School Finance and Operations Assistant Administrator

TrulyHired

Trenton (NJ)

On-site

USD 115,000 - 130,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

TrulyHired is seeking a School Business Administrator for the New Jersey Department of Education path, effective 2026-2027. The role requires NJDOE School Business Administrator certification, prior accounting and budget experience, and strong reporting skills in a school district context.

The position offers a 12-month schedule with full benefits, competitive salary range of $115,000–$130,000 and a commitment to equal opportunity for all applicants.

Qualifications

Master's degree or bachelor's degree with CPA license required.
Valid School Business Administrator certificate from NJ State Board required.
Understanding of financial accounting, fund accounting, GAAP.
Minimum three years accounting experience, preferably in a public school district.
Experience with grants and grant reporting (federal/state).
Knowledge of school district budgets analysis.
Experience with DOE budget software.
Data collection, management, and analysis experience.
Knowledge of purchasing requirements under 18A:18A.
Knowledge of Board Secretary's duties.
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
Criminal history background check and U.S. citizenship/residency proof required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

CPA license

Tools

Budget software

Job description

The position offers a 12-month schedule with full benefits, competitive salary range of $115,000–$130,000 and a commitment to equal opportunity for all applicants.

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