Operations And Accounting Manager

Dover School District (SAU 11); Dover (NH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dover School District (SAU 11) is seeking an Operations and Accounting Manager to oversee daily financial operations at the Dover, NH campus. This full-time, on-site role includes preparing financial statements, journal entries, and fixed asset management while supporting budget development and tracking.

You will analyze financial data, ensure regulatory compliance, support audits, and collaborate with district leadership on process improvements to enhance financial reporting across the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; advanced credentials (CPA, CMA) are a plus.
• Experience in governmental, public sector, or education-related accounting.
• Proficiency with accounting software and spreadsheet tools; ability to learn district-specific systems.
• Strong foundation in finance and accounting, including experience with Financial Statements and Journal Entries (Accounting).
• Demonstrated analytical skills for interpreting financial data, identifying trends, and supporting decision-making.
• Experience with fixed assets management, including tracking, reconciliation, and depreciation.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate across departments.
• Commitment to equity, integrity, and confidentiality in handling financial information.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including preparing and reviewing financial statements and managing journal entries.
• Monitor fixed assets, depreciation, and related reporting.
• Support budget development and tracking; provide insights from financial data.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, policies, and reporting requirements; support audits and financial reviews.
• Collaborate with school and district leadership on financial planning and process improvements.

Skills

Finance and accounting foundation

Analytical skills

Fixed assets management

Accounting software proficiency

Organization and communication

Interpersonal collaboration

Confidentiality and integrity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance/business

CPA/CMA (plus)

Experience in government/education accounting

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Company Description

The Dover School District (SAU 11) serves approximately 4,200 students and employs about 600 staff members across three elementary schools (K–4), a middle school (5–8), and a high school and career technical center (9–12) for students from Dover, Nottingham, and Barrington. The Dover Career and Technical Center offers rigorous academic and technical programs, emphasizing project-based learning and strong connections between classroom theory and real-world practice. The district is committed to growth in teaching and learning, with ongoing work to strengthen curriculum, instructional practices, and staff collaboration. Learning environments are designed to foster creativity, communication, collaboration, and critical thinking for all students. Supported by a strong partnership with the community, the district lives its mission of strengthening the community by educating every child, every day.

Role Description

The Operations and Accounting Manager is a full-time, on-site role located in Dover, NH. This position oversees day-to-day financial operations, including preparing and reviewing financial statements, managing journal entries, monitoring fixed assets, and supporting budget development and tracking. The role includes analyzing financial data to provide insights and recommendations, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and reporting requirements, and supporting audits and financial reviews. The Operations and Accounting Manager collaborates with school and district leadership on financial planning, process improvements, and operational efficiency, and may supervise or guide accounting staff to ensure accurate, timely financial information.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in finance and accounting, including experience with Financial Statements and Journal Entries (Accounting).
• Demonstrated Analytical Skills for interpreting financial data, identifying trends, and supporting informed decision-making.
• Knowledge of Fixed Assets management, including tracking, reconciliation, and depreciation.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; advanced credentials (e.g., CPA, CMA) are a plus.
• Experience in governmental, public sector, or education-related accounting preferred, with familiarity with relevant regulations and reporting standards.
• Proficiency with accounting software and spreadsheet tools, and ability to learn district-specific systems.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Commitment to equity, integrity, and confidentiality in handling financial and operational information.