Job Information
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.