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604 N 7th Street
Brainerd, MN 56401
(218) 828 - 8200
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Position Description: Business Manager
Reports to: Executive Director
Location: Discovery Woods School (some remote work)
Salary Range: $40,000 - $55,000
Position Type: Full-time (reduced summer hours)
Position Summary: The Business Manager is a key member of the school’s leadership team responsible for overseeing the charter school's business operations, including finance, budgeting, human resources, facilities, procurement, and compliance. This role ensures the school maintains fiscal integrity and adheres to all applicable laws and regulations.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Financial Management:
* In collaboration with the Creative Planning Team and school leadership, develop and manage the annual budget.
* Monitor expenditures and prepare monthly financial statements and forecasts.
* Ensure timely payroll processing and accounts payable/receivable functions.
* Manage relationships with auditors, banks, and other financial stakeholders.
* Support a fundraising strategy plan
* Prepare financial reports for the Board, authorizers, and funders.
Compliance and Reporting
* Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., ESSA, Title funds, Special Education funding).
* Submit required reports to charter authorizers, state education agencies, and grant funders.
* Maintain accurate and organized financial records for audits and public transparency.
Operations and Facilities:
* Oversee contracts, vendor relationships, and procurement policies.
* Support facilities management, including maintenance, leases, and capital improvements.
* Manage inventory and purchasing systems for school supplies and equipment.
Human Resources:
* Oversee onboarding, benefits administration, and employee records.
* Ensure compliance with labor laws, school policies, and HR best practices.
* Support staff payroll, timekeeping, and benefits enrollment processes.
* First point of contact for staff HR issues.
Leadership and Collaboration:
* Serve as a strategic partner to the school’s leadership team on business and operational planning.
* Provide training and support to staff on budgeting and compliance procedures.
* Contribute to long-term planning for school sustainability and growth.
* Attend the financial committee meeting and board meetings when applicable.
* Support with reporting to MDE and the authorizer.
* Performs other duties and assumes other responsibilities as assigned by the School Director.
Required Qualifications:
* Experience or AA degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
* 3+ years of experience in business/operations management, preferably in a school or nonprofit setting.
* Strong financial acumen and experience with budgets, audits, and financial reporting.
* Understanding of public school funding and charter school compliance requirements.
How to Apply:
Qualified applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and contact information for references to office@discoverywoods.com<mailto:office@discoverywoods.com>.
* Applicant materials will be accepted until the position is filled.
* Candidates selected for an interview will receive additional information regarding specific roles and responsibilities.
DWS is dedicated to diversity in the workplace. All Veterans and Reservists are encouraged to apply. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Position Description: Business Manager
Reports to: Executive Director
Location: Discovery Woods School (some remote work)
Salary Range: $40,000 - $55,000
Position Type: Full-time (reduced summer hours)
Position Summary: The Business Manager is a key member of the school’s leadership team responsible for overseeing the charter school's business operations, including finance, budgeting, human resources, facilities, procurement, and compliance. This role ensures the school maintains fiscal integrity and adheres to all applicable laws and regulations.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Financial Management:
In collaboration with the Creative Planning Team and school leadership, develop and manage the annual budget.
Monitor expenditures and prepare monthly financial statements and forecasts.
Ensure timely payroll processing and accounts payable/receivable functions.
Manage relationships with auditors, banks, and other financial stakeholders.
Support a fundraising strategy plan
Prepare financial reports for the Board, authorizers, and funders.
Compliance and Reporting
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., ESSA, Title funds, Special Education funding).
Submit required reports to charter authorizers, state education agencies, and grant funders.
Maintain accurate and organized financial records for audits and public transparency.
Operations and Facilities:
Oversee contracts, vendor relationships, and procurement policies.
Support facilities management, including maintenance, leases, and capital improvements.
Manage inventory and purchasing systems for school supplies and equipment.
Human Resources:
Oversee onboarding, benefits administration, and employee records.
Ensure compliance with labor laws, school policies, and HR best practices.
Support staff payroll, timekeeping, and benefits enrollment processes.
First point of contact for staff HR issues.
Leadership and Collaboration:
Serve as a strategic partner to the school’s leadership team on business and operational planning.
Provide training and support to staff on budgeting and compliance procedures.
Contribute to long-term planning for school sustainability and growth.
Attend the financial committee meeting and board meetings when applicable.
Support with reporting to MDE and the authorizer.
Performs other duties and assumes other responsibilities as assigned by the School Director.
Required Qualifications:
Experience or AA degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
3+ years of experience in business/operations management, preferably in a school or nonprofit setting.
Strong financial acumen and experience with budgets, audits, and financial reporting.
Understanding of public school funding and charter school compliance requirements.
How to Apply:
Qualified applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and contact information for references to office@discoverywoods.com.
DWS is dedicated to diversity in the workplace. All Veterans and Reservists are encouraged to apply. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
