Hybrid Accounting Technician: Reconciliations & Payables

State of Michigan; Lansing (MI); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Michigan Department of Corrections in Lansing is seeking an Accounting Technician to review and audit SIGMA payments, reconcile accounts, and assist with year-end activities. The role requires good knowledge of GAAP, contract interpretation, and experience with ledger postings.

The position offers a hybrid schedule (up to 50% remote) with mandatory in-office start for two weeks to train and learn the role. Applicants must meet education and experience requirements outlined in the spec.

Qualifications

• Educational background typically required: high school diploma; additional accounting coursework preferred.
• Experience: posting to ledger accounts, reconciling accounts, and preparing financial statements.
• Knowledge of GAAP and regulatory requirements; ability to interpret contract language.
• Ability to develop policies, procedures, and other software used in the position.

Responsibilities

• Review and audit SIGMA payments for accounts payable staff.
• Review transactions relating to Chart of Accounts and Encumbrances.
• Process journal vouchers and reconcile reports and vendor statements.
• Participate in fiscal year end activities.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Contract interpretation

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor’s degree with accounting credits

Tools

SIGMA

Job description

Michigan Department of Corrections in Lansing is seeking an Accounting Technician to review and audit SIGMA payments, reconcile accounts, and assist with year-end activities. The role requires good knowledge of GAAP, contract interpretation, and experience with ledger postings.

The position offers a hybrid schedule (up to 50% remote) with mandatory in-office start for two weeks to train and learn the role. Applicants must meet education and experience requirements outlined in the spec.