SUMMARY:

This Budget & Accounting Analyst position is responsible for a wide range of financial and administrative functions at the City of East Lansing Department of Public Works (DPW) and Environmental Services (DPW) and provides high level accounting support to the DPW Director.

Budgeting:

• Participate in the preparation, entry and review of the DPW budget across eight funds
• Oversee the city’s vehicle and equipment fleet rental rate model
• Maintain and utilize the water and sewer rate model
• Maintain & utilize the DPW building rental rate model
• Maintain and update various fee calculation spreadsheets
• Ensure the accuracy of engineering and operations pool labor cost distributions
• Quarterly monitoring of budget-to-actual performance across all funds

Purchasing and Billing:

• Oversee the accuracy of the invoice approval process including compliance with department policies
• Oversee the accuracy and effectiveness of the inventory process
• Manage purchase orders and ensure compliance with purchasing and financial policies
• Prepare and review annual invoices to Michigan State University, Meridian Township and the Michigan Department of Transportation
• Oversee annual Easy Cart, cross connection inspection, hazardous sidewalk, and festival billings
• Develop spreadsheets to support accurate cost estimating and billing processes

Payroll:

• Monitor and streamline the timesheet processes for work order projects
• Ensure payroll compliance with two union contracts and non-union policies

General Accounting:

• Manage the disbursements and reporting requirements for various grants and State Revolving Fund (SRF) Loan projects
• Monitor permit bonds and deposits

ABOUT US:

The City of East Lansing is committed to becoming a fully inclusive anti-racist place to live, work, visit and do business. We believe an organization functions at its highest ability when a shared culture that promotes accepting, respecting, and valuing differences that include attributes such as age, income, race, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender expression, sexual identity, ability, language, family circumstances and cultural backgrounds is fostered. We are seeking individuals who share our commitment to equity and inclusion and reflect the community we serve.

East Lansing, home to Michigan State University, is a dynamic community of nearly 50,000 people with historic neighborhoods and a vibrant downtown, and you will be part of the team that maintains and improves infrastructure. DPW manages streets, sanitation, water, sewer, fleet, urban forestry, environmental programs and more.  The staff are committed to making East Lansing a great place to live, study and work.

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?

• Competitive salary with annual cost of living increases
• Retirement programs including a hybrid pension (10% of salary) and 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan
• $1,000 annual employer contribution to post-employment Health Care Savings Plan
• 14 paid holidays
• 25 days of paid time off
• 30 calendar days of paid parental leave for the birth or adoption of a child
• Health coverage (or receive a $200 monthly buy-out if you have coverage from another source), family dental and vision plan premiums fully covered by the city
• Life insurance of 2x annual salary w/optional supplemental coverage, and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) to use pre-tax dollars for out-of-pocket health and daycare expenses
• An Employee Assistance Program, offering free counseling and support for employees and families
• Qualify for “Public Service Loan Forgiveness” which forgives eligible student loans for borrowers who work at least ten years in public service
• An ever-changing work environment! In the dynamic work of Public Works, each day presents new and exciting challenges that keep your work fresh, engaging and stimulating

REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s degree with a major in accounting or finance and five (5) years of increasingly responsible accounting experience (preferably fund accounting or governmental experience), but may be substituted with equivalent training, education, or experience. Registration as a State of Michigan CPA preferred but not required. Must be able to communicate effectively with other City employees and the public.

About City of East Lansing

The City of East Lansing, Michigan, a residential community of 48,500 people and home to Michigan State University, is seeking a Budget & Accounting Analyst. The City organization is deeply committed to customer-based results, focusing on community needs and empowerment of staff to accomplish these results. The City of East Lansing is committed to becoming a fully inclusive place to live, work, visit, and do business. We believe an organization functions at its highest ability when a shared culture that promotes accepting, respecting, and valuing differences that include attributes such as age, income, race, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender expression, sexual identity, ability, language, family circumstances and cultural backgrounds is fostered. We are seeking individuals who share our commitment to equity and inclusion.

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