Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals (MASSP) · 2 days ago
Accounting Technician
Okemos, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expMichigan Association of Secondary School Principals (MASSP) is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounting Technician to join the Finance/Business Office team at Okemos Public Schools. The successful candidate will maintain accurate financial records, process transactions, and support core accounting functions.
EducationNon ProfitSecondary Education
Responsibilities
Review and verify vendor invoices for accuracy, proper documentation, and authorization prior to entry into the financial system
Schedule and process payments via ACH or check, ensuring timely disbursement and avoidance of late fees
Respond to vendor and internal stakeholder inquiries regarding invoice status, payments, and billing discrepancies; resolve issues as needed
Provide purchasing support, including assistance with vendor setup, vendor files, purchase orders, and financial software support; monitor and close purchase orders at year-end
Generate and distribute invoices to customers and outside groups; process voids and adjustments; prepare and mail past-due notices and perform follow-up
Ensure compliance with district policies, financial regulations, and tax requirements, including 1099 reporting
Review and verify monthly credit card expenditures to ensure charges are supported by proper documentation
Assist staff with credit card setup, limit changes, dispute resolution, and compromised card issues
Process accounts receivable and cash receipts, including preparing deposits, verifying account coding, monitoring allocations, and preparing required financial reports
Maintain vendor files and assist with annual 1099 processing
Perform year-end activities including account reconciliations, journal entries, preparation of audit schedules and documentation, and provide support to auditors as needed
Prepare and edit reports, forms, correspondence, and other materials, some of which may be confidential
Perform general office support tasks including handling correspondence and email, answering phones, maintaining files, sorting and distributing mail, and assisting with mailings
Support internal stakeholders with product setup and updates in RevTrak to facilitate streamlined school payments
Assist in evaluating, designing, implementing, and monitoring department systems and procedures to improve operational effectiveness
Process accounts receivable and cash receipts, including preparing deposits, verifying account coding, monitoring allocations, and preparing required financial reports
Stay current on accounting regulations and best practices
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Associate degree in accounting, business, or related field required
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas and basic data analysis
Ability to learn and adapt to new financial software and systems
Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and manage interruptions
Sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential information
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Commitment to providing responsive and professional customer service
Preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred
Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible accounting or bookkeeping experience preferred
Experience in a public school district or governmental accounting environment preferred
Experience working in an integrated financial/accounting system preferred
Company
Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals (MASSP)
Founded in 1911, the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals (MASSP) continues its work as a statewide organization devoted to promoting excellence in school leadership and advocating for education system improvements for the benefit of students, principals and schools throughout Michigan.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Margaret Helmer
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