Summary

Administrator | Business Services Manager | Districtwide | Post Date: 1/29/2025

Description

WELCOME TO FRIDLEY PUBLIC SCHOOLS!
Thank you for your interest in Fridley Public Schools, an International Baccalaureate (IB) World Schools district. We are the only school district in Minnesota and one of few in the U.S. that offers the full IB Continuum to students in pre-K to grade 12.  As a world class community of learners, Fridley Public Schools aims to develop internationally minded students. We challenge ourselves, our students, and our community to become caring and knowledgeable life-long learners who inquire and take action to create a better world.

Our mission is to guide students in the development of learning skills to help them reach their full potential

The successful candidate will be an individual who firmly believes …

  • In the value of diversity and inclusion in enriching the educational experience of all students.
  • All students feel valued and have a sense of belonging.
  • All learners have the right to a quality education.
  • All learners have the ability to learn and attain self-fulfillment.
  • All learners need the strategies and tools necessary to strive toward becoming responsible, independent and productive members of society.

Job Title: Business Services Manager

Work Schedule and/or FTE: 1.0

Bargaining Unit: Individual contract

Salary Range: Individual contract, $94,044 – $114,950/yr, depending on experience

Desired Start Date: ASAP

Job Summary:
 Supports the Senior Officer of Business Services in overseeing and managing the financial operations of the school district. Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with financial regulations, overseeing financial accounting activities, managing the receipt, allocation, investment, and transfer of district funds, coordinating and preparing the district budget, analyzing financial data for decision-making, producing accurate and timely internal and external financial reports, maintaining the district’s chart of accounts, monitoring cash flow and expenditures, and supervising the accounts payable, payroll specialist, and finance specialist. Additionally, this role involves collaborating with district leadership on strategic financial planning and ensuring efficient use of resources to support the district’s goals.

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental job duties:

  • Ensures the district’s financial position is current, accurate, and reliable as needed for evaluation and decision making.
  • Manage the district’s finances in accordance with UFARS requirements including but not limited to transaction coding, making entries to the district accounting system, and ensuring funds are deposited.
  • Develops/maintains cash flow records to ensure availability of cash to meet current requirements and invests excess funds to provide maximum yields consistent with legal requirements and district.
  • Prepares all month-end and year-end financial reports including the treasurer’s report and investment and interest reports.
  • Maintains and adjusts the district chart of accounts including general ledger, revenue and expenditure accounts codes.
  • Prepares all journal entries for fund transfers, adjustments and corrections. Balances general ledger accounts monthly/annually.
  • Assists the Senior Officer of Business Services in the development of the district budget, in the preparation of financial projections, and in the monitoring of budgets to determine expenditures/revenues.
  • Assists the Senior Officer of Business Services in the coordination of the district’s annual audit completing all year-end accounting procedures.
  • Provide timely support with staffing allocation processes.
  • Collaborate with departments to develop seamless processes and procedures that enhance organizational efficiency.
  • Manages the financial accounting of all federal, state, and local grants including development of account codes, receipt of funds, preparing financial reports, and assisting appropriate district administrators. 
  • Evaluates internal controls, makes recommendations for improvements, and implements the controls as agreed upon.
  • Monitors and ensures district compliance with Generally Acceptable Accounting Principles and Governmental Accounting Standards.
  • Assists the Senior Officer of Business Services in the development and analysis of the costing model used in collective bargaining.
  • Develop, maintain, and support computer systems on Skyward and district drives.
  • Supervise district accounts payable, payroll specialist and finance specialist activities.
  • Evaluates and monitors accounting, payroll, and purchasing functions of the district.
  • Perform other such duties as may be assigned by the Senior Officer of Business Services, Superintendent and/or his/her cabinets.

QUALIFICATIONS (Specific training or job experience required before appointment)

  • Bachelor of Arts Degree in accounting, CPA and experience in school district accounting or auditing preferred.
  • Knowledge of and the ability to apply modified accrual basis accounting and generally accepted government auditing standards.
  • High Degree of aptitude and proficiency with computer-based accounting systems and with personal computer applications including spreadsheet, word processing, and data base management.
  • Experience working in a team environment with evidence of good written and verbal communication skills, of ability to interact in a positive way with others, and of organizational and time management skills.

Skills:

  • Strong financial management and budgeting skills, including forecasting and allocation.
  • Proficiency in accounting software, spreadsheets, and data analysis tools.
  • Exceptional organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Effective multitasking abilities with attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for collaboration and reporting.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to support data-driven decisions.
  • Leadership and team management skills to supervise staff and foster a collaborative work environment.
  • Knowledge of financial regulations, compliance standards, and best practices.
  • Adaptability and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Customer service orientation and ability to build positive relationships with stakeholders.

PHYSICAL FACTORS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employed is regularly required to talk, hear, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, reach for objects, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, and use hands to grasp and feel.  The employed must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, occasionally being required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds or more.  Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Diversity:
 
Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), women, and LGBTQ+ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Fridley Public Schools recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting our academic mission.  Fridley Public Schools is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
 
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: 
 
Fridley Public Schools ISD 14 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.
 
Fridley Public Schools ISD 14 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Fridley Public Schools is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. For more information, view the District’s Equal Opportunity Employment. 
 
Veteran’s Preference: If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application. 
 
Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at HRdepartment@isd14.org or call 763-502-5006.
 
Background Check Upon Conditional Offer: 
 
Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check. A passing background is required.  Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.