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Finance Department
The Finance Department is responsible for the functions of Accounts Payable, Payroll, Benefits, Purchasing, and General Ledger. The Finance Department is responsible for all financial reporting which includes annual budget preparation and control of budgetary accounts; and the preparation for the annual audit.
The Finance Director is appointed by the Administrator/Controller and acts as a financial advisor to the Administrator/Controller. When requested, the Finance Department provides support for special projects, such as new building construction or remodeling facilities.
Finance Director
Mike Birchmeier (989) 832-6786
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- Fiscal Management & Financial Controls
- Preparation of Annual Budget
- Preparation of Annual Audit
- Cost Allocation Plans
- Grant Management and Compliance
Mike brings years of accounting expertise to the table. As the department director, Mike keeps tabs on the budget, not only expenditures but revenues as well. His team advises the Administrator/Controller along with the Board of Commissioners throughout the budget cycle.
Benefits Accountant
Craig Maxwell (989) 832-6789
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- W-2 Reporting
- 1099 Reporting
- Cafeteria Plan Administration
- Health Insurance Administration
- Life Insurance Administration
- Workers' Compensation
- Disability Administration
Procurement & Contracts Administrator
Denise Mason (989) 832-6865
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- Vendor Solicitations
- Purchase Requisitions & Purchase Orders
- Countywide Agreements & Grant Agreements
- Sales Tax Exemption Certificates
- Sealed Bids/Quotes
- Procurement of Commodities & Services
- Auction of Surplus Property
- Cooperative Purchasing Arrangements
- Fixed Asset System
- Vehicle/Fleet Inventory
- Credit Accounts & Credit Card Purchases
- Board of Public Works/Water Projects
General Ledger Accountant
Laurie Tarkowski (989) 832-6787
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- Prepare Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR)
- General Ledger Review & Analysis
- Journal Entries & Budget Adjustments
- Month-end & Year-end Adjustments
- Annual Budget Processing
Payroll Accountant
Dawn Aho (989) 832-6783
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- Payroll Processing
- Pension Payment Processing
- W-4 Processing
- Verification of Employment
- Remittance of Payroll Taxes
- Maintain Employee Leave Balances
Accounts Payable
Kenda Good (989) 832-6874
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- Sales tax exemption forms
- Invoice Processing
- Accounts Payable Checks
- Accounts Payable ACH
- Travel Policy Enforcement
HOW TO REACH US
Finance Director
Midland County Services Bldg
220 W Ellsworth Street
Midland, MI 48640
Hours: Mon - Fri (8 am - 5 pm)
Phone: (989) 832-6786
Fax: (989) 932-6602
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HOW TO REACH US
Finance Director
Midland County Services Bldg
220 W Ellsworth Street
Midland, MI 48640
Hours: Mon - Fri (8 am - 5 pm)
Phone: (989) 832-6786
Fax: (989) 932-6602
Have a Question? Reach Out



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