Business Office Manager

The Business Office Manager will help to carry out Richland Academy’s (RA’s) broad educational mission and policies as established by the Board of Directors · Embrace and champion RA’s mission · Cultivate effective relationships with all constituents, including students, families, faculty, staff, board of directors, community members and key stakeholders · Drive enrollment growth and student retention in all programs · Foster a culturally and socio-economically diverse population *I.
Leadership* · Maintains an effective relationship with the Board of Directors.
Works closely with Board of Directors on matters affecting the mission, strategic planning and finances, and is able to communicate relevant updates in an efficient and timely manner.
· Manage all support staff schedules, PTO and sick days.
*II.
Program and Operations* · Evaluates and ensures Richland Academy meets and exceeds all regulatory requirements and pursues the highest level of quality care and Montessori education.
Works with faculty and staff to identify curriculum needs and program support.
· Effectively assesses, manages and mitigates risks that will negatively impact the mission of the school.
Recommends responses to regulatory and legislative actions that mitigate potential impacts.
· Coordinates internal and external school communications regarding payments.
· Develop specific operations, goals and objectives to implement the strategic goals that have been mutually established with the Board.
· Ensure that the school is in compliance with all applicable government laws and regulations.
*III.
Community* · Oversee general marketing of RA.
Regularly maintains and updates the website and social media channels of RA and develops material for distribution in the community (e.
g.
flyers, brochures).
Attends community events as a representative of RA, when applicable.
*IV.
Financial* · Works closely with the education director, and board of directors to prepare the annual budget for review and approval by the Board of Directors.
Ensures that the available financial resources are carefully managed within the budgetary guidelines.
Is responsible for the preparation of monthly financial statements to the Board.
· Seeks/recommends potential grants for additional revenue and follows through with funding opportunities.
· Assumes ultimate responsibility for ensuring development and fundraising goals are met.
Is able to articulate RA’s unique mission and the value of the goals for which funds are being raised to constituents and community.
· Prepare payroll for each pay period.
*Job Requirements* · Required Education: High School Diploma or GED · Preferred Education/Experience: Montessori credential and/or experience.
Independent school administration.
Non-profit management.
· Knowledge: Understanding of the academic, fiscal, social and advocacy responsibilities of a non-profit center and school.
· Montessori-based curriculum knowledge and program development a plus, or a willingness to learn the Montessori Method of Education.
Business operational knowledge including leadership, management and budget.
Customer relations (children, parents, community) and community building.
· Skills/Competencies: Able to manage the vision and purpose of Montessori education philosophy, while enhancing the diversity and inclusion of thought, experience and cultures within an educational setting.
Strong business acumen with ability to make decisions and positively influence the customer experience.
Effective leadership that will motivate the various constituencies to be strong stakeholders.
High sense of integrity with ability to maintain composure and relate well to individuals of all levels, experiences, and backgrounds.
Able to effectively manage conflict, set priorities and inform/communicate with proper constituents.
· Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Office and ability to quickly learn and apply new technology skills.
· Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work.
’ · Organization and the ability to multitask to complete a wide variety of tasks.
· Bookkeeping skills · Reliability and discretion · Ability to ensure the utmost level of confidentiality *Required Clearances* · Criminal Background Check (Federal and State including Fingerprinting) · PA Child Abuse Clearance · Mandating Reporting Certificate This does not encompass all job duties that may arise from day to day.
\*\*Please note the pay is based on background and experience level.
PROGRAM SERVICES AND EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE WITHOUT DISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF SEX, RACE, COLOR, CREED, DISABILITY, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, OR ANCESTRY.
Job Type: Part-time Benefits: * Employee discount * Flexible schedule * Paid time off Schedule: * Choose your own hours Education: * High school or equivalent (Required) Ability to Relocate: * Johnstown, PA 15904: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Johnstown, PA 15904