Description

GENERAL NATURE OF WORK:  

This position is under supervision and evaluation of the Georgetown Township Superintendent.  This position is responsible for the overall management of the Township’s financial operations, including payroll, accounting (accounts payable/receivable), budgeting, financial reporting, and audit duties.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

An employee in this class may be called upon to do any or all of the following duties.  The examples listed do not include all of the tasks which the employee may be expected to perform but are considered functions of this classification.

        Direct and oversee all Township financial operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and cash management

        Administer all aspects of payroll, including daily monitoring of employees’ timecards, processing payroll bimonthly, processing year end reports and maintaining the payroll system 

        Produce monthly and annual financial reports for the Township Board and leadership

        Coordinate the annual independent audit and ensure timely completion of all required financial filings

        Maintain compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards, and State of Michigan requirements

        Develop, implement, and maintain internal financial controls and policies

        Maintain employee records and reporting, coordinate OSHA reporting

        Process election payroll and compile reimbursement reports for appropriate elections

        Perform related work as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

Reasonable knowledge of office practices and procedures; and commercial arithmetic.
Ability to type on a computer.
Ability to write legibly.
Ability to maintain and keep involved clerical records and prepare accurate reports and tabulations from such records.
Ability to deal with the public tactfully and courteously.
Ability to understand and follow instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain satisfactory working relationships with the public and other employees.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned this classification.  They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by or assigned to personnel so classified.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, or related field
Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in governmental or municipal finance
Demonstrated experience with budgeting, financial reporting, and audits
 PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO), or similar credential
Experience in Michigan local government finance
Familiarity with BS&A or similar municipal financial software
WAGE, HOW TO APPLY AND OTHER INFORMATION:

Salary Range: $90,000 – $100,000.  Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.   

Status: Full-Time, Exempt.

Benefits: Full competitive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, retirement plan and paid time off.  

Duration of Position: This position is at-will and is designated for no specific period of time.  

To apply, complete and submit an application using this link: https://georgetown.seamlessdocs.com/f/EmploymentApp 

Applications and resumes can also be sent to: Georgetown Township, Attn: Justin Stadt, 1515 Baldwin Street, Jenison, MI 49428, or email them to jstadt@georgetown-mi.gov

Georgetown Charter Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer