Financial Services Technician II- Fiscal Service

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

$49,579-$66,426
This position is hybrid.

Join Oakland County's Fiscal Services team and play an important role in supporting the County's financial operations! In this position, you'll perform a variety of accounting and bookkeeping functions, maintain financial records, process payments, and manage client accounts. Your attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to navigate complex financial processes will help ensure accuracy, accountability, and efficiency in the County's fiscal operations.

What You'll Do
• Perform a variety of complex bookkeeping and clerical accounting duties, including maintaining financial records, posting journal entries, and reconciling accounts.
• Maintain and manage financial records for complex funds and client accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with established procedures.
• Process payments, prepare billing notices, collect fees, and accurately record financial transactions.
• Monitor outstanding balances, review delinquent accounts, and issue payment notices in accordance with established guidelines.
• Apply established accounting procedures and, when applicable, court-related reimbursement processes and Judgments of Sentence.
• Utilize financial software and computerized accounting systems to maintain records, track transactions, and support daily operations.
• Assist in ensuring financial processes are completed accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with County policies.

Why You'll Love It
• Make a Meaningful Impact: Support essential financial operations that help Oakland County deliver services to its residents.
• Put Your Skills to Work: Apply your accounting, bookkeeping, and problem-solving abilities in a role with diverse responsibilities.
• Build Your Expertise: Gain valuable experience working with complex financial accounts, accounting systems, and government financial processes.
• Be Part of a Collaborative Team: Work alongside dedicated professionals who value accuracy, teamwork, and excellent service.
• Enjoy a Rewarding Career: Contribute to a public service organization while developing your skills and expanding your knowledge of governmental accounting.

Minimum Qualifications

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS & ABILITIES

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be a high school graduate or have a certificate of successful completion of the General Educational Development Test.

• Have had three (3) year of full-time bookkeeping and related clerical work experience which involved basic accounting or bookkeeping principles, utility billing which included customer service, or a closely related area.

NOTE:   One (1) year of coursework at an accredited college or university in a business curriculum which included accounting classes, may substitute for the one (1) year of experience listed above.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

May assist in the orientation and training of less experienced clerical employees and in providing ongoing assistance with technical and procedural problems encountered by these employees.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Posts standard and general journal entries. Prepares periodic financial reports summarizing transactions for the more complex accounts or funds for review by the unit supervisor.

Prepares bank deposit statements and daily reports of funds received and makes deposits in departmental bank accounts to ensure that accurate records for assigned funds are maintained.

Reconciles monthly bank statements with disbursement records and vouchers to correct errors in bank statements or accounting records.

Sends billings and routine invoices for intra-governmental funds. Credits amount received to established controls.

Responds to client account related inquiries, following department policy regarding the release of account information.

Prepares and sends billing notices, collects payments, and posts receipts for various fees. Reviews accounts and when appropriate issues notices of delinquency and negotiates payment arrangements when necessary.

Communications with representatives of agencies such courts, other municipalities, the State of Michigan, insurance or real estate companies, and billing clients to determine client information and correct billing errors.

Prepares receipts and the least complex disbursement vouchers, and vouchers authorizing payment for various operating accounts to accurately record funds received or paid onto appropriate budgeted line item.

Posts to general and subsidiary accounts to ensure accurate records of accounting transactions within assigned unit funds.

Distributes costs to various operating accounts including payroll costs to ensure that accounts are charged for services and equipment as required.

Reviews routine invoices for determination of proper billing. Processes, checks, and assists others in processing invoices for intra-governmental funds in order to ensure correctness of detail and mathematical accuracy.

Makes standard and general journal entries to assigned moderately complex unit funds. Gathers required account information and prepares journal entries of routine nature.

Reviews a variety of documentation, including but not limited to legal judgements and notes, to maintain accuracy of client accounts.

Utilizes current countywide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.

ESSENTIAL MENTAL & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to communicate to accurately convey information.

Ability to perform mathematical calculations.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in a typical office environment.

IMPORTANT NOTE: The primary purpose of this job description is to set a fair and equitable salary range for this job classification. Generally, only those key duties necessary for proper evaluation and/or labor market analysis have been included. Other duties and responsibilities will be assigned by the supervisor.

ADDITIONAL DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Completion of an accounting or bookkeeping course covering basic accounting and bookkeeping practices.

Reasonable knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.

Reasonable knowledge of modern record keeping management and operations.

Reasonable ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Reasonable ability to perform standardized computations.

Reasonable ability to perform standardized computations using personal computer applications and keyboard.

Reasonable ability to make routine decisions in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.

Familiar with current word processing, spreadsheet, database, e-mail, and Internet software.

Additional Minimum Qualifications

Union*

BU69 - United Auto Workers (UAW) Local 889: Management & Budget NON-Supv (UAW)

*If applicable

EEO Statement

We are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

Inclusion Statement

Oakland County is committed to welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, including those with prior convictions, as we believe in providing equal opportunities for all. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings to our team and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, supportive workplace. If you have the skills and qualifications for the position, we encourage you to apply. All candidates are evaluated based on their ability to meet the job requirements, legal obligations and thrive in our organization. All ways, MOVING FORWARD.