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Support Professional, Accounting; Financial Services Assistant Purchasing

Job in Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan, 49528, USA
Listing for: Grand Rapids Community College
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-11-01
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Accounting & Finance
  • Finance & Banking
    Accounting & Finance
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 19 - 22 USD Hourly USD 19.00 22.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

The Support Professional, this position is responsible for performing accounting/purchasing and
other financial-related tasks to facilitate the efficient maintenance and accurate processing of
financial activity for the College.

Requisition
Position Number:
Employee Group: APSS

Schedule:

Monday – Friday, 40/52
Compensation:
Level A, $22.00 hourly
Benefits:
Full-time

Reports to:

Director of Purchasing
Posting Opens:10/28/2026
Posting Closes: 11/11/2026

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Responsible for daily verification of accounts payable input
  • Responsible for generation of daily accounts payable checks, ACH transfers and confirmation and reconciliation of all payments sent to financial institutions along with posting of subsystem journals to general ledger
  • Reconcile daily Student Financial Services drawer activity to general ledger and bank records and follow up on any discrepancies
  • Monitor, organize and reconcile property tax collections along with tax abatement information and communicate effectively with local tax unit treasurers and assessors
  • Generate daily student financial subsystem journals, review, reconcile and post to general ledger
  • Assist financial services staff and budget control officers in resolution of budget checking errors and other questions.
  • Responsible for insuring the accurate and timely invoicing of external customers (Print and Mail Solution) by actual preparation and generation of invoices
  • Prepare journal vouchers, as requested, for all funds
  • Responsible for correspondence and mailing requirements as directed by the Director of Budget and Business Services, Controller, and Director of Purchasing
  • Manage the day-to-day activities with the College’s office supplies vendor and order adequate office supplies, check stock etc. needed for departments.
  • Completion of sales tax exemption forms
  • Supervise Financial Services student assistant(s)
  • Prepare and maintain Certificate of Insurance requests and responses
  • Assist in creating and maintaining supplier records, ensuring compliance with college policies, and facilitating the onboarding for new suppliers
  • Preparing reports and conducting analysis on procurement activities, including cost savings.
  • Maintain and investigate calls and emails coming into the main purchasing line and email address.
  • Maintain and keep up to date all purchasing records in Preceptive Content.
  • Prepare Board of Trustees Report monthly for review by Director of Purchasing.
  • Serve as initial point of contact for Financial Services and direct individuals accordingly
  • Regular attendance during normal scheduled hours is required. Being present is essential for serving customers and performing the essential functions of this position.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned
JOB SPECIFICATIONS Educational Credentials
  • Associate's degree or comparable combination of relevant education and experience
Work Experience
  • Minimum of three (3) years or more years of accounts payable/receivables, budgeting, accounting, or purchasing experience required
  • Finalists must possess excellent proofreading skills and have aptitude for detailed work. A skills assessment may be required.
Skills
  • Proficient computer skills-Windows computing environment, Word, Excel and general keyboarding ability and willingness to learn College Wide Information System
  • Ability to respond courteously and appropriately to telephone and personal inquiries
  • Accurate use of ten key calculator
Physical Demands
  • Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds
  • Ability to sit for extended periods of time
Mental Demands
  • Willing and able to work as a member of a team
  • Ability to perform daily routines and unexpected duties with minimum supervision
  • Must be able to work flexible hours as needed
Working Conditions
  • GRCC will comply with any mandated health and safety requirements.…
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