Division Finance Director

The Division Director assists the DPS director of Finance in complying with County financial reporting obligations, maintaining the General Ledger and other financial records, developing and implementing accounting policies and procedures, and performing other duties as required by DPS, the Office of the Chief Executive Officer, and the Office of Management & Budget.

• Provide direction to the DPS financial staff on such matters as general accounting, payroll, and financial reporting.

• Directs the preparation and issuance of interim financial reports for distribution to DPS leadership and other stakeholders.

• Assists in the preparation of the annual budget and quarterly budget projections for DPS.

• Directs the preparation of professional service contracts, purchase orders, and any contract modifications.

• Keeps apprised of new accounting pronouncements and assists with the timely implementation of these pronouncements.

• Develop policies and procedures resulting from the various accounting and auditing board's standards, County ordinances and resolutions, and departmental requirements.

• Monitors and directs the timely completion of staff assignments through review of weekly status reports and regular staff meetings.

• Reviews and reconciles bi-weekly payroll input.

• Experience in SaaS ERP implementation and optimization (preferred).

• Develops training programs for division staff as well as financial staff throughout the County.

• Attends Wayne County Commission meetings and other meetings as required by management.

• Other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a related field.

• Three (3) years of paid supervisory experience in accounting, auditing, and financial reporting, preferably in the government sector.

• A Certified Public Accountant License is preferred.

• Specific knowledge-based competencies required to perform the job functions satisfactorily include principles and techniques in accounting, economics, finance, management, customer service, accounts payable, payroll, accounts receivable, and other applicable County, State, and Federal laws.

• Advanced capabilities in MS Office—particularly using Excel and spreadsheets.

• Excellent supervisory, analytical, and time management skills.

• High-level written and verbal communication skills.