Business Office Support Specialist I

Memspa; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (BCBS – MESSA)

Dental and Vision Coverage

Life, disability benefits

Professional Development opportunities

Longevity pay after 10 years

Job summary

Genesee Intermediate School District (GISD) is hiring a Business Office Support Specialist I to perform diverse accounting procedures for GISD and its districts. Responsibilities include payroll, accounts receivable, general ledger, grant monitoring, Medicaid reporting, and financial reporting.

The role may involve deposits, reconciliations, report design, and spreadsheet development, requiring an associates degree in accounting or related field and accounting experience.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in accounting, business management or related field required.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business management preferred.
• Five or more years of documented successful school accounting experience may be considered in lieu of the education requirement.
• Two years documented work experience in accounting preferred.
• Experience with SchoolsOPEN software desirable.

Responsibilities

• The Business Office Support Specialist I performs various accounting procedures for 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.

Skills

School accounting experience

Payroll processing

General ledger knowledge

Accounts receivable

Financial reporting

Education

Associate’s degree in accounting, business management or related field

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business management preferred

Two years accounting experience preferred

Coursework in advanced accounting, economics, finance, math and statistics

Tools

SchoolsOPEN software

Job description

Deadline: November 25, 2026
District/Organization: Genesee Intermediate School District
Position/Type: Other, full time
Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications

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.

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

• Associate’s degree in accounting, business management or related business field required. Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business management preferred.
• Five or more years of documented successful school accounting experience may be considered in lieu of the education requirement.
• Coursework in advanced accounting, economics, finance, math and statistics preferred.
• Two years documented work experience in accounting preferred.
• Experience with SchoolsOPEN software desirable.

Pay Range:

$21.89 – $28.05 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications

Paid Time Off:

• Sick days – 12
• Personal Business days – 3

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

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.