Job Description:

Starkweather Public School is seeking a full or part-time, detail-oriented, organized, and flexible individual to serve as our Business Manager. This role is essential in supporting the district’s financial operations, including budgeting, payroll, purchasing, and reporting. We are looking for someone with strong accounting skills and a commitment to serving the educational community.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day financial operations of the district.
• Prepare and monitor district budgets; develop budget guidelines and coordinate analysis.
• Work closely with the superintendent and school board on financial planning and decision-making.
• Oversee payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal financial regulations.
• Prepare budgets for board review and approval; submit annual budgets to county and state.
• Prepare and submit reports required for state funding (NDCC 15.1-27-02).
• Maintain accurate records; sort, file, and provide access to correspondence, reports, and documents.
• Supervise all district business operations, including audit coordination and internal audits.
• Supervise investment of district funds.
• Organize and coordinate all school elections.
• Verify compliance with payroll and financial program laws.
• Direct preparation of state and federal reports, tax filings, and grant-related reporting.
• Prepare, distribute, and file all documents requiring the Business Manager’s signature.
• Ensure efficient procedures for purchasing, distribution, storage, and inventory of assets.
• Oversee bidding procedures for facilities and equipment, ensuring compliance and fairness.
• Administer the collection, safekeeping, and distribution of district funds.
• Maintain payroll systems and ensure accurate payroll processing.
• Record and report financial information with transparency and in accordance with legal requirements.
• Establish and supervise a comprehensive accounting program.
• Serve as a resource in employee bargaining and negotiations.
• Attend meetings as assigned by the school board or requested by the superintendent.
• Be available for flexible hours to accommodate school board and district-related meetings.
• Know and understand how to manage the student data system.
• Other duties as assigned such as helping serve students lunch and breakfast, completing North Dakota School Business Managers Certification Program, a two year commitment, secretary duties such as answering phones, helping students, etc.
   

Qualifications:

• Experience in finance or a similar role preferred
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Degree in accounting, or related field is a plus

Training is available and provided as part of the position. Candidate must be willing to complete business manager certification program through NDSBA. We’ll ensure you gain the knowledge and skills needed to succeed. Join our team and help make a difference in the lives of our students and staff!

How to Apply:
Please email your resume, cover letter, and references to sarah.beck@k12.nd.us or mail documents to PO Box 45 Starkweather ND 58377.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Starkweather Public School is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

$24-$25 hourly, competitive salary, BOE + New hire will receive retirement, full single health insurance, 10 days vacation, 2 days personal cumulative to 4 days, 8 days sick per year cumulative to 30 days, and professional development days as needed throughout the school year as approved by the Superintendent. Employees are paid once a month, on the 20th. Should the 20th fall on a weekend or a holiday, payday will be the prior workday.