Our client is a faith-based school with a strong commitment to Christian values and an excellent academic reputation. They aim to provide a nurturing environment for students to learn and grow in both knowledge and character, from Pre-K through 12th grade. The school is deeply rooted in its community and is committed to equipping students with the tools to pursue academic excellence while developing strong moral foundations. They are seeking a Business Manager to oversee the financial and administrative operations of the institution. This is a meaningful role for a detail-oriented, mission-aligned professional who is passionate about supporting educational excellence through sound financial stewardship.
This is a hybrid role with the option to work out of their Granada Hills or North Hills location.
Responsibilities:
- Create and maintain the annual budget for the institution, ensuring resources are allocated effectively to support the school’s academic and operational priorities
- Prepare accurate and timely financial reports and statements for school administrators and other key stakeholders
- Oversee personnel records, employment contracts, and staffing agreements
- Direct the procurement processes, solicit competitive bids, and negotiate vendor contracts for optimal fiscal responsibility
- Prepare and submit required reports for government agencies, auditors, and other external stakeholders
- Serve as a subject matter expert in education and nonprofit finance laws and regulations, staying up-to-date on changes and ensuring ongoing institutional compliance
- Provide data-driven financial insights to inform strategic decision-making by school administrators and the board
- Work cross-functionally with administrators, faculty, and staff to address financial and operational needs across the institution
- Communicate budgetary information clearly to stakeholders and school board members; represent the school in relevant financial meetings and matters
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field required; Master’s degree is a plus
- 4+ years of finance and administrative operations experience, ideally in an education, nonprofit, or similar setting
- Deep knowledge of education and non-profit finance laws, regulations, and best practices
- Strong financial analysis and budget management skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- Prior exposure to human resources and payroll processes
- Proficiency in financial software and tools (QuickBooks experience a plus)
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to both financial and non-financial audiences
- Alignment with the school’s Christian mission and values; personal faith commitment is a must
- Relevant certifications (e.g., Certified School Business Official – CSBO) preferred
Compensation Targeting a base salary of ~$95-120k
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