Interim School Finance & Operations Leader

TrulyHired; Seekonk (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Seekonk Public Schools seeks an Interim School Business Administrator to lead district finances, budgeting, procurement, and fiscal compliance. Immediate start through at least July 30, 2027, with full-time hours 8am-4pm and some evening meetings.

The role oversees payroll, purchasing, food service contracts, grants, and audits, reports to the School Committee and Superintendent, and supervises Business Office staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a finance-related field is required.
• Massachusetts School Business Administrator licensure in good standing is required; 3+ years school finance experience preferred.
• Strong Excel and Google Workspace skills; familiarity with MUNIS and Aspen.
• Excellent written and oral communication; strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee district fiscal operations: budget development, general ledger, and reporting.
• Create and manage grants and special funds in MUNIS.
• Supervise payroll, disbursements, and payroll forecasting.
• Approve invoices and monitor purchasing activity for funds availability.
• Lead financial planning with Superintendent and building/admin teams.
• Develop annual FY28 operational budget with leadership for School Committee.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written & verbal communication

Analytical skills

Independent & team work

Flexibility

Confidential information handling

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance or related field

Master's degree in accounting/finance preferred

Tools

MUNIS

Aspen SIS

Google Workspace

Excel

Job description

Seekonk Public Schools seeks an Interim School Business Administrator to lead district finances, budgeting, procurement, and fiscal compliance. Immediate start through at least July 30, 2027, with full-time hours 8am-4pm and some evening meetings.

The role oversees payroll, purchasing, food service contracts, grants, and audits, reports to the School Committee and Superintendent, and supervises Business Office staff.