Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Franklin Township School; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin Township School District in Quakertown, NJ seeks a School Business Administrator/Board Secretary with a strong background in education finance. The role reports to the Chief School Administrator and manages a twelve-month administrative program in the Business Office.

The position requires a Master's degree in a finance-related field, a valid NJ SBA certificate, and at least 5 years of relevant experience. A QPA is preferred, with deep knowledge of GAAP and internal controls.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or comparable area from an accredited four-year college and university.
• Valid New Jersey School Business Administrator's Standard Certificate.
• Qualified Purchasing Agent (QPA), preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience as a School Business Administrator with successful management experience.
• Understanding of GAAP standards and internal control systems.
• Knowledge of budgeting, purchasing, risk management, transportation, food services, facilities planning and technology.

Skills

5+ years SBA experience

Education

Master's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Admin

NJ School Business Administrator Certificate

Tools

QPA (preferred)

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Franklin Township School District

• Position Type:
  Administration/ Business Administrator/Board Secretary
• Date Posted:
  9/18/2026
• Location:
  Business Office

Position:
School Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Reports To:
Chief School Administrator

Salary Range:
$140,000.00 - $160,000.00

Employment Period:
Twelve Month

Start Date:
11/17/2026 or sooner

Location:
Quakertown, Hunterdon County, NJ

REQUIREMENTS:

• Master's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or comparable area from an accredited four-year college and university
• Valid New Jersey School Business Administrator's Standard Certificate
• Qualified Purchasing Agent (QPA), preferred
• At least 5 years of experience as a School Business Administrator with successful management experience
• A thorough understanding of the generally accepted accounting principles established by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board and internal control systems consistent with statutory requirements
• Knowledge of accepted business practices in school districts related to budget preparation and administration and internal control systems consistent with statutory requirements, risk management, purchasing, transportation, food services, school plant operations and facility planning and Technology.

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