Overview
Position Details
Accounting Technician
Okemos Public Schools is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounting Technician to join the Finance/Business Office team. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and supporting core accounting functions. This full-time position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. The Accounting Technician works in compliance with established policies, procedures, and practices while utilizing the district’s financial software system to process transactions and maintain assigned general ledger accounts accurately and in a timely manner.
Key Responsibilities
1. Review and verify vendor invoices for accuracy, proper documentation, and authorization prior to entry into the financial system
2. Schedule and process payments via ACH or check, ensuring timely disbursement and avoidance of late fees
3. Respond to vendor and internal stakeholder inquiries regarding invoice status, payments, and billing discrepancies; resolve issues as needed
4. Provide purchasing support, including assistance with vendor setup, vendor files, purchase orders, and financial software support; monitor and close purchase orders at year-end
5. Generate and distribute invoices to customers and outside groups; process voids and adjustments; prepare and mail past-due notices and perform follow-up
6. Ensure compliance with district policies, financial regulations, and tax requirements, including 1099 reporting
7. Review and verify monthly credit card expenditures to ensure charges are supported by proper documentation
8. Assist staff with credit card setup, limit changes, dispute resolution, and compromised card issues
9. Process accounts receivable and cash receipts, including preparing deposits, verifying