Business Office Support Specialist I

Genesee-Intermediate-School-District; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick days

Personal Business days

Vacation days

Bereavement Leave

Health plan (Blue Cross Blue Shield -M

Dental and Vision Coverage

Life, disability insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Genesee Intermediate School District is seeking a Business Office Support Specialist I to perform accounting procedures including payroll, accounts receivable, and general ledger tasks. You may handle deposits, reconciliations, and reporting, and assist with budgets and financial analyses.

The role supports multiple districts, uses SchoolsOPEN software, and requires confidentiality and strong Excel/Word skills. Schedule is 7.5 hours/day, 261 days/year, with rich benefits.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s degree in accounting, business management, or related field required; Bachelor’s degree preferred. Five+ years of school accounting may be considered in lieu.
• Experience: Two years of accounting experience preferred. Experience with SchoolsOPEN software desirable.
• Key Skills: Strong accounting knowledge; proficiency in Word and Excel (intermediate); ability to create spreadsheets and presentations; problem-solving, time management, communication, and teamwork skills; ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, maintain confidentiality, and work with integrated accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and supports accounting operations (payroll, accounts receivable, finance, general ledger, etc.), balancing accounts, verifying financial data, processing bank transactions, and assisting with budgets.
• Utilizes accounting software and Microsoft Office tools to enter data, develop spreadsheets, create reports and presentations, and distribute complex financial and statistical reports.
• Analyzes and resolves accounting, payroll, and financial issues while collaborating with district personnel, administrators, and team members to ensure accurate reporting and compliance.
• Provides technical assistance, training, documentation, and support to constituent districts, including active participation in user groups and staff development initiatives.
• Performs administrative and project support duties, including preparing correspondence, assisting with special projects, maintaining confidentiality, and modeling professionalism, leadership, and teamwork.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Excel (intermediate)

Word

Multitasking

Communication

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Problem-solving

Presentations

Education

Associate degree in accounting, business management, or related field

Bachelor's degree preferred

Five+ years school accounting experience may be considered in lieu

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

SchoolsOPEN software

Job description

About Us

At Genesee Intermediate School District (GISD), we’re more than educators. We are innovators, collaborators, and community builders serving over 64,000 students and 8,500 educators across the region. Whether it’s general education, special education, or career technical education, we lead with purpose and partnership to make a meaningful difference every day.

Learn more about our culture and programs by clicking here.

Position Summary

The Business Office Support Specialist I performs various accounting procedures for the Genesee Intermediate School District (GISD) and constituent districts. May be responsible for preparing payroll, accounts receivable, general ledger, trust and agency accounts, grant monitoring, compliance calculations, Medicaid reporting, USF and finance procedures, as well as preparing financial reports. May be responsible for preparing deposits, reconciling accounts, check reconciliations, designing report writers and developing spreadsheets.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s degree in accounting, business management, or a related business field required; Bachelor’s degree preferred. Five or more years of successful school accounting experience may be considered in lieu of the education requirement. Coursework in advanced accounting, economics, finance, math, and statistics preferred.


• Experience: Two years of accounting experience preferred. Experience with SchoolsOPEN software desirable.


• Key Skills: Strong accounting knowledge; proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel (intermediate level); ability to create spreadsheets and presentations; problem-solving, time management, communication, and teamwork skills; ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, maintain confidentiality, and work effectively with integrated accounting systems.


• Maintains and supports accounting operations (payroll, accounts receivable, finance, general ledger, etc.), balancing accounts, verifying financial data, processing bank transactions, and assisting with budgets.


• Utilizes accounting software and Microsoft Office tools to enter data, develop spreadsheets, create reports and presentations, and distribute complex financial and statistical reports.


• Analyzes and resolves accounting, payroll, and financial issues while collaborating with district personnel, administrators, and team members to ensure accurate reporting and compliance.


• Provides technical assistance, training, documentation, and support to constituent districts, including active participation in user groups and staff development initiatives.


• Performs administrative and project support duties, including preparing correspondence, assisting with special projects, maintaining confidentiality, and modeling professionalism, leadership, and teamwork.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Range:$22.33-$28.61/hr, commensurate with experience

Work Schedule: 7.5 hours per day, 261 days per year

Paid Time Off:

• Sick days - 12


• Personal Business days - 3


• Vacation days - 13


• Bereavement Leave

Insurance:

Employees are eligible for the following insurance benefits after one full day of employment:

• Comprehensive health plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield - MESSA


• Dental and Vision Coverage (no cost to employee and qualifying family members)


• Life, short-term and long-term disability benefits


• Additional coverages; supplemental benefit options, additional life insurance and pet insurance

Retirement: Two plan options through the 15th largest pension system in the United States, Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS)

Additional Benefits:

• Professional Development opportunities


• Longevity pay after 10 years of service

Why Grow With Us?

• We value each other, support one another, and celebrate every win.


• We don’t just talk about growth, we support it with mentorship, tuition reimbursement, and leadership opportunities that help you shape your future.


• Wellness and support programs that promote a healthy work-life balance, including an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness opportunities, and paid community service time.


• Make a direct impact on the lives of students and families.


• Be a part of an employee-focused culture that believes “People are our Greatest Asset.”

Genesee Intermediate School District is proud of our inclusive and supportive culture that encourages growth, celebrates teamwork, and embraces new ideas. Through our mission of leadership, service, innovation, and partnering for success, we offer meaningful professional development, mentorship, and leadership opportunities that help you grow personally and professionally.

Questions Along the Way?

If you have questions about the role, the hiring process, or GISD’s culture, reach out at any time!

Human Resources: 810-591-4260

Email: [e-mail]

Equal Employment Opportunity

Genesee Intermediate School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status in its programs or employment practices.