Business Manager

Franklin Academy Charter Schools; Florida; On-site; USD 47,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

401K with employer match

Paid time off (PTO)

14 paid holidays

Job summary

Franklin Academy Charter Schools in Florida seeks a Business Manager to oversee all Business, Finance, and Human Resources activities for the school. This salaried role provides transactional and analytical support, including budgeting, reporting, and audits to ensure state compliance.

The ideal candidate possesses an AA degree and 3–5 years of office experience, preferably in a school setting, with strong Excel and reporting skills.

Qualifications

• AA degree in a related field is required.
• Minimum 3–5 years of office experience, preferably in a school setting.
• SHRM or HRCI certifications are preferred.
• Strong time management and organizational skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounts payable and receivable and maintain vendor contracts.
• Maintain employee personnel files with confidentiality as required by law.
• Manage employee benefits administration and campus payroll.
• Prepare and present financial reports; support budgeting and audits.
• Support compliance with state requirements and school policies.

Skills

Budgeting

Accounts payable/receivable

Payroll administration

HR administration

Excel

Reporting & presentations

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Confidentiality

Education

AA degree in related field

Tools

Excel

Online databases

Email management

General IT skills

Job description

Description

Overview

The Business Manager is responsible for all Business, Finance, and Human Resources activities at Franklin Academy. The position oversees the human resources and finance operations of the school and provides transactional and analytical support for all related activities. The Business Manager generates all the school’s financial reports, assists in the annual budgeting and audit processes, ensuring that the school meets all state compliance requirements in these areas.

Employment Schedule:

12 months, full-time

Duties and Responsibilities

• Possesses thorough knowledge of company and department policies and procedures.
• Manages accounts payable and receivable
• Maintains employee personnel files, with full confidentiality as appropriate and required by law
• Manages the administration of employee benefits
• Processes new employee onboarding and campus payroll
• Maintains contracts and tenders for all vendors.
• Collects and processes payments for a variety of events such as lunch deposits, donations, clubs, athletics, and fundraisers according to Franklin Academy policy and best practices
• Other duties as assigned by the principal or the Franklin Academy Foundation

Full-time Business Managers are eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Prescription drug, and Vision
• Life insurance and Voluntary life insurance
• 401K Plan with employer match
• Paid time off (PTO) – vacation, sick, personal
• Fourteen (14) paid holidays per year
• This is a salaried position
• Base Salary Range: $47,000.00 - $49,000.00
• Retention Stipend (Referendum): $5000.00

Franklin Academy is a Drug-Free Workplace. All candidates are required to pass a mandatory drug screening and background check (https://info.flclearinghouse.com).

FRANKLIN ACADEMY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is the policy of Franklin Academy not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, sexual orientation or expression, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.

Requirements

• Possess a minimum AA degree in a related field
• Have a minimum of 3-5 years office experience, school setting preferred
• SHRM or HRCI certifications, preferred
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Strong time management and organizational skills with an ability to prioritize work
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Operate smoothly and effectively under pressure
• Excellent computer skills (Excel, online databases, email, Internet experience)
• Knowledge of accounting procedures and best practices
• Familiarity with budget preparation and cash flow management
• Excellent analytical skills and experience creating reports and presentations