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

This position is represented by the UAW.

In this role, you’ll take the lead in configuring, maintaining, and supporting Oakland County’s Financial Management System to ensure our financial reporting remains accurate, efficient, and fully compliant with public sector standards. You'll serve as the go-to expert for the County’s financial modules supporting fund accounting, budget controls, grant management, and regulatory reporting.

From managing financial modules like General Ledger, Budgets, Grants, and A/P & A/R to maintaining key data structures (like our chart of accounts and cost centers), your work will directly support the County’s financial health and transparency. You’ll also develop standard and custom reports, support audits, oversee system updates, and champion ongoing process improvements.

Suppose you're someone who thrives on cross-functional collaboration, system optimization, and making a difference through public service. In that case, this is an excellent opportunity to bring your expertise to a mission-driven organization.

What you’ll do:

• Take the lead in managing and optimizing Oakland County’s Financial Management System, ensuring our financial reporting is accurate, efficient, and aligned with public sector standards.
• Be the go-to expert on our financial system, supporting key functions like fund accounting, budgeting, grant management, and compliance reporting.
• Work side-by-side with teams in Finance, Budget, Grants Management, and IT to make sure our system meets both operational needs and regulatory requirements, including GASB, GAAP, and federal/state grant guidelines.
• Oversee financial modules such as General Ledger, Budgets, Grants, Accounts Payable/Receivable, and Reporting, keeping everything running smoothly and securely.
• Maintain critical financial data structures, including our chart of accounts, funds, cost centers, and programs.
• Create meaningful reports using built-in reporting tools, helping leadership make informed, data-driven decisions.
• Support system users, coordinate audit preparation, and champion ongoing improvements to our financial processes.

Why You’ll Love This Job:

• You’ll play a key role in shaping how Oakland County manages and reports its finances, making a real impact on public service and transparency.
• You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams in a supportive, mission-driven environment that values innovation and continuous improvement.
• You’ll gain exposure to a variety of financial functions and systems, with opportunities to lead, grow, and modernize public sector finance.
• Work-life balance, competitive benefits, and the chance to serve your community make this more than just a job it’s a meaningful career.

What you'll need:

1. Possess a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Public Administration or related field of study.

2. Have had five (5) years of full-time work experience in system administration within an ERP system including one or more of the following areas: reporting, maintenance, testing, inventory control, migrations, security, configurations, and implementation.

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.