What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Business Administrator position at Marple Newtown School District?
Job Description
Position: Assistant Business Administrator
Reports to: Business Administrator
Primary Function: Assisting with the administration and supervision of the business office functions including, but not limited to, budget preparation, district accounting, local, state and federal reporting, purchasing and payroll.
Minimum Qualifications: Extensive experience in PA public school district. Accounting experience preferred. B.S. degree in Accounting or a related field is required. A CPA certification is preferred. Possess the ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Examples of Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Prepares budget(s) in accordance with required local, state and federal accounting requirements and practices;
- Coordinates the external audit, preparation of annual financial statements and audit report of the District. Completes all other external reports and oversight as needed.
- Preparing all required district, local, state and federal reports;
- Assists in budget development and ensures all budgetary controls and records are properly maintained including: electronic budget, accounting, payroll, purchasing and operational records, reports, files and data;
- Develop budget projections for current year revenues and expenditures;
- Supervises the collection, recording and reconciliations of all tax revenues.
- Oversees the investment of district funds and cash flow in accordance the school code;
- Provide administrative supervision of payroll/AR/AP and Accounting Supervisors
- Monitor payroll on bi-weekly basis and review for accuracy
- Assist in developing and maintaining proper salary schedules for all employees;
- Prepare and file payroll forms to various local, state and federal governmental agencies;
- Meet all Governmental requirements on a timely basis;
- Maintain accuracy of all general ledger and payroll records and reports;
- Assure proper accounting for all district auxiliary funds;
- Assist with preparation of State Financial Reports;
- Prepare monthly financial report for Board;
- Performs district accounting functions including account transfers, year-end accruals, cash management, taxes, investments, student accounts, and payroll;
- Administers purchasing, bidding, quoting and asset management functions in accordance with local, state and federal requirements;
- Supervises and evaluates assigned staff;
- Performs the duties and responsibilities of the Business Administrator in the absence of Business Administrator;
- Regular attendance including day, evening, and other required meetings;
- Serves as treasurer to the board and;
- Performs other essential functions as assigned.
Terms of Employment: In accordance with the MNAA Compensation and Benefit Plan.
The Marple Newtown School District is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, ancestry, disability, or other legally protected classification. This policy is in accordance with state and federal laws, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; and The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Inquiries may be directed to Human Resources at 610-359-4380.
Primary Location
Business Office
Salary Range
TBD based on Experience / Per Year
Shift Type
Full-Time
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