Finance Operations Specialist: Budget & Audit Support

Grand Blanc Township; Grand Blanc (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Blanc Township is seeking an Assistant Finance Director to support and oversee fiscal operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, revenues, utility billing, and procurement. The role involves budget development support, year-end processes, and collaboration with auditors.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree in accounting with at least five years of accounting experience, strong GAAP knowledge, and meticulous analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field.
• Five years of accounting experience.
• Proficiency in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Ability to analyze budgets and interpret financial records.
• Ability to work under time constraints and deadlines.
• Confidentiality and integrity.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Independent judgment and problem-solving in a self-directed manner.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain financial records including cash/investments, AR, reconciliations, and data for department heads.
• Oversee procurement processes and ensure compliant purchasing.
• Assist with annual budget development and monitor budget-to-actual variances.
• Monitor general ledger, review journal entries, and maintain ledger accuracy.
• Oversee fixed assets program and prepare audit schedules.
• Assist Finance Director with annual audits and provide data to external auditors.
• Provide mentoring to Finance Department staff and back up other positions as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

GAAP proficiency

Budget analysis

Attention to detail

Time management

Confidentiality

Independent judgment

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Excel

Windows

Job description

Grand Blanc Township is seeking an Assistant Finance Director to support and oversee fiscal operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, revenues, utility billing, and procurement. The role involves budget development support, year-end processes, and collaboration with auditors.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree in accounting with at least five years of accounting experience, strong GAAP knowledge, and meticulous analytical skills.