ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Governmental Accounting Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Mueller Industries

Accounting Clerk

Port Huron, MI · On-site

$17.50 - $22.25/hr

Strong understanding of corporate accounting principles including GAAP, SOX compliance, and governmental accounting standards. * Proficiency in financial software such as QuickBooks, Xero, Sage ...

Socket.dev

Chief Financial Officer (Troy)

Troy, MI · On-site

Annual Financial Audit and Single Audit knowledge on process and procedures for governmental accounting, Medicaid rules and regulations, and necessary policies andprocedurenecessary to adhere to 42 ...

Socket.dev

Chief Financial Officer

Troy, MI · On-site

$150 - $230/hr

Annual Financial Audit and Single Audit knowledge on process and procedures for governmental accounting, Medicaid rules and regulations, and necessary policies andprocedurenecessary to adhere to 42 ...

Oaklandchn

Chief Financial Officer (Troy)

Troy, MI · On-site

Annual Financial Audit and Single Audit knowledge on process and procedures for governmental accounting, Medicaid rules and regulations, and necessary policies andprocedurenecessary to adhere to 42 ...

Oaklandchn

Chief Financial Officer

Troy, MI · On-site

$150 - $230/hr

Annual Financial Audit and Single Audit knowledge on process and procedures for governmental accounting, Medicaid rules and regulations, and necessary policies andprocedurenecessary to adhere to 42 ...

MCL JASCO

Staff Accountant

Detroit, MI · On-site

$65 - $85/hr

The ideal candidate will have both governmental accounting and corporate accounting experience. This position is based out of our Detroit Office. In this role, the candidate will report to the ...

SMS Group of Companies

Staff Accountant

Detroit, MI · On-site

$54K - $71K/yr

The ideal candidate will have both governmental accounting and corporate accounting experience. This position is based out of our Detroit Office. In this role, the candidate will report to the ...

MCL JASCO

Staff Accountant

Detroit, MI · On-site

$54K - $71K/yr

The ideal candidate will have both governmental accounting and corporate accounting experience. This position is based out of our Detroit Office. In this role, the candidate will report to the ...

Maner Costerisan

Experienced CPA

Lansing, MI · On-site

Regularly read and be familiar with pronouncements from the AICPA, Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), and other standard setting ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsGovernmental Accounting JobsGovernmental Accounting Jobs in Michigan

Governmental Accounting information

See Michigan salary details

$9

$31

$83

How much do governmental accounting jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for governmental accounting in Michigan is $31.45, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.46 and $31.83 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What career paths are in governmental accounting?

Governmental accounting offers career paths such as government accountant, financial analyst, budget analyst, internal auditor, and compliance officer. These roles typically involve working for federal, state, or local agencies, requiring knowledge of public sector accounting standards and often certifications like the CPA or CGFM.

What does a governmental accountant do?

A governmental accountant manages and analyzes financial records for government agencies, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations. They prepare budgets, conduct audits, and use accounting software to track public funds, often requiring knowledge of government accounting standards and certifications such as CPA or CGFM.

What are popular job titles related to Governmental Accounting jobs in Michigan?

For Governmental Accounting jobs in Michigan, the most frequently searched job titles are:

What job categories do people searching Governmental Accounting jobs in Michigan look for?

The top searched job categories for Governmental Accounting jobs in Michigan are:

Governmental Accounting jobs near you
Infographic showing various Governmental Accounting job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,423 per year, or $31.5 per hour.

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT (Finance) - Control No.: 2607-1400-2554-0003

Washtenaw County Health Department

Ann Arbor, MI • On-site

$65 - $85/hr

Other

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

INTERNAL UNION APPLICANTS WILL BE GIVEN FIRST CONSIDERATION FOR UNION POSITIONS

Under the supervision of a higher classified employee, supervises and participates in professional accounting work which requires a thorough knowledge of governmental accounting practices. Develops and maintains a uniform accounting system, disburses and controls grants and other funds, and assists in developing the department's budget.

Responsibilities
  • Supervises the work of Accounting, Accounts/Payable, and Payroll sections.
  • Develops accounting systems and bookkeeping procedures in accordance with departmental needs and standard governmental accounting practices.
  • Credits departmental revenues to proper account, controls cash flow and prepares monthly cash transmittal to the Finance Office.
  • Maintains departmental accounts receivable ledgers, and prepares inter-departmental billings, statements, invoices as necessary.
  • Maintains departmental accounts payable ledgers, assigns cost classifications, audits invoices received, and authorizes payment.
  • Summarizes and balances account records at month end, and reconciles books to assure agreement of account balances between County and departmental ledgers.
  • Prepares monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports.
  • Maintains liaison with other County accounting staff to coordinate transactions, activities, and procedures.
  • Assists external auditors in locating and interpreting departmental account records.

The preceding statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.

Qualifications
  • Education: Possession of a Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in business or accounting.
  • Experience: Three (3) to five (5) years of professional accounting experience.
#J-18808-Ljbffr

Apply