Frontline Applicant Tracking - Livonia Public Schools

Openings as of 4/14/2025
Secretarial/Clerical

BOOKKEEPER - FINANCE DEPARTMENT - LEVEL I -12 MONTHS (8 HOURS/DAY)

JobID: 2292

Position Type:
  Secretarial/Clerical/Level I  Bookkeeper


Date Posted:
  2/20/2025


Location:
  CENTRAL OFFICE - BUSINESS OFFICE


Date Available:
  ASAP


Closing Date:
  02/27/2025


  
POSITION DESCRIPTION

Livonia Public Schools is seeking a Bookkeeper to join the Finance Department.  The Finance Department is responsible for all the financial operations of the district including payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, grant management, budget development and monitoring, and implementation of internal controls. Specific responsibilities of the Bookkeeper will be assigned based on candidate strengths, experience, and qualifications. 

DISTRICT OVERVIEW:

Livonia Public Schools employs approximately 1,900 staff members, serving approximately 13,300 students pre-K – post secondary. There are 15 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 3 high schools, 1 career technical center, 1 early childhood center, and 1 vocational and transition center in the school district. The annual budget for Livonia Public Schools is $175 million, with a state funding of $9,608 per pupil.

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH LIVONIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS:
 
Newly hired public school employees are eligible for a traditional pension and tax-deferred retirement savings accounts with an employer matching contribution. The pension component guarantees you monthly retirement benefit payments over your lifetime once you meet age and service requirements. Additionally, as a new public-school employee, you will be automatically enrolled in a Personal Healthcare Fund (PHF), which is a portable, tax-deferred investment account that can be used to pay for healthcare expenses in retirement. Livonia Public Schools will contribute a dollar-for-dollar match on the first 2% you contribute.
 
As an employee of Livonia Public Schools, you will be a part of a team working together in a positive work climate and a culture of mutual respect to support the successful education of children. Beyond the satisfaction of knowing you’re helping thousands of students grow and learn, you will also have the satisfaction of knowing you are a team member with Livonia Public Schools, which means you will have the following perks of employment available to you:
• Medical insurance, including prescription drug coverage: 
  • The district’s contribution is the maximum allowed by Michigan law.
  • Family coverage eligibility for employees working 30 hours or more per week.
  • Single coverage eligibility for employees working 20 hours but less than 30 per week.
  • Optional “cash in lieu” of medical insurance for those who qualify.
• Dental, vision, and life insurance: 
  • The district pays 100% of the premium for all employees who have family coverage at 30 hours/week and single coverage at 20 hours/week.
• Long-term disability coverage:
  • The district pays 100% of the premium for employees working 20 hours or more per week. 
•  Employee Assistance Program for employees and their eligible family members. 
  • Completely confidential, short-term counseling service that utilizes a practical approach toward problem resolution and is available 7 days a week, with no cost to the employee.
• Paid holidays; earned vacation, sick, and bereavement days.
• Longevity pay.
• Paid “act of God” days, such as snow days.
• Opportunity for career advancement.
 
Additionally, the children of employees living outside the district’s attendance boundaries are eligible to attend Livonia Public Schools via schools of choice.
 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
 
• General bookkeeping knowledge as well as familiarity with general business office functions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger
• Excellent mathematical skills with high attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to independently analyze and resolve problems
• Self-motivated; ability to work with minimal supervision
• Strong computer skills; proficient in developing and using Office Products such as Excel and Word
• Knowledge of or demonstrated ability to learn Michigan Public School Accounting Manual
• Excellent time management skills to meet weekly, semi-monthly, monthly, and year-end deadlines
• Evidence of ability to establish positive working relationships with coworkers and all stakeholders
• Superior verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and ability
 
MAJOR FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
 
• Creates a welcoming and positive office climate and culture
• Assists with the day-to-day operations of the Business Office
• Generates reports and compiles data as needed to assist administration in financial decision-making processes
• Performs semi-monthly, monthly, quarterly, and year-end reconciliations as assigned
• Learns and understands account code structure and apply that knowledge in daily duties including reviewing transactions for accuracy
• Provides guidance, support and training to staff on business office functions
• Perform business office processes, implement process improvements, and ensure proper controls are in place to safeguard the district’s assets.
• Assists in fiscal year-end and prepares audit schedules related to areas of responsibility
• Executes other duties and assumes other responsibilities as assigned by the Chief Financial Officer, Finance Manager or designee
 
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Specific details involved in the position will be discussed with the administrator during the interview and at the time of hiring for the position.
 
Salary and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Agreement between the Livonia Public Schools School District and the Livonia Secretarial Association, Michigan Education Association.

APPLICATIONS: 

Applicants must complete and submit an application through Applitrack, available on the Livonia Public Schools webpage.   The deadline for applications is minimally February 27, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.  This posting will remain open until filled.


The Livonia Public Schools School District prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or transgender status), national origin, age, height, weight, marital status, handicap, or disability in any of its educational programs or activities.  The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or transgender status), national origin, age, height, weight, and marital status-Director of Human Resources, 15125 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154 at (734) 744-2566.  The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding discrimination based on handicap or disability-Director of Student Services, 15125 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154 at (734) 744-2524.

 
 

 


Attachment(s):
• Bookkeeper Finance 2-19-25.pdf



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