City of Novi, Michigan · 4 hours ago
Accountant - Budget and Audit
The City of Novi is seeking an experienced and collaborative Accountant to join our Finance Department team. This position plays a critical role in upholding the City's commitment to Team, Commitment, Innovation, and Trust, ensuring that our financial operations support high-quality service to the community.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Prepare and monitor annual budget
Prepare quarterly budget amendments for city council approval
Analyze and interpret the financial audit
Complete interim and fiscal year-end audit schedules
Monitor and report on grants (CDBG, HIDTA, etc.)
Reconcile bank statements in a timely manner
Review and record monthly activity in the General Ledger through general journal entries
Work with department heads to ensure all contracts have proper budgets prior to their approval and prior to the issuance of any purchase agreements
Qualification
Required
Graduation from a recognized college or university with an associate's degree focused in Accounting or Finance (bachelor's preferred)
Minimum of two years' finance experience (municipal preferred)
Possess and exhibit qualities that will enable individual to work alongside a team of dedicated professionals
Benefits
Cafeteria Health Insurance Plan with three different medical plans to choose from (PPO, HMO, HAS). Effective upon date of hire
Dental and Life insurance paid 100% by the City of Novi
401a Defined Contribution retirement plan with 10% employer contribution
Retiree Health Savings Account with a $100/month employer contribution
Generous time off benefits upon hire
14 paid holidays
Optional Roth IRA, 457, Roth 457, and 529 savings plans
Tuition Reimbursement and Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
Wellness Reimbursement Program – including gym membership reimbursement and mental health app reimbursement; 24/7 access to on-site fitness facility
Employee Wellness & Engagement program. Past events have included mental health awareness seminars, Cooking Well series, flu shot clinics, and heart & vascular screenings
Company
City of Novi, Michigan
The City of Novi is a full-service municipal government in southeast Michigan, Oakland County providing high-quality public safety, parks and recreation, public works and infrastructure, and economic development services to businesses, visitors, and more than 65,000 residents.