Business Manager

Superior Central Schools

POSITION OPENING

2024-2025 School Year

POSITION: Business Manager

HOURS: 7:30 am – 3:30 pm (hours may vary)

DAYS: 220 days – 12 month position

REPORTS TO: Superintendent

SALARY: $60,000

SUMMARY:

The Business Manager is responsible for all financial functions of the district in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and school district policy. This includes budgeting, financial accounting, financial analysis, internal and external reporting, cash management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, contract administration, payroll and employee benefits.

PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS:

· Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.

· Successful experience working in school finance.

· Eligible for Certification through MSBO.

· Knowledgeable and proficient in Microsoft Office and computer systems for accounting and payroll.

· Knowledge of auditing, budgeting and analysis, and state and federal grant guidelines.

· Strong analytical, detail oriented and critical thinking skills.

· Ability to use independent judgement, exercise flexibility, and make crucial decisions with little oversight while in accordance with district policies and procedures.

· Ability to work under pressure and multi-task with frequent interruptions and time constraints.

· Ability to handle confidential information.

· Presence on the job is an employee’s fundamental obligation. Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance is required.

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

· Responsible for the daily financial activities of the school, including budgets, accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing, payroll, benefits, and contract and grant compliance.

· Development, preparation and ongoing analysis of District budgets, including presentation materials for the Board of Education.

· Preparation of monthly financial statements for the Board of Education.

· Provide accurate accounting and strong internal control for all District funds.

· Analyzes District’s short and long-term cash flow as needed, including regular reporting, recommends borrowing as necessary, and performs all duties to complete successful borrowing.

· Ensures that the District meets all state and federal reporting requirements, such as the annual audit, continuing disclosure, single audit, Financial Information Database (FID), budget transparency reporting, grant reporting and all other financial reports.

· Implements the District policy/procedures related to finance and purchasing.

· Reconciles property taxes including analysis by the municipality, delinquent tax payments, and form L4029.

· Attend meetings and present as appropriate (Board of Education meetings, contract negotiations, staff meetings, etc.).

· This list is intended to describe the essential job functions, the general supplemental functions, and the essential requirements for the performance of this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements. Other functions may be assigned and the Superintendent retains the right to add or change the duties at any time.

Application: Interested candidates should apply by submitting a letter of application, resume, and three letters of recommendation to: Mr. Bill Valima, P.O. Box 148, Eben Junction, MI 49825 or via email at bvalima@superiorcentralschools.org

Closing Date for Application: Friday, March 8, 2024, or until filled

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Eben Junction, MI 49825: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person