Bookkeeper State Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

POSITION DESCRIPTION
 

The major responsibilities of this position entail all bookkeeping procedures involved in maintaining internal activity accounts, collection of all monies, writing checks and banking, processing supply requisitions and repair work orders, maintaining supply and equipment inventories, working with bookstore and fundraising sales, and possibly assisting with budget control.
The person in this position also has the shared responsibility for typing correspondence, notices, announcements, and numerous other reports; maintaining child accounting and immunization records, making appointments involving school personnel and parents, and other duties as assigned.

DISTRICT OVERVIEW:
Livonia Public Schools employs approximately 1,800 staff members, serving approximately 13,100 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 $185 million, with a state funding of $10,050 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.

Additionally, the children of employees living outside the district's attendance boundaries are eligible to attend Livonia Public Schools via schools of choice if working more than 20 hours/week.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

The following is a list of minimum qualifications for this position, any one of which may be waived by the Administration in exercising its prerogative to determine qualifications:

• Demonstrated bookkeeping skills, including excellent mathematical skills
• Ability to compose documents using Microsoft Word
• Ability to create and work with financial spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel
• Must be proficient in operating various other business office machines such as calculators, printers, fax machines, etc.

• Ability to communicate effectively with others in person, by telephone, through e-mail, and other written communications

CONDITION 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 August 24, 2026. Position will remain open until filled with qualified candidate.  
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.