Middletown, RI - School Business Administrator new

Position Type:
Business Administrator/Business Administrator

Date Posted:
6/18/2024

Location:
Middletown Public Schools

Date Available:
ASAP

Closing Date:
07/08/2024
EXECUTIVE OPPORTUNITY

AN INVITATION TO APPLY FOR THE POSITION OF
SCHOOL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR
MIDDLETOWN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
MIDDLETOWN, RHODE ISLAND

The Middletown School Committee invites highly qualified candidates to apply for the position of School Business Administrator.

Middletown, Rhode Island is a coastal community rich in history located on Aquidneck Island in Narragansett Bay. It is adjacent to Newport, Rhode Island, 40 miles from Providence and about 70 miles from Boston. Middletown is home to Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge, two public beaches, hiking trails, and a variety of recreational, cultural, and educational activities. Light industry, agriculture, military, and tourism are Middletown's primary employers.

With a total population of 17,100 people and 6,993 households, Middletown Public Schools (MPS) serves approximately 2,045 students in five schools with 200 certified teachers and 60 noncertified staff. The MPS FY 2024 All Funds Budget is $46,06422. This includes State Education Aid, Municipal Appropriation, Federal Aid, Grants, and Capital Improvement dollars. The district experienced a deficit in FY 2022 but has subsequently had a surplus in FY 2023. The district always seeks grant opportunities that enhance and align with its vision and mission. Recently the community approved a $190 million bond to build a new Middle/High School which will be completed by the start of the 2026-2027 school year.

The School Business Administrator is a key member of central office administration and participates as an active member of the District Leadership Team in administering the District's financial operation, management information systems and administrative support systems efficiently and effectively so as to provide the best possible educational services with the resources available. This position is responsible for the planning, administration and conduct of the business affairs of the Middletown Public Schools, in accordance with state laws, policies and practices of the School Committee and the direction of the Superintendent of Schools. The School Business Administrator is responsible for the continuous review of and recommendations for change in the business policies of the district, for the direction and administration of other assigned projects, and for developing and staffing these functions in accordance with Middletown School Committee policies and the direction of the Superintendent.

Selected Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively with Town Finance Office as it relates to all financial accounting systems including financial forecasting and reporting, budget preparation, cash flow reporting, invoicing, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, bank reconciliations, year-end financial reports, local, Federal and State reports (including UCOA), data surveys, and auditing.
• Maintain internal auditing controls of all school accounts and financial procedures and acts as the budget control officer.
• Coordinate the preparation of and oversees the annual operating and Capital Improvement program budgets of the District.
• Work collaboratively with the Rhode Island Department of Education.
• Function as the District's liaison with all local Town, regional, State, Federal, private funding, and financial oversight authorities.
• Perform other tasks or services as may be assigned by the Superintendent

For more information about the district or the position, please visit: https://www.mpsri.net/

Desired Qualifications:

• Proven ability in financial management
• Strong preference to those holding a degree in accounting, Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certificate, or Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA)
• Hold or eligible to hold a Business Official Certification as required by the RIDE
• Five years of experience in high level administration desirable; experience in education preferred
• Strong oral and written communication skills, knowledge of internal controls and experience in developing policies that support a strong internal control system
• A thorough knowledge of GAAP, GASB, and school district and school building based budgeting practices; knowledge of UCOA
• Demonstrated knowledge of electronic data processing systems
• Knowledge of Infinite Visions financial software and MUNIS financial software preferred
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as appropriate and acceptable

This is a full-year position with a competitive salary (in the range of $125,000 to $140,000) and benefits package, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

For more information, please contact:
NESDEC Search Office
Middletown School Business Administrator Search
NESDEC, 28 Lord Road, Marlborough, MA 01752



Review of applications will begin on July 8, 2024 and will be reviewed until a suitable candidate is hired. Applications received after this deadline may be considered at the discretion of the district.