Cfo/Business Manager

Job Description:

Ben Bronz Academy

Director of Finance and Operations

The Director of Finance and Operations is an executive leadership position within Ben Bronz Academy. The position is responsible for overseeing the functional areas of Business Services, Facilities and Maintenance, Human Resources and Information Technology Departments.

Responsibilities

• Long-range planning and development of the Academy budget.

• Develop budget guidelines, coordinate preparation of the budget, and assist administrators in review of budget.

• Develop a capital needs program for the next five (5) years, and associate it with the Academy's multi-year planning.

• Prepare appropriate financial reports to record data and provide for management decisions.

• Plan, organize, and control the overall acquisition, implementation and support of technologies as related to the Academy's business office.

• Establish procedures for recordkeeping and maintaining all records that audit and legal requirements demand.

• Coordinate all benefits and insurance

• Administer a program of plant operation and custodial maintenance; security and property protection

• Undertakes additional position-related duties and accepts other responsibilities as assigned or delegated by the Executive Director/CEO.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will meet the following qualifications:

• An administrative certificate (085) as a school business administrator from the Connecticut State Department of Education, or have the qualifications to obtain the certification preferred

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or other appropriate field.

• Experience as a school Business Manager or Director of Finance and Operations preferred

• Thorough knowledge of fund accounting, budgeting, and resource management.

• Technical expertise in computer technology for use in financial management.

• Ability to prepare and implement operating plans and programs.

• Managerial skills encompassing organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication.

• Possession of human relations skills to work with all staff as a team player.

• Exemplary leadership and management skills

• Thorough knowledge of basic human resource management as it pertains to benefits management.

Compensation and Benefits

The 12-month position offers competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience.