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Senior Accountant-Enterprise Funds
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An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).
$74,891 / year median in Michigan
-0% projected decline
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full-timeJob Description:
An employee in this class, under general direction of the Director of Finance or designee, performs professional accounting and financial analysis work specific to the County's Enterprise Funds (e.g., water, sewer, airport, or other business-type activities). This position combines elements of budget development, financial reporting, audit coordination, and accounts receivable oversight, with a strong emphasis on compliance with governmental accounting standards (GASB) applicable to enterprise operations. The Enterprise Fund Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting the annual audit, assisting with the preparation and monitoring of enterprise fund budgets, and producing detailed financial and statistical reports for internal management and external regulatory agencies. The employee works closely with department leadership, auditors, and other stakeholders to ensure fiscal integrity, operational efficiency, and transparency.Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting; OR Bachelor's degree in Finance or Business Administration with substantial coursework in accounting, including financial and governmental accounting; AND A minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible professional experience in accounting, finance, or auditing, preferably within a governmental or public-sector environment, including substantial use of computerized financial systems and spreadsheet applications. Preferred but not required Coursework or advanced training in governmental or public-sector accounting; Experience with enterprise fund operations in a governmental environment (e.g., utilities, airport, or other business-type activities); Experience preparing or supporting annual financial statements and working directly with external auditors; Professional certification such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or progress toward certification.