CFO/Business Manager Business Manager

Job Description:

• Position Type: Administration/Business Manager

Location: North Stonington Public Schools

Start Date: 07/01/2026

Business Manager (Full-Time, 12-Month)

Reports To: Superintendent of Schools

Position Summary

The Business Manager is a district-level administrator responsible for oversight of all business and operational services. This role provides strategic leadership in financial planning, resource allocation, and operational efficiency, serving as a key advisor to the Superintendent. The Business Manager works collaboratively with administrators, staff, vendors, and external partners to support district goals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead development and long-range planning of the district budget
• Coordinate annual budget process and support administrators
• Prepare and present financial reports for Superintendent and Board of Education
• Monitor state and federal grants for compliance
• Oversee financial systems, internal controls, and audit compliance
• Supervise Business Office operations and accounting functions
• Oversee transportation services
• Administer employee benefits in accordance with contracts and policy
• Oversee facilities operations, maintenance, and community use
• Ensure compliance of school nutrition services
• Advise Superintendent on financial and operational matters
• Perform additional duties as assigned
• Qualifications
• CT certification (085 School Business Administrator or 092) or eligibility required
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field required; Master's or CPA preferred
• Prior school business or finance leadership experience preferred
• Experience with school financial systems (Infinite Visions preferred)
• Knowledge of fund accounting and public sector budgeting
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to collaborate across departments and with external partners
• HR/benefits administration knowledge preferred
• Demonstrated leadership and decision-making ability
• Physical Requirements
• Ability to work at a computer for extended periods
• Effective communication in person, phone, and electronic formats
• Travel between district buildings as needed
• Occasional evening meetings, including Board of Education
• Compensation & Schedule

Full-time, salaried, exempt position. Salary range: $110,000-$120,000, based on experience and qualifications, in accordance with Board policy and applicable agreements. Comprehensive benefits included.

This 12-month position may require evening hours and extended time during budget and audit cycles.

Equal Opportunity Employer

North Stonington Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under state or federal law.

Inquiries: Allison Reyes, Associate Principal, Wheeler High School/Middle School, 297 Norwich-Westerly Rd, North Stonington, CT | 860-535-0377

This description is not exhaustive and may be modified to meet district needs.