Team Lead, Business Services
ABOUT US AND OUR CULTURE
At the Genesee Intermediate School District, we are collaborators, leaders, educators, and support staff delivering instructional programs and services in general education, special education, and career technical education to 64,000 students, their families, and over 8,500 educators. GISD values its staff and cultivates positivity in the workplace as we all work together to carry out our mission of leadership, service, and innovation ? partnering for success!
GISD promotes a collaborative work environment with a strong emphasis on teamwork and professional growth. We are committed to fostering a positive and supportive culture where all staff members feel valued and respected. Our dedication to professional development is demonstrated through initiatives such as resources for professional learning, mentorship programs, and leadership skill development. We are devoted to creating a thriving organizational culture that benefits not only our staff, but also the students and families we serve.
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GISD Standards, Personalized Service and Quality Programs
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Salary: $46,667 - $63,893 - commensurate with experience and qualifications
Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package includes health insurance with five different plans, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, voluntary insurance options, and a supplemental life program. Employees are entitled to sick time, vacation time, bereavement days, holidays, and longevity pay. Flexible spending accounts (FSA) or healthcare savings accounts (HSA) are available based on the elected medical plan. Additionally, retirement savings plans are provided through the State of Michigan Office of Retirement Services (ORS). These benefits are available after just one full day of employment.
LOCATION
2110 W Hill Rd
Flint, MI 48507
ROLE AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES
The Business Services Team Leader assists with the management of the district's financial information and the department's day-to-day operations under the supervision of the Coordinator of Accounting and Business Services Management, Shared-Time Director of Business Services, Assistant Superintendent for Business Services, or as assigned. Performs a variety of administrative accounting and applies accounting principles and methods in maintaining the fiscal records and systems of Genesee Intermediate School District and/or local districts.
Essential Duties (May include, but not limited to):
- Serves as a liaison between department staff and Business Services Management or local district administration.
- Prepares complex financial and statistical reports for the Business Services Leadership and Boards of Education.
- Coordinates and prepares data for budget development, salary and insurance cost projections, and contract negotiations.
- Maintains a working knowledge of all accounting areas of operation within the Business Services department.
- Oversees the balances for various accounting procedures.
- Utilizes Microsoft Excel and SchoolsOPEN software to enter and receive information such as financial and/or personnel data.
- Designs and develops complex computerized reports using Access, report builders and spreadsheets.
- Oversees and ensures financial information accuracy.
- Reviews and verifies bank transactions prepared by other business staff.
- Analyzes and solves complex accounting transactions.
- Serves in an active role in monitoring SchoolsOPEN user groups.
- Provides assistance to supervisor in analyzing accounting, payroll and finance procedures and recommends solutions to problems.
- Assists in preparation for year-end procedures and implementation of new year.
- Assists with audit preparation.
- Reconciles cash accounts to the general ledger.
- Manages balance sheet reconciliation.
- Oversees and verifies electronic funds transfers.
- Provides leadership, training and oversight to other business services team members, as directed by immediate supervisor.
- Represents the district as a member of the Genesee Area School Business Officials (GASBO) and the Michigan School Business Officials (MSBO).
- Meets accounting operational standards by contributing financial information to strategic plans and reviews; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; identifying system improvements.
- May maintain a specific area of operation (payroll, accounts receivable (A/R), accounts payable (A/P), general ledger (G/L)) as assigned by the immediate supervisor.
- Prepares cash flow analysis for district borrowing as needed.
- Ensures that district grant funds are spent in accordance with grant guidelines and requirements.
- Prepares financial reports for Medicaid Administrative Outreach Claims.
Other Duties:
- Assists as a backup in accounting functions outside of essential duties.
- Assists in preparation of special projects.
- Composes and prepares correspondence.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Associates degree required. Bachelor's degree accounting, business management or related field preferred. Coursework in accounting and business management at the advanced level required. Documented /demonstrated related work experience may be considered as part of Bachelor's degree criteria. Graduate credit attained beyond a bachelor's degree desired.
Experience: Minimum five years experience in accounting and/or business management required or demonstrated skills to successfully perform essential duties. Experience with SchoolsOPEN software preferred.
Skills/Other: Ability to work with a high degree of detail under the pressure of externally-imposed deadlines and with frequent interruption. Ability to pass proficiency testing at the intermediate level in the use of Microsoft 2010 Word, Access, and Excel, business math and spelling required. Ability to utilize district technology and work to maintain proficiency, as skill sets change with technology and/or the needs of the district. Thorough knowledge of accounting principles. Demonstrated knowledge of full general ledger requirements. Ability to work with an integrated accounting system with the specific understanding of the effects on transactions and their impact on the financial records. Ability to solve complex problems logically and effectively, to work independently, to manage multiple tasks and demonstrate effective time management skills. Excellent oral, written, electronic and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to work a flexible workday, work week, and work year. Punctuality and good attendance are requirements for the position. Demonstrated mental/physical ability and stamina for meeting the essential duties of the position. Discretion with confidential information. Represents the district in a professional manner at all times. Works successfully as a member of the team. Excellent customer service skills and the ability to maintain a calm, poised and professional image at all times. Demonstrate honesty, integrity, and professionalism at all times. Ability to exercise good judgment and make decisions in accordance with board policies and established administrative guidelines.
DEADLINE AND APPLICATION PROCESS
Current GISD employees who wish to apply for the vacancy should apply online using the job postings link accessible from the home page of the GISD website. Under the job postings category, select the link titled Current Genesee ISD Employees - click here for vacancies, located under the "Internal Staff" heading.
