Finance & Payroll Specialist

Application deadline: September 18, 2026. First review of applications will occur on this date; applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

About the role

The Iowa County Finance Department is seeking a full-time (40 hrs./wk.) Finance and Payroll Specialist with a strong emphasis on accounting tasks.

Responsibilities

• Payroll processing
• Accounts receivable
• Accounts payable
• Other related accounting duties

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Pay

$26.16/hr. – $29.90/hr.

Benefits

A generous, comprehensive benefit package is provided.

Requirements

• Two-year degree in accounting or business accounting–related field (four-year degree preferred)
• Four years of office experience including bookkeeping, accounting, and personal computer operation tasks
• Equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities may substitute for the above

Qualifications

• Highly organized and strongly self-motivated
• Able to work with minimal supervision
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Familiar with a wide variety of computer software and office equipment, including 10-key