Business Manager

Follett ISD; Follett (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Follett ISD seeks an experienced Business Manager to direct and manage the district’s business operations, including budgeting, accounting, and purchasing. The role requires strong knowledge of budgeting, accounting systems, and data analysis with the ability to implement policies and procedures.

The position demands experience in school/business management, 2 years preferred, and a Bachelor degree is preferred. Salary ranges from $40,000 to $50,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Experience with budgeting and accounting systems.
• Ability to use software for spreadsheets and data analysis.
• Ability to implement policy and procedures.
• Ability to interpret data and manage budgets.

Responsibilities

• Assist in budget preparation and set long- and short-range financial objectives for district operations.
• Ensure accounting systems comply with Texas laws and TEA Financial Accounting Manual.
• Administer the district budget; prepare budget adjustments and revisions.
• Assist auditors during audits.
• Evaluate accounting procedures and controls; recommend improvements.
• Determine cash available for investments and bills.
• Oversee monthly bank reconciliations and vendor/payroll accounts.
• Collaborate with staff to forecast enrollments and district needs.
• Plan needs assessments to improve district business operations and cost-effective practices.
• Ensure programs are cost effective and funds are prudently managed.

Skills

Budgeting knowledge

Accounting systems

Spreadsheet/data analysis

Policy implementation

Data interpretation

Budget & personnel management

Communication & organization

Public relations

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Business Manager

Job Details

Job ID: 5977955

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 30, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Follett ISD is seeking an experienced professional to direct and manage the business operations of the district including accounting, budgeting and purchasing.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of budgeting, accounting systems
• Working knowledge of financial applications and accounting
• Ability to use software to develop spreadsheets and perform data analysis
• Ability to implement policy and procedures
• Ability to interpret data
• Ability to manage budget and personnel
• Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

• 2 years experience in school business management or public organization

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $40,000 to $50,000 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Fiscal Management
• Assist in the preparation of the budget and development of long- and short-range objectives for the business operations of the district.
• Ensure that accounting systems comply with applicable laws and regulations including Texas Education Agency Financial Accounting Manual.
• Administer the district’s budget and ensure that operations are cost-effective and funds are managed wisely. Prepare all budget adjustments, additions, and deletions.
• Assist the district’s independent and internal auditors in conducting periodic audits.
• Evaluate accounting procedures, systems, and controls in all district departments and recommend improvements in their design, implementation, and maintenance.
• Determine cash available for investment and payment of bills based on daily analysis of cash flow.
• Oversee monthly bank reconciliations for all accounts. Review reconciliations of vendor and payroll clearing accounts.
• Work with district personnel to project student enrollments, staffing needs, building and facilities needs, energy needs, capital equipment needs, and other cost items for district and individual school improvement.
• Plan and conduct needs assessments for improvement of district business operations. Ensure that business operations support the district’s goals and objectives and provide leadership to achieve cost-effective practices throughout the district.
• Assist with administration of the business office budget and ensure that programs are cost effective and funds are managed prudently.
• Policy, Reports, and Law
• Implement policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy in area of business operations.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Purchasing and Inventory
• Maintain accurate and current inventory records of the district’s fixed and movable assets and oversee maintenance of a timely replacement cost-asset listing for insurance purposes. Organize and conduct sales to dispose of surplus and salvage equipment.
• Oversee the preparation of bids and bid specifications. Receive and analyze bid proposals and prepare written recommendations.
• Personnel Management
• Prepare, review, and revise business department job descriptions.
• Develop training options and/or improvement plans to ensure exemplary business operations.
• Select, train, evaluate, and supervise staff and make recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal.
• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Jeff Quisenberry
• 205 E Ivanhoe
• Follett, Texas 79034
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]