The Division Director - Financial Reporting is a key leadership position within Wayne County's Department of Management and Budget, responsible for overseeing the County's Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Payroll, and Financial Reporting operations. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the financial accuracy, transparency, and compliance of Wayne County's fiscal processes. The Division Director formulates and implements accounting policy directives and standards on a county-wide basis; assures that all accounting activities comply with general accepted accounting standards and ethics; develops and implements new and effective accounting processes; oversees the control of both subsidiary and general ledger accounts and the provision of reports reflecting the financial positions of the County. The Division Director will provide strategic oversight, lead policy development, enforce strong internal controls, and manage a team of professionals to maintain the County's commitment to sound financial stewardship.

Required Tasks

• Financial Reporting and Audit Oversight: Direct the preparation of both internal and external audits to ensure accuracy and compliance with financial regulations. Lead the development and submission of Wayne County's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), including financial statements, footnotes, and management discussion and analysis in accordance with GAAP and GASB standards.
• Monthly Financial Operations: Plan and coordinate the monthly financial close processes. Oversee the timely and accurate preparation of monthly financial statements, reporting packages, and financial analysis to support informed decision-making across County departments.
• Oversee Units within the Division: Ensure the implementation of effective internal controls and adherence to County financial policies for work performed within the Division. The units that make up the Division are as follows:
  • Accounts Payable (AP): Oversee County-wide ensuring all payments and reimbursements are done accurately, timely and in compliance with County policy and with State and Federal rules and regulations.
  • Accounts Receivable (AR): Ensure the timely, accurate, and transparent billing, collection, and reporting of revenues owed to the County, in accordance with all applicable laws, policies, and ethical standards.
  • Payroll: Ensure accurate and timely processing of pay for County employees, 3^rd party payments, tax payments, reporting and audit compliance.
• General Ledger: Ensure financial records are held in the general ledger, are accurate, and produce timely and accurate information. Manages the Chart of Accounts.
• Policy and Compliance Management: Develop, implement, and enforce County-wide accounting and financial policies. Ensure compliance with all local, state (State of Michigan), and federal fiscal reporting requirements including, but not limited to, 1099s, W-2s, and 941s. Maintain audit readiness and support responses to regulatory inquiries or audit findings.
• Technical Accounting and Standards: Resolve complex accounting issues and lead the implementation of new pronouncements from the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB). Ensure full compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other applicable financial standards.
• Systems Management and Process Improvement: Oversee financial modules within Wayne County's cloud-based Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, including integrations with AP, AR, and financial reporting tools. Identify and lead system and process improvements that enhance accuracy, efficiency, and control.
• Leadership and Staff Development: Supervise and develop a team of professional and administrative staff. Set clear performance expectations, foster professional growth, and create a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and collaboration within the division.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Educational/Experience Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
    A Master's degree in a related field is preferred.
    Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation is required.
  • Minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in accounting or financial management, including three (3) years in a supervisory or leadership capacity.
    Demonstrated experience overseeing Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll and Financial Reporting.
    Experience leading the preparation of a Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (ACFR) and coordinating with internal and external auditors.
    Strong understanding and application of GAAP, GASB, and other public sector accounting standards.

The Charter County of Wayne

The Charter County of Wayne is Michigan's largest county. We are home to 34 cities and nine townships. From Rockwood to Livonia, from Sumpter Township to the Grosse Pointes, each community in Wayne County offers residents and businesses a unique blend of opportunity to live, work, play and raise families. Headquartered in Detroit, our largest city and the automotive capital of the world, Wayne County offers a diversified economy and high standards for our residents' quality of life. Our history is rich, and we take pride in being one of the most diverse communities that values culture, arts, and world-class amenities. Wayne County provides leadership that ensures the County operates efficiently, effectively, and responsibly. We provide transparently while building a stronger County inclusive of collaborations, innovation, and a clear focus on serving our residents.