BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR

 Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration and/or Municipal Finance
• NH Certification as a School Business Administrator or working towards certification 
• Three years’ experience in financial management accounting with at least one year in governmental/ municipal accounting
• Knowledge of NH school business processes preferred.

 

Reports To:    Superintendent of Schools

 

Supervises:    Supervises and evaluates all Business Office personnel and other staff as assigned

 

Job Goal:       To administer the business affairs of the School Administration Unit using financial resources efficiently and effectively to achieve the educational goals of the school districts.

 

Performance Responsibilities:

1. Manage jobs and project/work flow within the Business Office
2. Plan, prepare, and implement the annual budgets of the local school districts and SAU based upon resources and needs.
3. Coordinate and monitor all budget expenditures, and estimate local, state, and federal revenue for all local districts and the SAU.
4. Establish and maintain long-range and other fiscal plans.
5. Supervise the accounting system and oversee monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
6. Facilitate management control of all financial operations and funds, using appropriate technology.
7. Act as advisor to the superintendent on all matters relating to the business and financial affairs of the districts.
8. Timely preparation of monthly financial reports for school boards and timely preparation of State financial reports to ensure all deadlines are met.
9. Organize data for school audits and prepare Management Discussion & Analysis for annual audits.
10. Oversee payroll preparation and ensure proper benefits management and compliance with tax and employment laws.
11. Serve as district purchasing agent; coordinate purchasing specifications and selection of supplies and equipment, prepare and evaluate all bids and requests for proposals.
12. Negotiates any financial loans, bonds or other borrowing by any member district or SAU
13. Ensure that all district fiscal, insurance, custodial, maintenance, food, and transportation services comply with the policies of the Board and the regulations of the state and federal government.

14. Assume responsibility to assure the efficient operation and maintenance of all buildings, grounds, and facilities; develop and implement a multi-year maintenance plan and long- range facilities master plan.
15. Assume responsibility to assure the effective operation and compliance with both state and federal guidelines of the all school food service departments and efficient management of the school lunch program.
16. Assume responsibility for the safe, efficient operation of student transportation system, ensure proper maintenance of district-owned buses, review routes, handle all business aspects of contracted transportation services and act as system coordinator of federal and State transportation
17. Ensure that all local, state and federal standards for the health and safety of students and staff are maintained and that required reports are completed.
18. Analyze the effectiveness of district programs in his/her area of responsibility and recommend changes in program direction, staffing, or management strategies as necessary.
19. Supervise and ensure the proper functioning and evaluation of district personnel assigned to his/her areas of
20. Strive to increase the capability of the staff assigned to his/her area of responsibility through consultation and professional development.
21. Manage all district insurance/risk management programs; oversee workplace safety and compliance matters.
22. In conjunction with technology director(s) coordinates, manages and oversees the acquisition and maintenance of business office hardware and software, and supervises the training of system of system users.
23. Serve as financial support to all labor negotiations teams, providing figures and financial advice, as needed.
24. Assists with policy development for all aspects of school business organization.
25. Oversees the use of facilities by community organizations and other groups in accordance with Board policy.
26. Attend school board meetings preparing and presenting clear and concise reports to interpret the budget and the district affairs under his/her supervision to board members and the school district community.
27. Functions as a member of the Administration Leadership Team, attending meetings regularly.
28. Engage in appropriate studies and activities to improve professional competence.
29. Participate in appropriate local, state and national professional meetings.
30. Keep informed of the latest research trends and developments in pertinent areas of position responsibilities.
31. Perform such other duties as may be required by the Superintendent or Joing Board.

 

Evaluation:     Annual evaluation to be completed by Superintendent of Schools

 

Contract:        Full time or part time