Job Details

Provides high-quality business services for the benefit of the West Shore Educational Service District and other K-12 districts that purchase business services through cooperative service agreements. This position requires a high degree of organizational skills, the handling of confidential information, frequent interaction with all levels of district employees, vendors, outside agencies, and the general public; excellent written and verbal communication skills, and a commitment to outstanding customer service in the performance of all job duties. West Shore Educational Service District employs this position to perform business and accounting services for local K-12 school district(s).

• Preparation of all financial statements and records of the local district, as well as the preparation of external reports in accordance with federal, state, and district requirements, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and the Michigan Department of Education (MDE) Accounting Manual.
• Oversee and support day-to-day business operations and associated personnel, including payroll, accounts receivable, accounts payable, budgeting, general accounting, and cash flow management.
• Provide guidance and support to district administrators on financial matters, including budget development, forecasting, and long-term planning.
• Establish and monitor internal controls and accounting procedures to ensure compliance and safeguard
  district assets.
• Prepare journal entries and perform general ledger reconciliations
• Assist with monitoring taxable values, allocating tax distributions, collecting and balancing tax revenue, and filing required tax forms.
• Oversee invoicing processes and ensure accurate recording and distribution of revenues across district funds.
• Support the development and implementation of district and ESD policies and procedures to improve operational efficiency.