Manager Fiscal Services Actuals & Audits

Location: Waterford, Michigan, United States

Overview & Benefits

Oakland County is more than just a workplace. It is a place where you can make a real difference. As one of Michigan’s leading public service organizations, we are committed to strengthening communities, delivering essential services, and improving the quality of life for nearly 1.3 million residents.

When you join our team, you become part of a mission-driven workforce guided by integrity, innovation, and a passion for public service. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to do meaningful work that matters. Apply today and help shape the future of Oakland County, where we are All Ways Moving Forward.

For more information about Oakland County benefits and employee perks, please visit:

https://www.oakgov.com/government/human-resources/benefits/new-hire

General Summary

$116,644-$156,280

This position is hybrid.

Are you a strategic financial leader with a passion for fiscal accountability, innovation, and driving organizational success? Oakland County is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking professional to provide leadership and oversight of County financial operations, accounting practices, and fiscal policies. In this role, you'll play a key part in ensuring financial integrity, strengthening internal controls, and guiding fiscal strategies that support responsible management of public resources. Working closely with County leadership, you'll help shape financial practices, improve operational efficiencies, and support informed decision-making across the organization.

What You'll Do

• Lead the development, implementation, and oversight of County fiscal policies, procedures, and regulations related to actuals and audits.
• Ensure County financial operations comply with applicable laws, regulations, and established accounting standards.
• Provide strategic financial guidance and recommendations to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and department directors.
• Oversee the preparation and completion of the County's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).
• Analyze financial data, monitor fiscal operations, and identify opportunities to strengthen financial performance and accountability.
• Direct the development, maintenance, and improvement of accounting systems and financial technology.
• Evaluate existing fiscal policies, internal controls, and procedures to recommend improvements that enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaborate with County leadership and departments to support sound financial management and organizational goals.

Why You'll Love It

• Make a Lasting Impact: Help shape financial policies and practices that support essential services throughout Oakland County.
• Lead with Purpose: Play a critical leadership role in maintaining financial integrity, transparency, and accountability.
• Influence Strategic Decisions: Work directly with executive leadership to provide financial insights that guide County operations.
• Drive Innovation: Lead improvements to financial systems, processes, and internal controls that enhance organizational efficiency.

Minimum Qualifications

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, Economics, or closely related field of study.

Have had six (6) years of full-time professional work experience in budget management, accounting, economic forecasting and/or financial analysis, or related area, including two (2) years in a supervisory or leadership role.