School Finance & Operations Manager

Socket.dev; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Martha Catholic School & St. Mary Academy in Sarasota, FL is seeking a School Business Manager working full-time (35 hrs/wk). The role supports the Principal and oversees financial processing, budgeting, cash forecasting, and payroll accuracy in alignment with Diocesan guidelines.

The candidate will prepare financial reports, supervise accounting systems, manage tuition/subsidies, and coordinate state scholarship programs. Collaboration with diocese and school departments is essential.

Qualifications

• AA or BS in Accounting or Business Administration is required.
• 3–5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Analytical thinker with budget and reporting skills.
• Knowledge of QuickBooks and/or SAGE.
• Experience with automated payroll/timekeeping systems.
• Excellent written and oral communication; maintains confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Advise Principal on financial matters and budgeting.
• Develop, oversee and defend the school budget for Diocese approval.
• Prepare regular financial reports (balance sheet, income statement).
• Monitors revenue and expenses; ensure spending stays within budget.
• Oversee general ledger, payroll, A/P and A/R systems.
• Coordinate grant and aid applications and reporting.
• Assist with recruitment requisitions and onboarding as needed.
• Maintain employee documentation per regulations and Diocesan guidelines.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Independent

Confidentiality

Microsoft Office

Payroll systems

Education

AA or BS in Accounting or Business Administration

Tools

QuickBooks

SAGE

Payroll/timekeeping systems

Job description

St. Martha Catholic School & St. Mary Academy in Sarasota, FL is seeking a School Business Manager working full-time (35 hrs/wk). The role supports the Principal and oversees financial processing, budgeting, cash forecasting, and payroll accuracy in alignment with Diocesan guidelines.

The candidate will prepare financial reports, supervise accounting systems, manage tuition/subsidies, and coordinate state scholarship programs. Collaboration with diocese and school departments is essential.