Business Manager

An NJDOE-Approved Private School for Students with Disabilities (APSSD)

Westbridge Academy is a nonprofit, state-approved K–12 private school serving students with emotional, behavioral, and learning challenges. For over 50 years, we’ve created a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment where students build resilience, develop confidence, and find academic and emotional success. We are seeking a
mission-driven, detail-oriented, and self-motivated Business Manager to join our leadership team and support our school’s next chapter.

As Business Manager, you will support the Executive Director and leadership team while leading all day-to-day and long-term financial operations. You will be responsible for managing fiscal compliance with the
New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) and the
APSSD Administrative Code
, while also ensuring that Westbridge remains transparent, audit-ready, and financially sound. This is a high-trust position requiring excellent organizational skills, a professional presence, and a positive, proactive attitude.

Free APSSD-specific training will be provided.

You will be tasked with handling essential financial operations, including keeping accurate records of financial transactions, verifying and recording entries, maintaining organized documentation, and ensuring Westbridge’s financial position is up to date and compliant.

Key responsibilities include:

• Maintain financial records including purchases, sales, receipts, and payments
• Manage accounts payable and receivable
• Maintain ledgers and daily financial transactions
• Conduct monthly and periodic reconciliation of all accounts and every bank account
• Prepare and submit weekly, monthly, and quarterly financial reports
  
  Prepare reports such as balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements
• Assist in preparing budgets, forecasts, and business activity reports
• Process payroll and administer HR-related benefits
• Submit reports via the
  NJDOE portal and align reporting with the
  NJDOE Chart of Accounts
• Coordinate and participate in
  annual audits and APSSD compliance reviews
• Collaborate with external auditors, consultants, and DOE representatives
• Present financial reports to the
  Board of Trustees three times annually
• Support fundraising-related financial activity
• Represent Westbridge in
  state-level advocacy or meetings in Trenton
  , when needed
• Continuously improve internal processes and bring a technology-forward mindset to the Business Office

• CPA or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required)
• Bachelor's degree with significant bookkeeping/accounting experience will be considered
• Proven experience in financial management, bookkeeping, or nonprofit/school accounting
• Solid understanding of accounts payable/receivable principles
  
  High degree of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail
  
  Proficiency in Excel and financial software (e.g., Quick Books, Systems 3000)
• Familiarity with applicable nonprofit laws, codes, and reporting standards
  
  Strong communication and administrative skills
  
  Self-motivated, technology-forward, and able to work independently
  
  Positive attitude with a commitment to the mission of special education Why Join Westbridge?
  • Salary Range: $100,000–$120,000
    , commensurate with experience
  • School-calendar-based schedule with built-in flexibility and time off
  • Free training and mentorship in APSSD compliance and nonprofit financial operations
  • Collaborative, mission-driven culture with a focus on student success and ethical leadership
  Target
  
  Start Date:

  We aim to hire and onboard by
  September 15, 2025
  .

  Should you be interested in applying, please send a letter of interest and resume to

  Dr. Anthony Hadzimichalis((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).) and Abraham Mathew().