Business Manager - Vacancy ID: 219305

The River Ridge School District (RRSD) is seeking a full-time qualified individual with extensive accounting background to serve as the next Business Manager. Candidates must be knowledgeable in Wisconsin school finance, school budget management, accounting, payroll, auditing, food service/facilities, contract agreements, and insurance/risk management.

Scope of Postition: The Business Manager is responsible for the organization and administration of the financial and business affairs of the school district. This position is responsible for all matters related to the district budget including planning and forecasting, reporting and auditing, cash and debt management, purchasing, payroll, and accounting processes. This position provides leadership and oversight in the areas of insurance and risk management, compensation/benefit plans, student transportation, buildings and grounds, food service, and provides guidance to all staff that have budget responsibilities for the District. 

Qualificiations:
1. Possess a Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance, or similar degree from an accredited college or university.
2. Wisconsin DPI School Business Administrator License Certification # 5008 preferred, but not required, however will have willingness and ability to obtain. 
3. A minimum of three years of demonstrated professional experience in accounting / finance systems for an organization.
4. Thorough knowledge of fund accounting methods and procedures, financial reporting procedures, and the management of complex financial transactions
5. Thorough knowledge of Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) rules desired, and Wisconsin Uniform Financial Accounting Requirements (WUFAR) desired. 

6. Grant management and contract management experience desired. Ability to interpret and comply with federal, state, and district policies, procedures, and regulations.

7. Demontrated experience in oversight of audits, management of leases/contracts, financial reporting procedures and insurance coverage. 

8. Demonstrated skills in organizing ideas and presenting them in a variety of modalities (oral, written, presentation, etc.) with clarity and conciseness.
9. Demonstrated sound judgment, social compentency, adaptability, self-confidence, emotional maturity, inititiative, innovation, enthusiasm, and resourcefullness, collaborative problem-solving and team building abilities, strong organizational skills, and dedication to duty.
10. Demonstrated successful skills in: communication and/or collaboration with students, staff, parents, vendors, and members of the community; establishing and maintaining relationships based on mutual confidence, trust, and respect; ability to make decisions independently and/or lead group decision-making; identifying challenges and problems and their resolutions.

Compensation: Commensurate with education, skills and experience. 

About RRSD: River Ridge School District is a 4K - 12 public school district located in Southwest, Wisconsin. The District serves approximately 500 students and all of our buildings are located in one location in Patch Grove, Wisconsin. Come join our team!

To Apply: Applications will be accepted through WECAN (https://wecan.education.wisc.edu) only.
Please complete the application and submit a cover letter, resume, transcripts, DPI license certificate and/or other certifications, and three (3) letters of recommendation. The successful candidate must successfully complete a required background check prior to hiring. 

The RRSD offers equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination based on an employee's or applicant's age, race, color, creed, religion, genetic information, handicap or disability, marital or parental status, gender sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, arrest record, conviction record, pregnancy, veteran status, military service, membership in the national guard, state defense force or any other reserve component of the military forces of the United States or Wisconsin, use or nonuse of lawful products off District premises during non-working hours and away from District-sponsored activities, or other protected group status, as required by State or Federal law.