Business Manager

Business Manager

This position is responsible for directing the fiscal functions of the school district in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and school district policy. This includes financial analysis, internal and external reporting, cash management, budgeting, financial accounting, financial forecasting, purchasing, contract administration, pupil accounting, payroll, and fringe benefits. This position will serve on the Superintendent's Leadership Team with a central role in school district planning and analysis of current programs and support systems.

Position Responsibilities:

• Manages the District's budget and oversees related functional areas including accounting, purchasing, food service, grants, and other related business services, which includes management of staff.
• Establishes and develops up-to-date systems of financial accounting that meet the requirements of state, federal, and Department of Education auditors.
• Direct district fiscal functions in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and district policy.
• Prepare and monitor all district budgets, including long-range financial planning in a collaborative approach with departmental leadership.
• General administration of accounting functions for all district funds including internal controls.
• Prepare and oversee the preparation of monthly district financial reports and ensure they meet all local, state, and federal requirements including timely submission.
• Prepare district year-end financial statements and coordinate the annual financial audit report.
• Participate with county and state organizations to stay abreast of school finance reform and other district-related issues.
• Work with the Superintendent and district administrators and supervisors to analyze and review and make recommendations regarding periodic capital improvement needs.
• Analyzes and interprets legislative analysis relating to financial issues that may affect revenue or expenditure projections.
• Research inquiries from departments, suppliers, and the Board on financial matters important to the district.
• Manages and oversees school of choice and pupil accounting procedures.
• Oversees dual enrollment and 5th year program reimbursement.
• Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.

Qualifications:

• This position requires knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree (B.A) degree from a four-year college or university in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Previous experience in a school environment is preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Required:

• Broad knowledge of financial budgeting, forecasting, and investing.
• Knowledge of school software systems and related accounting processes and procedures.
• Excellent financial and business acumen, with the ability to quickly assimilate numbers and reports and provide well-reasoned, thoughtful, and succinct reports and recommendations.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate and manage effectively at multiple levels within the organization.
• Strong problem solving and creative skills, and the ability to exercise sound judgment and make strategic planning decisions based on accurate and timely analyses.
• Ability to organize integrated systems and processes; ability to analyze and solve complex problems.
• Willingness to obtain Michigan School Business Officials' Chief Financial Officer Certification and/or Michigan School Business Office Management Certification.
• Ability to meet all requirements necessary to satisfy state certification for the position.

Location:

District-wide, Bellevue Community Schools

Salary:
Commensurate with Education and Experience

Employment Date:
Preferably early-to-mid August 2026

Statement of Non-Discrimination:

It is the policy of the Bellevue School District that no person shall on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, or handicap be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in employment or any of its programs or activities.

Criminal Records Check:

In accordance with state law and board policy, no person shall be hired to work in contact with children prior to being fingerprinted and passing a criminal records review.