The Township’s Accounting Department provides the Township Board, management and residents with timely, accurate and reliable financial information they need to make sound business decisions. We also ensure that the Township is in compliance with statues, GAAP, GASB, IRS, and other federal, state and local laws.

Specific responsibilities of this department include the following:

• Preparation of the Township’s annual budget and annual audit
• Maintenance of the Township’s general ledger accounting system
• Payroll preparation and administration
• Administration of benefit programs for employees and retirees including healthcare, life insurance, workers comp, etc.
• All payments to outside vendors including regular accounts payable and electronic payments to various vendors
• Administration of the Township’s retirement system (MERS)
• Working cooperatively with the Treasurer’s Office on various financial matters, including tax collection and distribution
• Oversees development, coordination, operation and maintenance of the Township’s management information system and supporting infrastructure