Senior Accountant-Enterprise Funds

Salary: $30.56 - $39.55 Hourly
Location : Muskegon, MI
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-02648
Department: Finance
Division: Accounting
Opening Date: 05/04/2026
Closing Date: 5/18/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

Description of Work

An employee in this class, under general direction of the Director of Finance or designee, performs professional accounting and financial analysis work specific to the County's Enterprise Funds (e.g., water, sewer, airport, or other business-type activities). This position combines elements of budget development, financial reporting, audit coordination, and accounts receivable oversight, with a strong emphasis on compliance with governmental accounting standards (GASB) applicable to enterprise operations.

The Enterprise Fund Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting the annual audit, assisting with the preparation and monitoring of enterprise fund budgets, and producing detailed financial and statistical reports for internal management and external regulatory agencies. The employee works closely with department leadership, auditors, and other stakeholders to ensure fiscal integrity, operational efficiency, and transparency.
Required Minimum Entrance Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting; OR
Bachelor's degree in Finance or Business Administration with substantial coursework in accounting, including financial and governmental accounting; AND
A minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible professional experience in accounting, finance, or auditing, preferably within a governmental or public-sector environment, including substantial use of computerized financial systems and spreadsheet applications.

Preferred but not required
Coursework or advanced training in governmental or public-sector accounting;
Experience with enterprise fund operations in a governmental environment (e.g., utilities, airport, or other business-type activities);
Experience preparing or supporting annual financial statements and working directly with external auditors;
Professional certification such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or progress toward certification.
Physical Conditions / Work Location

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
The employee performs generally sedentary work with occasional lifting of objects weighing up to thirty-five (35) pounds.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Work is primarily performed in an office setting. Travel to departmental locations and meetings throughout the County may be required. Hybrid in-person/remote work arrangements may be available at the discretion of the department head.
Additional Information

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EVALUATION CONTENT
The selected candidate must take a post-offer medical examination (including back screen and complete physical) and drug screening test given by a County appointed physician before the first day of employment. An offer of employment is contingent upon the results of the medical examination and drug screening test. Applicants for County employment may be subject to a post-offer criminal background check, depending on the nature and assignment of the position. When such check is conducted, an offer of employment is contingent upon the results of the criminal background check. Appointees must satisfactorily complete a probationary period before the appointment will be considered permanent.

APPLICANT REVIEW PROCEDURE
Any applicant is entitled to a review of any determination or action taken by the County regarding the applicant's employment application. Inquiries should be directed to the County Human Resources Department.

PURPOSE
The purpose of this recruitment is to establish an eligible list from which to fill present and future vacancies in this classification in the County system. For each opening, the Department Head has her/his choice of the candidates who meet the required minimum entrance qualifications. This list remains in effect for three months unless exhausted or extended.

MUSKEGON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

MUSKEGON COUNTY HAS ADOPTED A VETERANS PREFERENCE POLICY THAT

RECOGNIZES QUALIFYING MILITARY SERVICE
**Non-Bargaining new hires have the option of either a County contribution to the Health Savings Account (outlined below) OR a 3% County contribution to the Lincoln Financial (457b) plan.

CONTRACT SECTION

BENEFIT

Medical Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) Plan 1

Single Plan: $2,500 Deductible, **$1,250 Employer HSA Contribution, Out of Pocket Max $4,000. 2 People/Family: $5,000 Deductible, **$2,500 HSA Employer Contribution, Out of Pocket Max $8,000, Co-insurance - 10%

Employer Contributions are prorated based on start date of benefits

No Employee Premium Contributions Per Pay

Prescription Drugs: $10/$40/$80 (After deductible)

Health Savings Account (HSA) Plan 2

Single Plan: $1,650 Deductible, **$800 Employer HSA Contribution, Out of Pocket Max $2,250. 2 People/Family: $3,300 Deductible, **$1,600 Employer HSA Contribution, Out of Pocket Max $4,500

Employer Contributions are prorated based on start date of benefits

Monthly Employee Premium: Single-$161.58, 2 person- $387.80, Family- $484.76

Prescription Drugs: $10/$40/$80 (After deductible)

High Deductible Plan (HD) * This plan is only optional if the employee is not eligible for the HSA, Single Plan: $750 Deductible, 2 People/Family: $1,500 Deductible, No Employee Premium Contributions Per Pay

Prescription Drugs: $10/$40/$80

Available first of the month following one full month of continuous employment

Lincoln Financial 457b

**In lieu of employer HSA contribution you may be eligible for an employer contribution of 3% into the Lincoln Financial 457b plan

Dental Insurance

15% employee premium contribution

Available first of the month following one full month of continuous employment

Vision Insurance

15% employee premium contribution

Available first of the month following one full month of continuous employment

Benefit Option

In lieu of medical coverage you may be eligible to receive a biweekly benefit option payment. Single: $104.16 or 2Person/Family: $187.50

Retirement

Defined Contribution (DC) Plan through MERS of Michigan with 3% employer and 4.5% employee contribution. There is a 6 year graduated vesting for the employer contribution.

Retiree Insurance

Healthcare Savings Account (HCSP) through MERS of Michigan, employer 3% contribution. Vesting requirement of 6 years.

Life Insurance and AD & D

Equal to employee annual salary to next highest $1,000. Max $200,000

Available first of the month following one full month of continuous employment

Long Term Disability

No cost to the employee, employer paid at 66 2/3% of salary after 6 month waiting period

Available first of the month following one full month of continuous employment

Sick Leave

10 days per year, accumulated .385 days. per pay period

Accrual begins on first day of employment and is available to use on the 90th day of employment.

Annual Leave

13 days, accumulated .500 days per pay period. Increasing to maximum of 24 days with 20 years of eligible County service, see Personnel Rules for accumulation chart.

Accrual begins on first day of employment and is available for use upon hire.

Sick/Annual Leave Cash Payout

Employee may elect up to 80 hours of accumulated vacation and/or sick time to be paid as cash. Future accruals only.

Personal Days

2 days per fiscal year, unused days will be forfeited

Available upon completion of six months of continuous eligible County service

Holidays

13 days

COLA/Longevity

COLA only for employees with 0-4 years of eligible service payment based on the CPI and must be in pay status as of 12/1. Payment of $600 at 5 years of continuous service as of 12/1. Each subsequent year of service will add $100 to the payment for an unlimited maximum.

Voluntary Benefits

(100% employee paid)

Short term disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, voluntary life insurance for self/spouse/dependents, 457 Investment options (available immediately upon hire), Section 125 (available for Health and Childcare reimbursement)

Available first of the month following one full month of continuous employment

Student Loan Forgiveness

You may be eligible for student loan forgiveness through federal programs designed for people who work in public service including Local government (Public Student Loan Forgiveness, Temporary Expanded PSLF).
*Rates and coverage are always subject to change.