District Finance & Operations 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

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