Division Director - Financial Reporting

Wayne County Government•Detroit, MI

1d•$129,477 - $206,754

About The Position

The Division Director – Financial Reporting is a leadership position within Wayne County’s Department of Management and Budget. The role oversees the County’s Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, General Ledger, and Financial Reporting operations, helping ensure accuracy, transparency, and compliance in the County’s fiscal processes. The Director formulates and implements county-wide accounting policies and standards, ensures accounting activities comply with generally accepted accounting standards and ethics, develops effective accounting processes, oversees subsidiary and general ledger accounts, and provides reports on the County’s financial position. The position directs internal and external audit preparation and leads development and submission of Wayne County’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), including financial statements, footnotes, and management discussion and analysis in accordance with GAAP and GASB standards. It coordinates monthly financial close processes and oversees preparation of financial statements, reporting packages, and analyses. The Director oversees the Division’s units, promotes effective internal controls, manages financial modules in the County’s cloud-based ERP system, and leads system and process improvements. The Director develops and enforces County-wide accounting and financial policies; ensures compliance with local, state, and federal fiscal reporting requirements; resolves complex accounting issues; and leads implementation of new GASB pronouncements. The position supervises and develops professional and administrative staff, establishes performance expectations, and fosters continuous improvement, accountability, and collaboration. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.
At least seven years of progressively responsible experience in accounting or financial management, including three years in a supervisory or leadership capacity.
Demonstrated experience overseeing Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and Financial Reporting.
Experience leading preparation of a Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (ACFR) and coordinating with internal and external auditors.
Strong understanding and application of GAAP, GASB, and other public sector accounting standards.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

Direct preparation for internal and external audits to ensure accuracy and compliance with financial regulations.
Lead development and submission of the County’s ACFR, including financial statements, footnotes, and management discussion and analysis in accordance with GAAP and GASB standards.
Plan and coordinate monthly financial close processes.
Oversee timely and accurate preparation of monthly financial statements, reporting packages, and financial analysis.
Oversee the Division’s units and ensure effective internal controls and adherence to County financial policies.
Oversee Accounts Payable to ensure payments and reimbursements are accurate, timely, and compliant with County policy and state and federal rules and regulations.
Ensure Accounts Receivable billing, collection, and revenue reporting are timely, accurate, transparent, and compliant with applicable laws, policies, and ethical standards.
Ensure accurate and timely processing of County employee pay, third-party payments, tax payments, reporting, and audit compliance.
Ensure accurate general ledger records and timely, accurate financial information; manage the Chart of Accounts.
Develop, implement, and enforce County-wide accounting and financial policies.
Ensure compliance with local, Michigan state, and federal fiscal reporting requirements, including 1099s, W-2s, and 941s.
Maintain audit readiness and support responses to regulatory inquiries and audit findings.
Resolve complex accounting issues and lead implementation of new GASB pronouncements.
Ensure compliance with GAAP and other applicable financial standards.
Oversee financial modules within the County’s cloud-based ERP system, including integrations with AP, AR, and financial reporting tools.
Identify and lead system and process improvements that enhance accuracy, efficiency, and control.
Supervise and develop professional and administrative staff; set performance expectations and foster professional growth, continuous improvement, accountability, and collaboration.
Perform other duties as assigned.