Accounting Assistant - Budget

Road Commission for Oakland County•Southfield Township, MI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides support for road and signal project cost documents, budget transfers, and various accounting functions. The role involves updating project spreadsheets, assembling budget books, creating billing backup, and managing vendor invoices. The Accounting Assistant will also assist with accounts receivable/payable, provide reception relief, and perform other assigned duties. A professional and courteous demeanor is expected to maintain a positive image for the Road Commission for Oakland County. Regular and predictable onsite attendance and adherence to RCOC hours of operation are essential.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent with specialized training in basic accounting procedures and clerical skills is required.
A minimum of one (1) year of accounting and clerical experience is required.
High level of Microsoft Word, Excel, and computer application experience and knowledge is required.
Must possess and maintain a valid State of Michigan Driver’s license.
Must be legally eligible to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Three (3) years of accounting and clerical experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide all road and signal project cost documents to billing accountants and update project excel sheets.
Complete department budget appropriation transfers and assist with Road Project transfers.
Update and assemble budget books, budget forms, and wage spreadsheets.
Create monthly MDOT construction billing backup for project accountants.
Open road and signal project work orders in ledger.
Update road and signal excel subledger of revenue entries and balance sheet ledger entries.
Update the construction contract status report monthly for year-end audit.
Distribute payables check register weekly.
File all vendor invoices.
Assist with other accounting assistant functions, such as accounts receivable / payables as needed.
Provide reception desk relief and performs various other functions as assigned.
Must perform duties in a professional and courteous manner to promote a positive image of the Road Commission for Oakland County.
Regular and predictable onsite job attendance is an essential function of this position.
Requires a daily schedule that supports RCOC hours of operation.