Business Manager

Winslow Unified School Dist 1; Winslow (AZ); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Winslow Unified School Dist 1, located in Winslow, Arizona, seeks a Business Manager to administer the district's financial affairs, align budgeting with Educational goals, and coordinate with the superintendent and admin team.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Business and Accounting or equivalent supervisory experience, plus in-depth knowledge of Arizona public school laws. Strong leadership and community relations are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Business and Accounting or three years of successful supervisory-level business management experience.
• Detailed knowledge of Arizona laws and statutes related to public school systems.
• Ability to relate effectively with the Governing Board, staff, students, parents, external businesses and the community.

Responsibilities

• Oversees district financial affairs and ensures compliance with applicable laws and policies.
• Leads budget development and long-range financial planning with the superintendent and admin team.
• Establishes accounting procedures to record all money and credit transactions.

Skills

Public sector budgeting

Leadership/communication

Knowledge of AZ school laws

Education

Bachelor Degree in Business and Accounting

Job description

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Business Manager

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Job Details

Job ID: 5965226
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 20, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

EMPLOYEE Classification: Exempt,Classified

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor Degree in Business and Accounting or three years of successful experience in business management at a supervisory level
• Detailed knowledge of Arizona laws and statute related to public school systems
• The ability to relate effectively with the Governing Board, all levels of staff, students, parents, external businesses and agencies, and the community

OVERVIEW OF JOB DESCRIPTION: To administer the business affairs of the district in such a way as to provide the best possible educational service with financial resources available.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follows local, state, and federal law and adheres to State Department of Education and local school board policy.
• Supervises the management of the financial affairs of the schools in the district.
• Assumes the responsibility for budget development and long-range financial planning for the district by working closely with the superintendent and administrative team.
• Establishes and supervises a program of accounting procedures adequate to record in detail all money and credit transactions.
• Supervises the collection, safekeeping, and distribution of all funds.
• Oversees all accounting operations in the district (student activites and ausiliary accouns till be reported monthly to the business manager).
• Oversees all payroll functions for the district.
• Manages the district's real estate and insurance programs.
• Manages all finances pertaining to the district's supporting services, through the direction of transportation, purchasing, food service, and business services.
• Works with the Superintendent to develop a building renewal facility plan.
• Administers a budget control system for the district.
• Acts as advisor to the Superintendent on all questions relating to the business and financial affairs of the district.
• Arranges for the internal auditing of school accounts.
• Interprets the financial concerns of the district to the Board and community.
• Assists Superintendent in recruiting, hiring, supervising, and evaluating all district office clerical, financial, and support personnel.
• Ensures current financial operations of the district are in compliance with the Uniform System of Financial Records (USFR).
• To bring the district into compliance with all audit standards, including general fixed assets, by working with the auditor and other necessary persons to insure compliance.
• Performs other job related duties as assigned.

REPORTS TO: Superintendent

SUPERVISES:Finacial specialists, and secretaries for purchasing, fixed assets, insurance, and human resources.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Work year to be established by the Board. Salary is determined by individual training and experience level on approved salary schedule.

EVALUATION: Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.

ADA accommodations:Decisions regarding appropriate and reasonable accommodation(s) will be based upon the merits of each situation. The principle criteria will be that of effectiveness and safety.

Approved by Board: 6-22-17

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $70,000 Per Year

Contact Information

• Amber Martinez , Superintendent
• District Office
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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