Accountant – Wheeler Administration

Michigan Association of School Boards; Michigan; On-site; USD 63,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

L’Anse Creuse Public Schools is seeking an Accountant to manage district accounting, fixed assets, and grant reporting, reporting to the Supervisor for Finance. The role requires strong Excel skills and AS400 experience.

Responsibilities include month-end entries, bank reconciliations, payroll reporting, 1099/W2 processing, and assisting with audits. Must have 2-5 years district finance experience or a related degree.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting and 2-5 years of school finance experience.
• Associates degree in business with 2-5 years district accounting experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and MS Office; AS400 experience preferred.
• Alternatives to above qualifications may be acceptable per Board of Education.

Responsibilities

• Maintain fixed assets accounting for the district.
• Assist with federal, state, and local cost reports.
• Prepare 1099s and assist with W2 processing.
• Support payroll reporting and 403(b)/457 uploads.
• Prepare month-end journal entries for governmental funds.
• Reconcile bank statements as needed.
• Manage AS400 tasks and district budgeting reports.
• Assist with grants reporting and annual audits.
• Oversee procurement card reporting and GL cost adjustments.

Skills

Excel

Microsoft Office

Financial reporting

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in accounting

Associates degree in business

Tools

AS400

Budgeting software

Job description

Deadline: October 2, 2026
District/Organization: L’Anse Creuse Public Schools
Position/Type: Other, full time
Salary: $63,343.99 – $66,677.88 per year

POSITION TITLE: Accountant

REPORTS TO: Supervisor for Finance

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Other duties may be assigned.

• Responsible for the accounting of fixed assets for the district.
• Assists Supervisor for Finance on completion of federal, state and local cost reports.(SE-4096, SE-4094, etc)
• Preparation of 1099’s and assists with W2 processing
• Assist with payroll reporting activities such as payroll taxes, 403(b)/457 upload process.
• Prepares month end journal entries for the various governmental funds.
• Assists with bank reconciliations, as needed.
• AS400 activities such as vendor maintenance, FID allocation maintenance, etc.
• Assist with preparation of budgets and reporting for assigned grants, process adjustments and works with Accounting Coordinator and Supervisor for Finance to assure adherence to grant requirements of federal, state and local agencies.
• Assists with annual audit on assigned areas.
• Assists with managing platforms such as Schoolpay, Square, Eleyo, Ref Pay, etc
• Responsible for cash receipts, accounts receivable and prepares year-end receivable and deferred revenue reports.
• Assist with Purchase Cardreporting
• Responsible for working with departments/buildings to process in AS400 budget transfers, general ledger cost adjustments, budget uploads, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to performthe essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting with 2-5 years school finance experience preferred
• Minimum of an Associates degree in business with 2-5 years of school district accounting experience required
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, pivot tables, etc) and other Microsoft applications. AS400 experience preferred.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of mangers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES

Proficiency with micro computer applications and office supervisory experience required. Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in specific field. Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear and operate a computer. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, such as payroll reports. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Position usually demands meeting deadlines with severe time constraints.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A. D. A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.