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Role Description

The Michigan Department of Treasury seeks a skilled and knowledgeable specialist to serve as the department’s technical expert for accounting and tax systems, including SAP, GenTax, and the Statewide Integrated Governmental Management System (SIGMA).

• Serve as the department’s subject matter expert for SAP and GenTax, requiring deep technical and functional system knowledge.
• Ensure proper accounting methods and procedures are consistently applied across the department.
• Establish and maintain guidelines for processing financial transactions within SIGMA.
• Support compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Troubleshoot and resolve system interface issues and assist with year-end closing processes.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of new taxes, system enhancements, and reporting solutions.
• Collaborate closely with internal partners, including the Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB).
• Lead and manage complex projects related to accounting system development, upgrades, and process improvements.
• Coordinate activities across multiple program areas and state agencies.
• Conduct special projects focused on researching, developing, and implementing new or enhanced accounting systems and processes.
• Ensure the integrity and reliability of financial processes through policy development and system oversight.

Qualifications

• Possesses strong expertise in SAP, GenTax, and governmental accounting systems.
• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of accounting principles, including GAAP.
• Excels at problem-solving, especially in complex system environments.
• Is highly detail-oriented, analytical, and comfortable working with large volumes of financial data.
• Communicates effectively with technical and non-technical partners.
• Has experience leading cross-functional projects or system implementations.
• Thrives in a collaborative environment with multiple stakeholders, including IT partners.
• Shows initiative, adaptability, and a commitment to process improvement.

Requirements

• Possession of a bachelor's degree with at least 24 semester (36 term) credits in accounting.
• Four years of professional experience performing or auditing the systematic classification and evaluation of accounting data and the preparation of related financial and managerial reports equivalent to an Accountant, Auditor, or Assistant Auditor General including two years equivalent to an Accountant P11, Auditor P11, or Assistant Auditor General P11 or one year equivalent to an Accountant 12, Auditor 12, or Assistant Auditor General 12.
• Possession of a Certified Public Accountant certificate (CPA) may be substituted for one year of Accountant P11 experience.
• Possession of a Certified Management Accountant certification (CMA) may be substituted for six months of Accountant P11 experience.

Additional Requirements and Information

• Please attach a cover letter, detailed resume, and a copy of your official college transcript(s) to your application.
• Work must be performed in the state of Michigan.
• If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position prior to being appointed to the position. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed.
• This position is eligible to work remotely on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays, and must work onsite Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
• The Michigan Department of Treasury participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
• Interviews may occur virtually using Microsoft Teams.
• This position has access to Federal Tax Information (FTI) and requires passing of a fingerprint-based background check per IRS Publication 1075.
• The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software is prohibited.
• If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.