District Services & Accounts Payable Specialist

Linden Community Schools; Linden (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Linden Community Schools is seeking an Accounts Payable and District Services Specialist to support the Business Office under the Director of Business Services. The role focuses on processing purchases and invoices, maintaining purchase orders, and assisting with year-end reporting and audits.

The position requires strong detail orientation, solid communication, and proficiency with Microsoft and Google tools, with confidentiality and teamwork as key attributes.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma; associate or bachelor in business/accounting preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft applications, Google G Suite, Chrome OS, and Windows Desktop; experience with information systems and third-party apps.
• Experience with state reporting and software upgrades; ability to collaborate with other departments.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work cooperatively with district staff.

Responsibilities

• Process purchases and requisitions into purchase orders submitted by site staff.
• Verify requisition approvals.
• Process invoices for payment after verification of conditions.
• Monitor open purchase orders and coordinate with district personnel and vendors.
• Prepare voucher check listings and a monthly master list for Board review.
• Assist with year-end reports and district audit documentation.
• Handle vendor inquiries regarding invoice payments.
• Assist with 1099 processing; maintain W-9 files.
• Perform other business office tasks as assigned by the Director of Business Services.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Associate or Bachelor’s in business or accounting (preferred)

Tools

Synergy

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Linden Community Schools is seeking an Accounts Payable and District Services Specialist to support the Business Office under the Director of Business Services. The role focuses on processing purchases and invoices, maintaining purchase orders, and assisting with year-end reporting and audits.

The position requires strong detail orientation, solid communication, and proficiency with Microsoft and Google tools, with confidentiality and teamwork as key attributes.