Pupil Accountant and Registrar

Supervisor Of Pupil Accounting

Livonia Public Schools is seeking an experienced, collaborative, and detail-oriented professional to serve as Supervisor of Pupil Accounting. This position is responsible for overseeing the district's comprehensive pupil accounting program, ensuring the accurate reporting of student enrollment, attendance, residency, and membership in compliance with all state and federal requirements. Serving one of Michigan's largest public school districts, the Supervisor of Pupil Accounting plays a vital role in safeguarding the integrity of student data, supporting equitable funding, and maintaining public trust through accurate and timely reporting.

The Supervisor provides involvement in all aspects of student enrollment and pupil membership, including official student count days, membership audits, enrollment procedures, residency verification, attendance reporting, and state reporting requirements. This position collaborates closely with school secretaries and administrators, district departments, and state agencies to develop and implement procedures that promote accuracy, consistency, and operational efficiency while ensuring adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and district policies.

The Supervisor of Pupil Accounting is committed to delivering exceptional service, fostering collaborative relationships, and ensuring that accurate student data supports the educational mission and financial stability of Livonia Public Schools.

Livonia Public Schools employs approximately 1,800+ staff members, serving approximately 13,100 students pre-K post-secondary. There are 15 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 3 high schools, 1 career technical center, 1 early childhood center, and 1 vocational and transition center in the School District. The annual budget for Livonia Public Schools is $180 million, with state funding of $10,050 per pupil.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Michigan pupil accounting laws, rules, and procedures, including student enrollment, residency, attendance, membership, and state reporting requirements.
• Experience in Michigan public school pupil accounting, student information systems, or educational data management is preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency with the MiSTAR Student Information System, including student enrollment, attendance, scheduling, reporting, and data management.
• Experience using Michigan Department of Education reporting systems and applications, including CEPI/Michigan Student Data System (MSDS), EEM, GAD, SID, TSDL, Section 25e, UIC, XML Editor, WCRESA Data Management Program, and other applicable state reporting systems.
• Thorough understanding of student count procedures, audit requirements, and state reporting timelines.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to analyze, validate, and reconcile complex student data.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret state statutes, administrative rules, and pupil accounting guidance.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet critical deadlines, and produce accurate work under time-sensitive conditions.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive, collaborative working relationships with district secretaries and administrators, building staff, parents, and state agencies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical requirements and provide guidance to school personnel.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including the ability to create reports, analyze data, and maintain accurate records.
• Demonstrated commitment to maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality, professionalism, and ethical handling of sensitive student information.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and manage complex responsibilities with minimal supervision.

• Exhibits a commitment to the District's Shared Vision and Collective Commitments.
• Provides leadership and oversight for all district pupil accounting, enrollment, and student data reporting functions to ensure accuracy, compliance, and exceptional customer service.
• Supervises and coordinates all student enrollment processes for general education, special education, preschool, and early childhood programs, ensuring compliance with state and federal membership requirements.
• Serves as the district expert on pupil accounting laws, regulations, and best practices, providing guidance, training, and support to district administrators, office personnel, and other stakeholders.
• Coordinates, validates, submits, and certifies all required student data collections and reports through the Michigan Student Data System (MSDS), including Fall, Spring, End-of-Year, Early Childhood, Early Roster, Student Record Maintenance, and other required submissions.
• Maintains the Educational…