* Position Type: Administration/ Business Manager
* Date Posted: 9/30/2025
* Date Available: 09/30/2025
Company Overview
Camden's Charter School Network is dedicated to transforming education in Camden by providing high-quality charter school options that empower students and foster community engagement.
Summary
We are seeking a Business Manager to join Camden's Promise Charter School Network. Located in Camden, this role is pivotal in driving our mission forward by overseeing business operations and ensuring strategic alignment with our educational goals.
Job Description
Network Business Manager
Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's preferred)
* Minimum 3–5 years of experience in bookkeeping, financial management, or related field
* Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices
* Proficiency with bookkeeping software (e.g., QuickBooks, Excel, or similar platforms)
* Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
* Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
* Attention to detail and high degree of accuracy
* Familiarity with school or nonprofit financial operations a plus
* Successful background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident status
Reports To
Not specified
Job Goal
The Business Manager is responsible for overseeing financial operations across the school network. This includes managing budgets, maintaining accurate bookkeeping records, supporting financial planning, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. The Business Manager will help ensure fiscal responsibility while supporting the network's mission to provide high-quality education.
Performance Responsibilities
* Manage all bookkeeping activities, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and bank reconciliations for a nonprofit
* Prepare and present financial reports (monthly, quarterly, annually) for internal leadership and board meetings
* Lead the preparation and oversight of annual budgets for the network and individual schools
* Ensure timely payroll processing and coordination with HR for benefits and deductions
* Maintain financial compliance with all state, federal, and charter-specific regulations
* Support audit preparation and coordinate with external auditors
* Oversee financial aspects of grants and funded programs, including tracking and reporting
* Develop and manage internal financial controls and systems for effective monitoring
* Supervise and support any finance or bookkeeping staff assigned
* Work collaboratively with vendors, service providers, and third-party financial services
* Participate in leadership meetings, budget planning sessions, and professional development opportunities
* Maintain confidentiality of all financial and personnel-related information
* Serve as treasurer for a charter school that the network contracts by overseeing financial records and ensuring accurate reporting to boards and regulatory agencies
* Perform other related duties within the scope of employment and expertise as assigned by the Network Administration
Terms of Employment
12 month employment / $65,000 to $85,000 salary range
Standard hours 8-4 pm, Monday through Friday. Some evening meetings possible.
Evaluation
Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with state law and the provisions of the board's policy on evaluation of staff.
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