Firms that hire through structured analyst programs are especially familiar with OPT work authorization. You can browse finance roles from OPT-friendly employers on Migrate Mate, which filters for companies actively hiring international students.
Is a finance degree eligible for the STEM OPT 24-month extension?
It depends on your specific program's CIP code. Quantitative finance, financial mathematics, and financial engineering programs frequently qualify as STEM. General finance and business administration degrees may not. Check with your DSO and review your program's CIP code against the DHS STEM designated degree list before assuming you qualify for the extension.
What happens to my OPT authorization if I lose my finance job?
You have a 90-day unemployment buffer during your initial OPT period. STEM OPT extension holders get an additional 60 days, for a total of 150 days across the full OPT period. You must report any unemployment to your DSO through your SEVP portal. Exceeding the limit puts your F-1 status at risk, so re-entering the job search quickly is important.
Can I work as a contractor or consultant on OPT in finance?
Yes, but with conditions. OPT allows contract and consulting work as long as the work is directly related to your degree field and you are actively engaged in work that qualifies, not just on a roster. Self-employment is also permitted on OPT. STEM OPT extension holders must have a formal training plan in place with a qualifying employer, which limits pure independent contracting arrangements.
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