Accountant

At Wayland Union Schools we strive to teach, inspire and challenge our children to become caring contributors, lifelong learners, and critical thinkers prepared to embrace all of tomorrow’s opportunities.

We have established a student focused culture by encouraging collaboration with all employees. We are 1:1 with Apple iPads in grades K-12 and are able to provide our students with support and enrichment that will prepare them for college and/or the workplace. Would you like to be part of a district that only hires the elite to teach and inspire our future? It all starts here!

Qualifications:

• B.A. /B.S. in accounting or related field
• A minimum of five years’ experience in a Michigan public school finance/business office preferred or previous fund accounting experience.
• Accounts payable and payroll experience are a plus.
• Knowledge of the Michigan Public Schools Accounting Manual (Bulletin 1022) is preferred.
• Computer literacy, especially work with spreadsheets and financial statements
• Excel/spreadsheet proficient (test when interviewed) (Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required.)
• Ability to work independently, solve problems, meet deadlines, and make good decisions under established policies and procedures required.
• Ability to communicate cooperatively, effectively, and positively with staff and external entities required.
• Ability to manage a busy workload, multiple projects and meet deadlines required.
• Demonstrate professionalism, reliable attendance, and confidentiality

Responsibilities & Duties:

Assist with the management of the financial affairs of the District including but not limited to:

• Bank reconciliations and journal entries.
• Utilize financial system for detailed fiscal monitoring, including budget allocations and monthly board reports, indirect costs, and grant/contract data
• Coordinate federal, state, and district grant accounting activities, ensuring compliance and documentation maintenance
• Review and approve monetary draws on federal and state grant funds, and request quarterly, monthly, and annual grant drawdowns and reimbursements
• Create and assign general ledger distribution account codes for all employees, including grant-funded employees
• Assist with budget development, financial planning, and recommendations for budget shortfalls
• Arrange and maintain a proper system of internal controls over financial transactions and processes.
• Assist administrators with program budget development and expenditures and monitor entities Cash Flow
• Maintain financial records according to GAAP, GASB, and Board Policy, perform month-end closing activities, reconcile liability accounts monthly, and track capital asset additions and deletions for reporting purposes.
• Monitor district accounts payable and prepaid expense accounts, and review vendor invoices and purchase orders for accuracy
• Monitor districts accounts receivable accounts, and review receipts and supporting documentation for accuracy
• Prepare various financial reports as requested, including Medicaid cost reports, FID reporting, and annual financial reports, perform year-end closing activities and post accrual journal entries, and Prepare the Schedule of Expenditures for Federal Awards (SEFA) for the annual audit
• Assist with ORS reporting, ACA maintenance and reporting
• Back-up payroll processing, year-end payroll processing, accounts payable and receivable and other payroll and benefits tasks
• Collect and compile information for annual financial audits, including required documentation
• Assist with contract management activities by organizing, reviewing, and maintaining records, and ensuring accuracy and timely execution

Perform other assignments as designated by the Assistant Superintendent of Finance & Operations

Terms of Employment: Full-time, year-round position with benefits
Non-Affiliated position, Non-Affiliated Handbook
Subject to passing post offer background checks