Director of Business & Finance

Middleborough Public Schools; Middleborough (MA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Middleborough Public Schools in Massachusetts seeks a Director of Business & Finance to lead district budgeting, accounting, and financial operations. Immediate start; oversee salary and benefit line allocations, reporting, and forecasting to support district goals.

The role requires SBA licensure or eligibility, a master’s degree preferred, and strong supervisory, communication, and procurement knowledge. Collaborative leadership with town and school leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• Licensed School Business Administrator.
• Master's degree or higher is preferred.
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Knowledge of procurement, auditing procedures, and school finance laws.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and monitor the district budget with the Superintendent.
• Reconcile accounts with Principals and fund managers for expenditure control.
• Develop and oversee procedures to allocate budgeted funds and forecast expenditures.
• Coordinate capital expenditure projects.
• Provide the Superintendent and School Committee with clear fiscal reporting on actual vs. budget and cash flow.
• Oversee accounts payable and payroll and supervise business staff.
• Participate in contract negotiations and ensure compliance with contracts.
• Collaborate with Town finance staff to align fiscal practices.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Communication

Strategic planning

Policy interpretation

Education

Licensed SBA (School Business Administrator)

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Financial software

ERP systems

Procurement software

Job description

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Director of Business & Finance

Middleborough Public Schools Middleborough Public Schools - Middleborough, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5906822
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 28, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediate

Job Description

Leadership Expectations

• 1.Plans, executes, and monitors the school district's annual budget and works with the Superintendent in ensuring fiscal responsibility and accountability at every level.
• 2.Reconciles accounts with Principals, Directors, and fund managers for expenditure control to maintain accuracy and integrity of financial information.
• 3.Develops and oversees a system of operating procedures to ensure appropriate allocations to budgetary salary and benefit lines and monitoring of expenditures to ensure accuracy and effective forecasting in those lines.
• 4.Seeks economic means and measures to maximize the utilization of the district's allocated financial resources.
• 5.Designs and implements a system of state-of-the-art accounting practices.
• 6.Coordinates all capital expenditure projects.
• 7.Provides the Superintendent and School Committee with clear fiscal information and communicates regularly on the status of the district's budget.
• 8.Develops and executes effective reporting techniques which will afford the Superintendent and the School Committee timely information on actual versus budgeted performance and cash flow accounts.
• 9.Works and communicates with the Town Accountant, Town Treasurer, Town Manager, and other municipal staff to ensure alignment of fiscal practices as well as accurate budgetary information.
• 10.Serves as a key member of contractual negotiating teams in providing clear and accurate financial information and appropriate forecasting to determine viable fiscal proposals.
• 11.Oversees, monitors, and makes informed decisions regarding district revolving accounts and grants.
• 12.Administers before and after school programs and facilities/grounds usage.
• 13.Supervises and evaluates personnel in the Business, Food Service, and Transportation Offices including Accounts Payable and Payroll.
• 14.Acts as personnel director for non-certified staff.
• 15.Supervises all accounting and business computer operations.
• 16.Administers the provisions of various contracts.
• 17.Participates and presents clear and transparent budgetary information with the Superintendent, Directors, Principals, the School Committee, Selectmen, Finance Committee, and the public at large; including but not limited to Town Meetings.
• 18.Serves as a resource to district technology technicians.
• 19.Serves as an involved participant in any/all school building projects.

Management Expectations

• 1.Reviews and monitors all invoices for payment, purchase orders, and recommends expenditures and transfers of budgeted funds of monies to the Superintendent.
• 2.Manages and assists appropriate staff with insurance and benefit programs.
• 3.Works with Director of Facilities regarding plant and operational needs of the district.
• 4.Oversees and works with the Foods Service Department regarding the successful operation of the schools' breakfast and lunch programs and ensures compliance with state and federal regulations.
• 5.Oversees and works with the Transportation staff regarding bus routing, user fees, and overall efficiency of the contracted and district-owned fleet.
• 6.Prepares and submits the annual End-of-Year Financial Report as well as other reports required by the Department of Education or requested by the Superintendent.
• 7.Provides information during annual financial audits. Performs recommended corrections.
• 8.Supervises the collection and accounting of all revenue.
• 9.Concludes formal bid process according to state regulations, including preparation of bid documents, notice to bidders, instructions to bidders, specifications, and appropriate proposals.
• 10.Ensures that contractor procedures are handled correctly.
• 11.Demonstrates knowledge and use of pertinent technologies and computer programs.
• 12.Maintains efficient, appropriate and legal relationships with vendors.
• 13.Performs other responsibilities as deemed appropriate and assigned by the Superintendent.

• Position Type: Full-time
• Salary: $145,000 to $165,000 Per Year
• Job Categories: Administration > Business/Finance

Welcome to Middleborough Public Schools

The mission of the Middleborough Schools is..."to prepare all students to excel in life."

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Middleborough Public School System does not discriminate in its educational activities or employment practices on the basis of age, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, genetic information, homelessness, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other basis protected by federal and/or state law.

Job Requirements

• Licensed as a School Business Administrator
• Supervisory experience in an educational or business environment
• Strong supervisory, communication and presentation skills and the ability to work with a high performing team with the highest degree of integrity
• Demonstrated ability in operations analysis, forecasting and strategic planning
• Excellent computer skills and familiarity with computer networks and financial software
• Knowledge of public procurement, auditing procedures, state reporting, municipal or school district accounting principles, fiscal management, purchasing, maintenance of buildings/grounds, grants, contracts and personnel supervision
• Thorough knowledge of federal, state and local laws regarding school finance and operations
• Expertise in budgeting required.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.
• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• David Thomson, Ed.D , Interim Superintendent
• 6 School Street
• Middleborough, Massachusetts 02346
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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