Finance Operations Coordinator

Dexter Community Schools; Dexter (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania seeks a dynamic Fiscal Services Coordinator to support day-to-day district fiscal activities within the Business Office. This 12‑month, full‑time role handles general accounting, grant management, and internal controls under the CFO, partnering with vendors and auditors to ensure accuracy.

The position requires strong Excel skills, experience with grant accounting, and the ability to work independently in a small team, while maintaining confidentiality and professional judgment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in accounting or related field, or enrolled to pursue a bachelor's.
• Extensive experience with Microsoft Excel and data analysis.
• Experience with grant accounting and internal controls preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform general accounting duties including journal entries, reconciliations, and cash management.
• Assist with grant accounting, monitoring budgets and expenditures.
• Support accounts payable, payroll, POs, and purchasing cards.
• Review financial records and ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise professional judgment with sensitive data.
• Utilize software applications such as New World Systems, ARUX, Excel and Word.
• Coordinate with internal contacts, vendors, auditors, and granting agencies.
• Provide backup support and cross-train within the Business Office.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Education

Associate's Degree in accounting

Bachelor’s degree pursued or enrolled

Tools

New World Systems

ARUX

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Gmail

Google Docs

Job description

Sylvania seeks a dynamic Fiscal Services Coordinator to support day-to-day district fiscal activities within the Business Office. This 12‑month, full‑time role handles general accounting, grant management, and internal controls under the CFO, partnering with vendors and auditors to ensure accuracy.

The position requires strong Excel skills, experience with grant accounting, and the ability to work independently in a small team, while maintaining confidentiality and professional judgment.