Business Services Coordinator

POSITION SUMMARY

Tecumseh Public Schools is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Business Services Coordinator to support the administration of financial operations. This position assists the Director of Business Services in maintaining accurate financial records, preparing reports, and supporting business functions to ensure the effective use of district resources.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist with maintaining financial records in compliance with district, state, and federal policies and regulations.
• Prepare monthly financial reports and other required reports for the District.
• Support accounting and bookkeeping functions for the Cafeteria Fund, Sinking Fund, Capital Project Funds, and Student Activity Funds, as directed.
• Code and record revenues accurately.
• Reconcile district bank accounts and other financial accounts.
• Assist with payroll processing and related reporting as needed.
• Support purchasing activities in coordination with the Director of Business Services.
• Assist in the development and monitoring of the District budget.
• Prepare grant-related financial reports and process reimbursement claims.
• Prepare and post journal entries as required.
• Reconcile financial reports and ensure accuracy of data.
• Assist auditors by preparing audit work papers and supporting documentation.
• Maintain knowledge of financial data processing systems and procedures.
• Assist in preparing Board of Education agenda items related to business services.
• Ensure timely submission of required reports to the Michigan Department of Education.
• Foster a positive work environment and employee morale.
• Effectively and consistently communicate and interact with staff and students.
• Attend all mandatory staff meetings, events, or training
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Business Services

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environment:

• Office environment with occasional travel to district buildings.
• May require attendance at evening meetings or events.
• Periodic participation in professional development activities.
• Intermittent interruptions. 
• The noise level in the work environment is at a low level. 

Physical Demands:

• Ability to physically perform tasks associated with the job description, including, but not limited to, the ability to stoop, bend, sit, stand, stretch, grasp, push, pull, walk, and lift up to 25lbs. 
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
•  Must be able to see, hear, and move intermittently or use prosthetics that will enable them to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in business services / financial management, preferably in a K-12 School District or Intermediate School District.

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Michigan School Business Officials Chief Financial Officer Certification preferred or willing to obtain within 3 years.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Proficient in a variety of current technologies and office software (i.e.,eFinance, Google Suite, etc.). 
• Efficient and accurate word processing and keyboarding skills. 
• Ability to keep records and compile reports while maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to establish effective rapport and maintain effective working relationships with administrators, teachers, parents, and other staff members.
• High moral character, integrity, and strong interpersonal communication skills
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Contract Salary Position, One-year contract term (July 1- June 30), 261 days a year

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Interested candidates should apply as soon as possible. This position will remain open until filled.

About the District

Tecumseh Public Schools is known for its excellence in academics and hard work in meeting the individual needs of each student. The guiding principle for our district, Every Student. Every Day. where we put the best interests of our students at the forefront of all we do. Our district is committed to creating experiences that prepare students for lifelong learning.

OUR MISSION: The Tecumseh Public Schools community will empower every student, every day, for life success with flexible opportunities in diverse learning environments

OUR VISION: Inspiring students to become empowered, innovative individuals

BELIEF STATEMENTS: We believe...

• Every student deserves an outstanding education.
• An engaged community is the backbone of our success.
• In the development of the whole child.

Learn more about Tecumseh Public Schools, please visit our website at https://www.tps.k12.mi.us/

Salary : $75,000 - $89,000