Organization: Seacoast Community School

Position: Business Manager

Location: Portsmouth, NH

Website: http://www.seacoastcommunityschool.org

To Apply: Submit a cover letter, resume and two letters of reference to mcaldwell@seacoastcommunityschool.org

Compensation: $40,000-$55,000 plus medical and dental benefits, a retirement benefit option, PTO, and free/discounted tuition for family members attending SCS.

Hours: 32-40 hours per week dependent on roles and responsibilities assumed.

Position Summary

Seacoast Community School (SCS) is seeking a Business Manager to work alongside our administrative team who strive to lead, inspire, and motivate teachers and staff to provide the highest quality educational programming for its 250 children and their families. The mission of Seacoast Community School is to provide nurturing care and exceptional education for all children of the Seacoast.

The Business Manager will exemplify SCS’ core values in the community, support the advancement of the school’s strategic plan, support the oversight of a $3.2 million dollars budget annually, and ensure that SCS achieves its short and long term goals.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Support the vision and direction of SCS anchored in the mission, vision and values

• Partner closely with program directors as they execute budgets overseeing the early childhood programs and school-aged program, PEAK (Program for Elementary Age Kids).
• Participate in the fundraising activities of the school, represent SCS in the community and build and steward funder/grantor and partner relationships.

Financial Oversight

• Monitor actual expenses relative to budget throughout the fiscal year.
• Work closely with the board Finance Committee including reporting, planning and executing meetings. In addition to attending full board meetings as needed
• Accounts Payable procedures, check production, and vendor relations.
• Accounts Receivable procedures including billing and collection activities.
• Manage all tuition billing with parents through our student information system. This could include working with the state on scholarship families.
• Manage SCS scholarship funds for families.

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrates experience collaborating and building a strong workplace culture.
• Values and demonstrates a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice.
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills (listening, speaking, writing).
• Ability to be responsive to the evolving financial needs of the school and its constituents.
• A personal comfort and orientation to flexibility, adaptation, and continued learning.
• Encourages and accepts feedback, demonstrates active listening, and builds trust among team members.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting required
• Comparable financial experience preferred
• Strong understanding of GAAP and state scholarship requirements
• Proficient in Quickbooks and Excel
• Ability to work independently and is self motivated

About Seacoast Community School:

Seacoast Community School has been delivering on its mission to provide nurturing care and educational programs for all children of the Seacoast since its founding in 1967.

As a longstanding advocate for the importance of early education, we are passionate about ensuring that all children in our community have access to the highest quality education and care. Our commitment to excellence is no secret: We are the third largest licensed early learning center in New Hampshire, with over 260 children enrolled in our diverse educational and enrichment programs. These standards are reflected in the National Association for the Education of Young Children accreditation of our Early Childhood Full Day Program, as well as the Licensed Plus certification of school-aged programs.

Our dedicated staff provide an unparalleled continuum of care for children from eight weeks to 12 years old, and often go over and above their job description to offer support for families. Our Early Childhood Education program and main offices are based at the Community Campus, a development located on 90 acres of natural land, as well as at The Meadows, a school created in partnership with the Portsmouth Housing Authority. Students at our Community Campus location have access to two outdoor playgrounds, outdoor classrooms, raised garden beds, and beautiful walking and fitness trails. Nutritious meals are cooked on-site and adhere to USDA guidelines. Our school-aged programs are housed in the local elementary schools throughout Portsmouth, as well as in Greenland’s Central School.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Financial concepts: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person