Oakland Schools is hiring: Accounting Technician in Clawson

POSITION OPENING: Accounting Technician IN THIS ROLE: An energetic and collaborative team member to work closely with assigned departments to carry out the processing of accounts payable, general accounting, and assist with payroll. You will review and process all vendor invoices, employee reimbursements and other authorized disbursements, as well as assisting with the process of employee timesheets. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to gain hands-on experience and make a real impact! WHAT WE NEED: Maintain accurate and complete accounts payable records and files Assist in the processing of 1099 forms Process journal entries as directed, including reoccurring vouchers and/or journal entries Participate in preparation of the annual audit including Excel year-end audit schedules and/or PowerPoint presentations Prepare various monthly, quarterly and annual accounting/financial reports, as assigned Work cooperatively and maintain communication with other departments and external parties including vendors to resolve problems and exchange information Prepare assigned bank reconciliations and conduct research necessary to resolve discrepancies Coordinate, process and record business office deposits while safekeeping the assets Complete 3rd party reconciliations and postings Support and train personnel on the purchasing/financial software application WHAT YOU NEED: High school diploma or GED. Two years of experience in an environment that is process oriented and includes knowledge of a data entry software system, or other equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired. Proficient in financial software Knowledge utilizing Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. Michigan School Business Official (MSBO) Business Office Specialist certification preferred. * * * * SALARY DETAILS: $22.10 - $25.63 hourly based on relevant prior work experience, with the potential to earn up to $27.59 after employment with Oakland Schools. Non-Exempt position / 12-month work year. * * WHY WORK FOR OS? Oakland Schools offers a great benefits package for our employees! What we provide includes: The opportunity to enroll in a pension plan to help ensure your financial security. Quality health insurance, dental, and vision plans. Generous vacation and leave time so you can have a healthy work-life balance. OS-paid coverage for life insurance, short and long-term disability, and well-being benefits including access to an Employee Assistance Program for staff and dependents. The opportunity to buy optional health savings accounts (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), pet insurance, legal insurance, college savings plans, and tax-sheltered annuity (TSA) plans. OS provides the ability to get involved within the organization and advance your skill set with education development. This position may be eligible to participate in the Flexible Work Program, which allows eligible employees to perform their job duties from a designated alternative location up to two days per week. LOCATION: Clawson Public Schools 626 Phillips Ave Clawson, MI 48017 * * WHO WE ARE: Oakland Schools (OS) is an intermediate school district (ISD) focused on providing educational and technology services to local school dis