School Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Lakehurst Board Of Education; Lakehurst (NJ); On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakehurst Board Of Education is seeking a highly qualified School Business Administrator/Board Secretary to lead the district’s financial operations and resources. The successful candidate will work closely with the Superintendent and Board of Education to support budget planning, facilities, and long-term goals.

Requirements include a valid NJ SBA certificate or eligibility, a master’s degree or CPA, and strong GAAP knowledge.

Qualifications

• Valid New Jersey School Business Administrator Certificate or Certificate of Eligibility required.
• Master’s Degree or higher or CPA designation.
• Strong knowledge of financial accounting, reporting, and auditing per GAAP.
• Knowledge of New Jersey public school budgeting, budget preparation, administration, and financial planning.
• Knowledge of district business operations including purchasing, payroll, accounts payable, risk management, transportation, food service, grants management, facilities operations, and long-range facility planning.
• Ability to manage district resources with internal controls and fiscal accountability.
• Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate with Superintendent, Board, administrators, staff, auditors, and community stakeholders.
• Ability to supervise, support, and evaluate assigned staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight of the District’s business operations and financial resources.
• Work closely with the Superintendent and Board of Education to support educational programs and long-term goals.
• Ensure accurate records, reporting, and compliance with statutes, admin code, and GAAP.
• Oversee budgeting, purchasing, payroll, risk management, facilities operations, and grants management.
• Supervise and evaluate administrative staff and coordinate with stakeholders across district operations.

Skills

Financial accounting

Budgeting

Auditing

Internal controls

Analytical skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Staff supervision

Record keeping

Education

Master’s Degree or CPA

NJ SBA Certificate or Eligibility

Tools

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Job description

LAKEHURST SCHOOL DISTRICT SCHOOL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR / BOARD SECRETARY

The Lakehurst School District, a PreK–8 public school district, is seeking a highly qualified, organized, and collaborative professional to serve as School Business Administrator/Board Secretary. The successful candidate will provide leadership and oversight of the District’s business operations and financial resources while working closely with the Superintendent and Board of Education to support the District’s educational programs, services, facilities, and long-term goals.

Qualifications

• Valid New Jersey School Business Administrator Certificate or Certificate of Eligibility required
• Master’s Degree or higher from a regionally accredited college/university or designation as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Strong knowledge of financial accounting, financial reporting, and auditing procedures consistent with applicable statutes, administrative code, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Knowledge of New Jersey public school budgeting, budget preparation, administration, and financial planning
• Knowledge of school district business operations, including purchasing, payroll, accounts payable, risk management, transportation, food service, grants management, facilities operations, and long-range facility planning
• Ability to effectively manage district resources while maintaining appropriate internal controls and fiscal accountability
• Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with the Superintendent, Board of Education, administrators, staff, auditors, governmental agencies, and community stakeholders
• Ability and willingness to supervise, support, and evaluate assigned staff
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities, meet required deadlines, and maintain accurate records and reports

Position Information

Anticipated Start Date: January 1, 2027, or based upon the successful candidate’s availability

Salary: $110,000 – Negotiable based upon qualifications and experience

The Lakehurst School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.