School Business Manager

NOLA Public Schools VisionThe vision of the NOLA Public Schools is that every student receives a high-quality education that fosters their individual capabilities, while ensuring that they thrive, achieve physical and mental wellness, and are prepared for civic, social, and economic success. 
Position Summary The Business Manager will assist the Principal in the management of financial, data operations and other administrative tasks to ensure the smooth operation of the school. This position requires a combination of financial acumen, organizational skills, and the ability to collaborate with various stakeholders.  
Salary Range$47,772 - $63,334

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares the school budget and assist the Principal in monitoring and reporting on budget to actual cost variances.  
• Processes daily financial transactions, receives, records, and accounts for all school revenue.  
• Remits payments for school invoices and collect student accounts.  
• Reconciles bank statements with journal entries.  
• Maintains accurate records of budgets and inventories for supplies, equipment, and fixed assets at the school site.  
• Maintains, processes, and remits purchase orders and/or requisitions (school-wide and accounts payable department).  
• Prepares financial statements, schedules and ledgers for school.  
• Coordinates and requisitions textbooks and audio-visual equipment.  
• Manages student activity fund accounts.  
• Manages school fixed assets and provide inventory results as required.  
• Manages accounting functions of school grants.  
• Uses Louisiana Accounting and Uniform Grants Handbook to ensure employees are charged to correct budget codes.  
• Coordinates facility use by non-school board entities with the Facilities Department.  
• Serves as the primary point of contact between the school finance functions and district. 
• Performs other related jobs as needed. 

Educational Background

• Bachelor's degree required; Business Administration, Finance, or a related field preferred

Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required

• Proven experience in financial management, preferably in an educational setting. 
• Knowledge of budgeting, accounting principles, and financial reporting. 
• Familiarity with procurement processes and supply chain management. 
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. 
• Proficient in relevant software applications (e.g., accounting software, Microsoft Office). 
• Understanding of educational policies and regulations is a plus. 

Salaries are determined by educational background and/or relevant years of experience.
Work EnvironmentListed below are key points regarding environmental demands and the work environment of the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.   - Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) part of the workday; - Required to exert physical effort in handling objects more than 30 pounds rarely; - Required to be exposed to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals) rarely; - Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements rarely; - Normal setting for this job is an office/school setting.     
Performance EvaluationThe employee will be evaluated based on the above position using either two methods: via COMPASS or a NOLA-PS evaluating instrument. If the employee holds an Educational Leadership certification, he/she will be evaluated via COMPASS to ensure renewal of certification.
EEOC StatementNOLA Public Schools is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, genetic information, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, lawful alien status, national origin, age, marital status, and non-job related physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.