Senior Accountant

Position Type:
Non-Instructional Supervisors & Professionals/Accountant

Date Posted:
10/9/2026

Location:

Administration Building

Closing Date:
10/19/2026

Stay current on federal, state, local, and District statutes, policies, regulations, accounting standards, and
procedures related to public school finance and accounting.

Assist with program and grant financial management, including preparing budgets, monitoring and
approving expenditures, maintaining federal payroll certifications, and responding to cost-related
questions.

Complete monthly program and grant reconciliations to support accurate and timely funding requests.

Support the payroll function by serving as backup, completing payroll-related reconciliations, and
assisting with payroll processing, corrections, and adjustments.

Coordinate with other departments to track and maintain Extra Pay for Extra Duty (EPED) contracts,
verify contract amounts and account coding, and ensure new contracts and changes are submitted accurately and on time.

Complete timely monthly account reconciliations and settle interfund transactions.

Perform complex account reconciliations, analyze financial results, and investigate and resolve
variances.

Prepare journal entries and supporting schedules in accordance with District procedures and applicable accounting standards.

Prepare monthly budget reports, financial statements, and other internal and external reports to support administrative decision-making.

Assist with annual and other audits, including preparation of financial statements, supporting schedules,
reconciliations, and requested documentation.

Assist with completing and submitting required reports, including the Annual Financial Report (FID), Special Education Cost Report, Center Program Cost Reports, Medicaid Outreach, Transportation Financial Report, and other required financial reports.

Communicate professionally with federal, state, intermediate school district, local, and other agencies regarding financial and reporting matters.

Provide training, technical assistance, and guidance to accountants, bookkeepers, secretaries, administrators, and other staff on accounting procedures and financial systems.

Evaluate accounting processes and recommend improvements that strengthen accuracy, efficiency, consistency, and internal controls.

Maintain accurate records and safeguard confidential financial, payroll, employee, student, and District information in accordance with applicable law, Board policy, and District procedures.

Collaborate effectively with Finance, Human Resources, Operations, Student Services, schools, and other departments to meet District financial and operational needs.

Meet professional obligations through reliable attendance, sound judgment, timely completion of work, effective communication, and adherence to established deadlines.

Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor of Finance or District administration.

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.

Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible professional accounting experience, including account reconciliations, financial reporting, budgeting, audit support, or comparable work.

Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and demonstrated ability to analyze complex financial information.

Advanced proficiency with spreadsheets and financial information systems; ability to learn and effectively use District software and reporting systems.

Excellent organizational, analytical, problem-solving, written communication, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and recurring deadlines with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain strict confidentiality, and work independently and collaboratively.

Regular and reliable attendance and the ability to work on site as required. Preferred

Professional accounting experience in a Michigan public school district, governmental entity, or other public-sector organization.

Experience with school finance, grants, payroll, FID reporting, special education cost reporting, Medicaid reporting, or governmental fund accounting.

Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM), or other relevant professional certification.

Full-time, 12-month position with a regular in-person work schedule of five (5) days per week.

Limited seasonal hybrid work may be available…