Accounting and Finance Career Fair - Detroit, United States - City of Detroit

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    Accounting and Finance Career Fair & Networking Event

    Salary

    Depends on Qualifications

    Location

    MI, MI

    Job Type

    Certified-Regular Civil Service

    Job Number

    Department

    Human Resources Dept

    Opening Date

    04/03/2023

    Closing Date

    4/17/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

    Bargaining Unit

    9000

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    Description

    Monday, April 22, 2024

    10am - 2pm

    The City of Detroit - Talent Acquisition Division, in partnership with the National Black MBA Association, Inc., is pleased to invite industry professionals to our Accounting and Finance Career Fair and Networking Event. This event aims to facilitate connections between candidates, Hiring Managers, and Talent Acquisition Specialists, providing valuable insights into employment opportunities within the City of Detroit.

    Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in meet & greets with Hiring Managers, receive presentations on open positions, and even schedule interviews. The City of Detroit is dedicated to fostering a diverse workplace that mirrors the vibrant racial and cultural tapestry of our community.

    Join us for this dynamic and engaging Career Fair & Networking Event, and take the next step in contributing to the success of Detroit

    Examples of Duties

    Opportunities are available in the follow divisions in the Office of the Chief Financial Officer:

    • Office of the Assessor locates, identifies, and values—at current market conditions—all real and tangible personal property in the city of Detroit for the purposes of levying the tax lawfully imposed and to warrant said levy to the Treasurer of the City of Detroit for collection.
    • Office of Budget provides budget management, planning, and analysis services to advance the City's goals and ensure fiscal stability. It oversees all aspects of the City's annual budget and four-year financial plan, including revenue forecasting and economic analysis, development of the Mayor's proposed budget, presentation and negotiation of the budget with the City Council, implementation of the budget after adoption, establishing and enforcing budgetary and position controls, and monitoring the budget to ensure continued fiscal balance.
    • Office of Contracting & Procurement supports the strategic contracting and procurement of materials, equipment and services that are essential to providing governmental services. Services provided support the operations of the City departments with staff dedicated to providing efficient and responsive services, in full compliance with legal requirements, while upholding the highest ethical and professional standards.
    • Office of the Controller establishes, maintains and enforces City accounting policies, practices, and procedures. The Office is responsible for ensuring the City meets financial reporting requirements and is accountable for financial system controls. This includes risk management, grant audit and compliance.
    • Office of Departmental Financial Services serves as a strategic financial partner to City agencies and assures effective management and financial integrity of agency operations by developing, implementing and monitoring plans, policies and systems. Areas of focus include budget administration, program analysis/evaluation, finance, accounting, internal controls, financial systems, grants management, strategic planning, and performance metrics.
    • Office of Development & Grants identifies and acquires public and private resources that match City of Detroit priorities, as well as oversees, coordinates, and administers grants for the City of Detroit by establishing processes that support end-to-end grants management activities consistent with federal, state and local requirements, thereby, achieving the greatest use and accountability of grant dollars.
    • Office of the Treasury effectively, timely and accurately collects and records all taxes, special assessments, fees and other monies received; acts as the custodian of all funds and City assets; and disburses all funds as authorized. The Office also issues and manages general fund debt obligations and provides and manages low-cost debt financing of large-scale, longterm capital projects and improvements. The Treasurer is responsible for investments

    Minimum Qualifications

    To qualify for this position, candidates must have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, with a major course of work in accounting, business, finance, technology, public administration, law, purchasing, or a closely related field. Additionally, candidates should have a minimum of one (1) to three (3) years of professional experience. Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.

    Supplemental Information

    Please note that while the event is free to attend, selection is limited to individuals who meet the minimum qualifications for the positions listed. Invited candidates will receive notification of the specific location via email.

    Profiles without an attached resume WILL NOT be considered.

    EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

    The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:

    HEALTH

    • Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.
    • Dental
    • Vision

    INSURANCE

    • Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.
    • Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.

    PAID TIME OFF

    • Sick Leave
    • Vacation
    • Holidays

    OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS

    The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,

    RETIREMENT BENEFITS

    City Employees Retirement System

    As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:


    • Completion of thirty (30) years of service;

    • At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or
    • At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.


    • In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);

    • An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;


    • Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.

    ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.

    Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.

    01

    How did you hear about this opportunity?

    02

    Please list the name(s) of any professional association you belong to.

    03

    Please indicate OCFO divisions of interest.

    • Office of the Assessor
    • Office of Budget
    • Office of Contracting and Procurement
    • Office of the Controller
    • Office of Departmental Financial Services
    • Office of the Treasury
    • Office of Development & Grants Management 04 Please indicate your highest grade completed:
    • High School Diploma / GED
    • Associate's Degree
    • Bachelor's Degree
    • Master's Degree
    • PhD / J.D.
    • N/A 05 Indicate the number of years of professional experience you possess. PLEASE NOTE: YEARS OF EXPERIENCE MUST BE REFLECTED IN THE WORK EXPERIENCE SECTION OF THE APPLICATION.
    • Less than 1 year
    • 1 year but less than 3 years
    • 3 years but less than 5 years
    • 5 years but less than 7 years
    • 7 or more years
    • none 06 If you were referred by someone, please specify? Required Question

    Agency

    City of Detroit

    Address

    Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Ave ste 316 Detroit, Michigan, 48226

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