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The Village of Franklin, located in Oakland County, Michigan, is a residential community of approximately 3,300 residents, which is centered by a small downtown lined with historic buildings protected by Michigan’s first Historic District. Franklin is committed to preserving its rich history and unique character while delivering efficient and responsive public services. Learn more at www.franklin.mi.us.

The Village is seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Treasurer/Finance Director to ensure the secure management of public funds and provide compliant, accurate financial reporting to the State, intergovernmental organizations, Village Council and the local community. This position plays a central role in budget development, fund accounting, investment oversight, interdepartmental financial coordination and analyzing Village revenue requirements for tax planning. This position also supports the financial management of the Police Department and collaborates closely with the Village Administrator to manage the Village’s financial health.

In addition, this position is responsible for assisting the Village Administrator in the performance of administrative and financial management duties as needed, including strategic financial planning, policy development, grant and funding analysis and oversight, CDBG, preparation of financial reports for Council action, special projects, and other duties necessary to support the effective and efficient operation of the Village.

• Report to the Village Administrator.
• Ensure the secure management of public funds.
• Receive and account for all Village monies in accordance with the Village Charter and state law.
• Design, implement and manage an Internal Control System over financial and other Village assets.
• Working with the Administrator, prepare the annual operating budget including a timeline and all other steps leading to final approval by the Village Council.
• Collect and process tax payments.
• Manage investments of public funds in accordance with Michigan Public Act 20 and Village investment policies.
• Coordinate with staff to process invoices and payments, reconcile accounts.
• Maintain accurate records of receipts, disbursements, and fund balances; prepare monthly and annual financial reports.
• Submit statutory and internal financial reports to the State, intergovernmental organizations and the Village Council, ensuring timely and accurate documentation.
• Oversee the annual audit including the development and organization of work papers and schedules for audit.
• Bring your expertise to strategic priority setting, decision-making processes and factors that drive expenses.
• Assist the Village in setting and pursuing longer term goals to maintain financial stability, diversify revenue sources and support economic development in the Village Center.
• Draft relevant policies and procedures related to the execution of the Treasurer’s role.
• On request, and as indicated, prepare forecasts and other analyses on Village financial health when requested by the Village Administrator.

• A background in public finance or accounting; preferably in a municipal setting.
• Knowledge of fund accounting principles, government finance regulations, tax reporting, municipal finance laws and internal controls.
• Familiarity with Michigan Treasury and statutory compliance, including PA 20, and annual audit requirements.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively with the Finance Committee and the Village Council.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Certification as a Certified Michigan Municipal Treasurer (MiMTA) or interest in pursuing certification.
• Familiarity with ACT 51.
• Experience working in or with a home-rule village or general law municipality.
• Interest/experience in municipal economic development strategies.
• Proficiency with accounting or financial software tools used by local governments (BS&A, ADP, etc.).

This position is based on-site at Franklin Village Office and works at the direction of the Village Administrator and closely with the Village Clerk, Village Building Department and Village Police Department.

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Participation in the Village’s retirement and benefits program.
• Paid holidays and accrued paid time off.
• The opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the fiscal stewardship of a historic and close-knit community.

The Village of Franklin is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Reasonable accommodation will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.