Business Manager

Stockbridge Community Schools; Stockbridge Township (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Stockbridge Community Schools is seeking a Business Manager to oversee the District’s financial and operations to ensure fiscal stability and accountability. You will work closely with the Superintendent on budgeting, reporting, and long-term financial planning to support student learning and district operations.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with accounting/finance experience, strong financial management skills, and the ability to prepare accurate reports, manage funds, and ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in related field as required.
• Experience in accounting, payroll, accounts payable, purchasing and financial management preferred.
• Knowledge of budgeting and fiscal accountability.
• Ability to prepare financial reports and maintain records.
• Proficiency with financial management systems and related software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the District's financial affairs and accounting operations.
• Assist the Superintendent with annual budget development, monitoring, and long‑range financial planning.
• Establish and maintain accounting procedures that accurately track all financial transactions and District funds.
• Provide timely and accurate financial reports reflecting revenues, expenditures, and fund balances.
• Monitor District expenditures, revenues, and cash flow to support responsible fiscal management.
• Manage the District's investment of available funds in accordance with Board policy and applicable regulations.
• Oversee the collection, safekeeping, and distribution of District funds.
• Supervise the reconciliation of all District bank accounts.
• Review and approve vouchers, invoices, purchase orders, and payment of bills.
• Coordinate annual financial audits and work with independent auditors.
• Ensure timely submission of financial reports to state agencies and compliance with regulations.
• Maintain compliance with applicable financial requirements and regulations.
• Assist the Superintendent in financial analyses and salary surveys.
• Oversee salary placement on wage schedules and benefits administration.
• Provide financial oversight for District departments and grants.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Time-management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Accounting software

Financial software

Computer literacy

Job description

INTERNAL/EXTERNAL

Posting Date: November 10, 2026

Expiration Date: Until Filled

POSITION: Business Manager

STARTING DATE: As Soon As Possible

REPORTS TO: Superintendent

SALARY RANGE: $70,000 -$110,000 (Compensation will be negotiated, commensurate with education and experience.)

DESCRIPTION: The Business Manager is responsible for overseeing and administering the financial and business operations of the District to ensure the effective and responsible use of financial resources in support of student learning and District operations. This position works closely with the Superintendent to maintain fiscal stability, ensure financial accountability, and support short- and long-term financial planning.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor's degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant professional experience.
2. Experience in accounting, accounts payable, payroll, purchasing, and financial management preferred.
3. Knowledge of financial accounting practices, budgeting, and fiscal accountability.
4. Ability to manage and maintain accurate financial records and prepare financial reports.
5. Proficiency in computer applications, financial management systems, and related software.
6. Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
7. Ability to communicate effectively with staff, administrators, Board members, and community stakeholders.
8. Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.
9. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Financial Management and Budgeting

1. Oversee the financial affairs and accounting operations of the District.
2. Assist the Superintendent with annual budget development, monitoring, and long‑range financial planning.
3. Establish and maintain accounting procedures that accurately track all financial transactions and District funds.
4. Provide timely and accurate financial reports reflecting revenues, expenditures, and fund balances.
5. Monitor District expenditures, revenues, and cash flow to support responsible fiscal management.
6. Manage the District's investment of available funds in accordance with Board policy and applicable regulations.
7. Oversee the collection, safekeeping, and distribution of District funds.
8. Supervise the reconciliation of all District bank accounts.
9. Review and approve vouchers, invoices, purchase orders, and payment of bills.

Auditing, Compliance, and Reporting

1. Coordinate and facilitate required annual financial audits and work cooperatively with independent auditors.
2. Ensure timely submission of required financial reports to the Michigan Department of Education and other applicable agencies, including reports related to Special Education, Transportation, Food Service, FID, and Title I.
3. Ensure required annual financial reports and public notices are completed and published, including budget hearing and Truth in Taxation notices.
4. Notify the appropriate state agencies and local media of completed audits and ensure audit reports are available for public review.
5. Maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local financial requirements and regulations.

District Operations and Financial Support

1. Assist the Superintendent in preparing financial information and recommendations for Board of Education meetings.
2. Serve as a financial and business operations advisor to the Superintendent.
3. Conduct financial analyses, cost comparisons, and salary, wage, and fringe benefit surveys to support District decision‑making.
4. Oversee employee placement on appropriate wage and salary schedules in accordance with established contracts and agreements.
5. Manage the District's tax‑sheltered annuity program and related retirement benefit administration.
6. Oversee the financial management of District grants, including budgeting, implementation, monitoring, and required reporting.
7. Provide financial oversight and support for District departments, including Food Service, Transportation, Custodial, and Maintenance.
8. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Superintendent or Board of Education.
9. Maintain punctual, reliable, and consistent attendance.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

It is the policy of Stockbridge Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender/sex, age, disability, height, weight, marital status, or lack of English language speaking skills, in its programs, services or activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Director of Human Resources, 100 Price Avenue Ste. A, Stockbridge, Mi. 49285 [phone].