Senior Accountant

City of Madison Heights; MI•Madison Heights, MI

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Madison Heights is seeking a detail-oriented accounting professional for its Finance Department. Under the direction of the Deputy Finance Director/Treasurer, the Senior Accountant performs advanced professional accounting work involving the maintenance, analysis, reconciliation, and review of the City’s financial records and systems. The role maintains complete accounts in accordance with established accounting practices, municipal accounting standards, and applicable policies and procedures, and provides technical support to Finance Department leadership and staff. The position requires considerable independence and sound judgment in resolving complex accounting issues while ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of financial information. Supervision may be exercised over part-time clerical staff or as assigned by the Department Head. The Senior Accountant may also provide technical guidance, training, and review of other Finance Department staff’s work. The position primarily works in an office setting, with occasional onsite visits or meetings in varying conditions. The employee must be able to remain stationary for much of the workday, move between the desk area and public counter, frequently move within the office, operate a computer and other office productivity equipment, and communicate clearly and professionally with City officials, staff, and the public. The position has a 37.5-hour workweek and pays $35.70–$40.49 per hour ($69,615–$78,956 annually). The City offers a defined contribution retirement plan, health, dental, and vision insurance, and holiday, vacation, and personal time off.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field from a four-year college or university.
At least three years of progressively responsible professional accounting experience.
Demonstrated experience with complex reconciliations, financial analysis, financial reporting, budgeting, and/or audit support.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and maintain accuracy and confidentiality.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with governmental accounting, municipal financial reporting, or GASB standards.

Responsibilities

Maintain, analyze, and reconcile general ledger, subsidiary, budgetary, and control accounts.
Prepare and review journal entries and perform month-end and year-end closing activities.
Prepare and analyze financial statements and related schedules.
Account for payroll and payroll liabilities; reconcile payroll-related accounts and investigate discrepancies.
Prepare wage and fringe benefit schedules by employee and department for budget use; assist with personnel cost analysis and budget projections.
Maintain and reconcile police and fire pension plan accounts, including investment, contribution, and payment schedules; prepare actuarial-report information and annual participant statements.
Create, maintain, and improve financial and management reports in the City’s accounting and budgeting system; investigate reporting issues and recommend process improvements.
Prepare annual financial statements, audit schedules, supporting documentation, and other required financial reporting materials.
Support the annual audit by developing schedules, responding to auditor requests, researching accounting issues, and ensuring supporting documentation is complete and accurate.
Assist with annual budget preparation, prepare schedules, assist departments, and enter budget adjustments.
Assist with grant accounting and financial reporting, review expenditures for compliance with grant requirements, and reconcile grant activity to the general ledger.
Administer and maintain fixed-asset records, including disposals, transfers, reconciliations, and related journal entries.
Provide technical assistance and support to Finance Department staff and other City departments.
Establish effective working relationships and communicate professionally with elected officials, department heads, supervisors, employees, other governmental agencies, and the public.
Perform related work as required.