Description
EIPS is recruiting a permanent Business Manager III at Salisbury Composite High.
Salisbury Composite High serves approximately 1,500 students in grades 10 to 12, with 67 teaching staff and 23 support staff. The school is located in Sherwood Park, AB.
Salisbury Composite High, "Home of the Sabres,” provides diversity in programs and excellent opportunities that prepare and develop students for the future. "Sabre Pride" is demonstrated through a positive learning environment in which the members of the school community work together to promote the attitudes, skills and knowledge that enable individuals to live caring, productive and fulfilled lives.
Commencing January 13, 2025
37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday - 7.5 hours per day)
12-Month position
EIPS offers a comprehensive benefit package
Open to internal and external applicants
FUNCTION AND PURPOSE OF POSITION
Reporting to the Principal/Assistant Principals, this position is responsible for the reporting and monitoring of all financial aspects of the school, operating under the policies and procedures of Elk Island Public School District. Providing expertise in establishing and maintaining business processes that achieve consistencies, efficiencies, and effectiveness in the workflow. Offering advice in the establishment and implementation of strategic business plans relating to budget and administration. A Business Manager will have a high level of responsibility in these areas: School Generated Funds (SGF), monthly budget monitoring and analysis, purchasing, managing office staff and operations as well as a multitude of other responsibilities, examples of which are listed below.
Financial and Accounting Systems
Assist the Principal in administering and monitoring financial transactions
Maintain accurate and up-to-date computerized financial records in Atrieve ERP, Rycor Fee Management, and Spend Dynamics systems
Run and review monthly Operating and SGF reports
Provide the Principal with monthly reports and reconciliations for his/her approval
Liaise with Financial Services
Assist the Principal in preparing financial projections
Collect, code and review monthly P-card (Purchase Card) transactions
Assist the Principal in drafting the budget using MyBudget File
Collect and verify funds from various sources - school fees, special events, etc.
Post fees to applicable students’ account
Per policy, define and calculate fees in consultation with appropriate staff members
Review School Generated Funds with appropriate staff throughout the year
Verify, code, and enter accounts payable invoices
Record monthly journal entries
Receive, prepare, and enter bank deposits
Take deposits to the bank
Reconcile Moneris statement monthly (if applicable)
Reconcile SGF Overpayment Account monthly
Monitor the collection of school fees and send them to Collections as per procedure
Calculate and compile quarterly GST reports, filing before due
Purchasing
Initiate and purchase equipment, furniture and textbooks in accordance with Admin Policies
Purchase material requested by staff as approved by administration
Create purchase requisitions in Atrieve ERP
Receive and inventory supplies upon arrival
Verify that requested expenditures fall within budget allocation
Other Duties
As assigned by the Principal duties may vary with each assignment (i.e. Payroll duties).
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education
Completion of a two-year post-secondary accounting diploma.
Experience
Minimum of three to five (3-5) years of related experience in a school or office environment.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ATTITUDES
High degree of proficiency in office computer applications such as MS Office, computerized accounting
Familiarity with Atrieve, Rycor, Spend Dynamics, or MyBudget File is an asset
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
Strong prioritization, organization, multitasking, problem-solving and time-management skills
Ability to work independently
Strong ability to adapt and manage change with frequent interruptions
Ability to deal with sensitive and discretionary matters and maintain strict confidentiality
Personal suitability
DECISION MAKING
The types of decisions the Business Manager III is required to make regularly may include:
Prioritize workload; balances assignments from several individuals
Determine information to provide in response to inquiries
Determine which inquiries to refer
Determine how to best utilize the available computer technology to achieve effective results in the presentation of tables, reports, etc.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Business Managers must agree to respect the confidentiality and personal integrity of students, parents, teachers and other staff.
For more information, please contact Curtis Starko, Principal at 780-467-8816 or by email at curtis.starko@eips.ca
Only online applications will be accepted.
Elk Island Public Schools appreciates and considers all applications; however, we only contact candidates who are selected for interviews.
“If you require assistance with the application system, please call Apply to Education at 1-877-900-5627 or email info@applytoeducation.com.”
