Public Sector Chief Financial Officer

Oakland County, Michigan Government; Waterford Charter Township (MI); Hybrid; USD 103,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakland County, Michigan Government seeks a seasoned financial leader to oversee accounting, budgeting, and fiscal operations. You will guide teams, strengthen controls, and support informed decision-making for departments serving the community.

Your role includes preparing the county’s annual financial reports, developing budget recommendations, and ensuring compliance across fiscal processes in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Public Administration, Business Administration, Accounting, Economics, Political Science, or related field.
• Five years of full-time work experience in financial analysis, budgeting, accounting, or related area, including two years supervisory.
• Master's degree may substitute for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Interpret governmental accounting policies and implement divisional fiscal procedures.
• Supervise staff responsible for financial reporting, budgeting, and fiscal management.
• Prepare financial reports including the county's annual comprehensive financial report.
• Develop budget recommendations and assist departments with budget preparation and administration.
• Maintain fiscal controls to ensure accuracy, accountability, and compliance.
• Provide financial expertise to County leadership and departmental admins.
• Leverage financial software to improve efficiency and streamline operations.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Supervisory experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Accounting, Economics, Political Science, or related field

Master's degree may substitute for one year of experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

AI

Job description

Oakland County, Michigan Government seeks a seasoned financial leader to oversee accounting, budgeting, and fiscal operations. You will guide teams, strengthen controls, and support informed decision-making for departments serving the community.

Your role includes preparing the county’s annual financial reports, developing budget recommendations, and ensuring compliance across fiscal processes in a hybrid work environment.