Assistant Pupil Accounting Auditor

Assistant Pupil Accounting AuditorThe Assistant Pupil Accounting Auditor is a county-level role that supports the Pupil Accounting Auditor in ensuring accurate and compliant student data reporting in alignment with the Michigan Department of Education (MDE) Pupil Accounting Manual, federal requirements, and Michigan Student Data System (MSDS) standards. Working in close partnership with the Pupil Accounting Auditor, this position serves as the primary county-level technician expert in ensuring the integrity of enrollment, membership, residency, and funding data across all constituent districts, directly supporting equitable and accurate Foundation Allowance (FTE), Special Education, Career and Technical Education (CTE), and Early Childhood funding.Serving as a key technical partner to local districts, the specialist reviews and audits pupil accounting records, provides guidance and training to district staff, and strengthens consistent application of state reporting requirements. By ensuring high quality data and compliance, this position directly supports district operations, resource allocation and ultimately student success across Montcalm County.This position will train with the Pupil Accounting Auditor with the goal of promoting that role after meeting specific credentialing, experience, and job performance goals.The Assistant Pupil Accounting Auditor will:Ensure compliance with the Michigan Pupil Accounting Manual, including enrollment, membership, attendance, residency, and reporting requirements across Montcalm County.Review, validate, and certify student data submissions in the Michigan Student Data System (MSDS) in coordination with local districts and the ISD.Conduct audits of student-level enrollment, membership, and residency data to ensure accuracy and identify discrepancies.Reconcile Foundation Allowance (FTE) reporting and support accurate state aid calculations for constituent districts.Monitor and support districts' compliance with all official count days (Fall, Spring, Summer) and associated reporting timelines.Validate and maintain Unique Identification Codes (UIC) accuracy and resolve duplicate or inconsistent student records.Support interdistrict enrollment processes, including School of Choice, transfers, and cross district student movement tracking.Assist districts with residency verification processes, including affidavits, guardianship documentation, and audit requirements.Ensure accurate classification and reporting of special populations, including Special Education, Career and Technical Education (CTE), Early Childhood, and Alternative Education Students.Provide technical assistance and guidance to local district pupil accounting staff on MSDS, Student Information Systems, and state reporting procedures.Deliver training, documentation, and procedural support to ensure consistent pupil accounting practices across districts.Analyze student enrollment and membership data to identify trends, inconsistencies, and report risks.Develop and generate reports, summaries, and data extracts to support ISD oversight and district decision making.Support Early Childhood and other categorical program reporting, including eligibility verification and enrollment accuracy.Maintain strict confidentiality of student records and ensure compliance with FERPA and all applicable state and federal regulations.Be an active Michigan School Business Officials (MSBO) Member.Attend professional development for topics related to job duties.Consistent and reliable punctuality and attendance.Other duties as assigned by the Associate Superintendent of Instruction and Technology.Evaluations: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board of Education's Policy on Evaluation of Administrative Personnel.Additional Information: Adel DiOrio, Ed.

D. Associate Superintendent of Instruction & Technology Montcalm Area Intermediate School District or