Accountant III

Oakland County•Waterford, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Oakland County is seeking a skilled and analytical Accountant III to oversee complex accounting functions that support the County’s financial integrity and operational success. In this role, you'll maintain and analyze financial records, provide technical accounting expertise, support audits and regulatory compliance, and help improve accounting systems and processes across the organization. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone who enjoys combining financial analysis, problem-solving, and process improvement while contributing to meaningful public service.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a closely related field of study.
Three (3) years of full-time professional accounting work experience.
Considerable knowledge of governmental fund and general accounting principles and procedures.
Considerable ability in the analysis of accounting systems and in the devising and installing of accounting systems, methods, and techniques.
Considerable knowledge of laws and regulations relating to governmental accounting procedures.
Considerable ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with County officials, administrators, employees, and the public.
Considerable knowledge of the organization and administration of County government and the functions of respective County departments.
Reasonable ability to plan and direct the work of lower-level accountants and clerical staff and, in conjunction with others, evaluate that staff.
Reasonable ability to utilize current word processing, spreadsheet, database, e-mail, and Internet software.
Knowledge of computer operations and ability to use database software.
Ability to present ideas effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to communicate to accurately convey information.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the areas of governmental accounting, grant administration, and financial analysis.
Master's degree in one of the degree areas listed above may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience.

Responsibilities

Oversee complex accounting functions, financial records, and subsidiary ledgers for departmental and Countywide accounts such as the Childcare Fund.
Prepare financial statements, budget reports, cost analyses, and other statistical reports to support leadership decision-making.
Provide technical expertise and guidance on complex accounting issues and unusual financial transactions.
Coordinate and support special audits while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and County financial regulations.
Analyze accounting systems and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.
Assist with the design and implementation of revised accounting systems and financial reporting processes.
Monitor the accuracy and integrity of financial data and accounting applications.
Utilize County financial systems and software to support daily accounting operations.
Functions as a working supervisor over a group of professional and clerical employees. Instructs, assigns, checks, and appraises performance. Participates in decisions regarding hiring, firing, promotions and discipline. May regularly perform same duties as professional employees supervised.
Maintains or supervises the maintenance of a complete set of accounting books including journals, general ledgers, and subsidiary financial records for the larger operating departments or for the entire County.
Classifies records of financial transactions and ensures that posting is made to the appropriate general or subsidiary account. May also ensure entries are input correctly to a computer system when applicable.
Analyzes accounting systems and participates in the design and implementation of new revised accounting systems to improve the operational efficiency and accuracy of assigned accounting areas. May design or revise computerized accounting systems when applicable.
Prepares various financial, statistical, or special reports on a regular basis or as requested by supervision. May include budget statements and projections, payroll calculating, reports used for cost analysis, bond ratings, retirement fund investments, reports required by federal and state agencies, County liability status reports, etc.
Conducts internal audits on departmental records such as receipts and bills and verifies balances and charges to proper funds to ensure conformance with established policies and proper accounting practices. May participate in outside auditing agency selection when applicable.
Provides technical expertise to representatives of operating departments in accounting procedures and federal regulations to be employed in the maintenance of records.
Supervises the monthly reconciliation of bank accounts ensuring that internal accounting records correspond with bank statements. May reconcile annual project accounts with general ledgers when applicable.
Utilizes current Countywide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.