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Berrien County Road Department - Purchasing & Administrative Support Specialist in St Joseph, Michigan

Purchasing & Administrative Support Specialist

  • $44,234 - $59,279/ Year
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Pension Plan

Duties:

  • Manages purchasing activities in compliance with county policies, including coordinating bids, waivers, purchase orders, and advertisements with Financial Services.
  • Maintains purchase orders in accounting systems and oversees vendor setup in accordance with procurement requirements.
  • Coordinates with Garage Foremen to procure aggregates and fuel.
  • Processes and audits employee time entry, ensuring accuracy of funding, pay codes, hours, and equipment usage; prepares, submits, reconciles, and posts bi-weekly payroll.
  • Maintains employee records, including master files, accruals, and reconciliations.
  • Supports financial operations by processing accounts receivable and bank deposits, reviewing and attaching documentation for employee expenses, and coordinating travel requests and County credit card use with Financial Services.
  • Assists with annual inventory, conducts periodic internal account audits, prepares special reports, and provides backup support for Finance Department staff.
  • This description is intended to illustrate the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. It may not be a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities required by a person so classified.

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or a closely related field; OR
  • Associate degree in accounting or a closely related field and two years of payroll experience and use of computer spreadsheets; OR
  • High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of four years of payroll experience, which includes three years of progressively more responsible experience working with computerized spreadsheet applications.

Special Requirements:

  • Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license with access to a reliable vehicle throughout the course of employment.
  • Candidate must successfully pass a pre-employment physical, including drug testing prior to employment.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

  • Working knowledge of governmental accounting principles, including GASB standards and GAAP, with the ability to apply them; familiarity with the State of Michigan Uniform Accounting Procedures Manual for County Road Commissions, or the ability to quickly develop and apply this knowledge.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Access.
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact professionally with employees, customers, and the public while maintaining confidentiality.
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze data, solve problems, research and resolve issues, and maintain accurate documentation.
  • Highly organized with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple responsibilities, and work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
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