ALIQUIPPA SCHOOL DISTRICT

Position Description

Title:               Business Manager – 12 Month Contracted Position
Reports to:     Superintendent
Location:        Administration Office
 
Position Description
Manage and oversee the business and physical plant support operations of a school district with an enrollment of approximately 1,100 students and a budget of  33 million dollars. 
 
Qualifications
B.S. Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance.  CPA and MBA preferred.   Three to five years supervisory experience in a public school district.  Experience with the ProSoft (windows-based) financial system a plus. Strong oral and written communication skills are required.

Business Manager Performance Responsibilities:

• Prepare and coordinate the development of the District’s annual budget.
• Accurately maintain the financial records of the District.
• Supervise and oversee the following Business Office operations –
• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable
• Payroll
• Investments
• Employee Benefits Administration
• Bid Preparation
• Tax Collection
• Debt Service
• Prepare monthly financial reports.
• Conduct and oversee monthly financial account reconciliations.
• Arrange and oversee financial audits conducted by government agencies or independent audits.
• Prepare financial information as needed for collective bargaining agreements.
• Maintain District compliance with Act 1 and any other state/federal regulatory guidelines or laws.
• Participate in District planning and leadership efforts as determined by the Superintendent or Board of School Directors.
• Provide direct oversight of various District divisions including: Physical Plant, Food Service, Transportation, and such other operations as deemed necessary by the Superintendent and the Board of School Directors.
• Assist the Superintendent in identifying, planning, and establishing the goals, objectives and direction of District Physical Plant management.
• Other duties as directed.

Terms of Employment:

• All state and/or federal criminal history and child abuse clearances are required.
• 12 month contracted position.