General Description

East Hill Christian School is a not-for-profit, private, accredited Christian school serving students in the historic East Hill community in Pensacola, Florida. The Business Manager is responsible for a coordinated school effort to convey East Hill Christian School’s unique value to the marketplace and attract, enroll, and retain a mission-aligned, diverse, student community. EHCS has recently experienced significant growth in the student population.

Job summary

The Business Manager is responsible for maintaining the operational efficiency of the institution. This role involves managing the school's budget, overseeing purchasing processes, and handling all aspects of Human Resources. Additionally, the Business Manager ensures compliance with state scholarship programs and manages the school's operational needs. Reporting directly to the Head of School, the Business Manager works collaboratively with senior leadership, faculty, and staff to support the school's mission and goals. This position requires a strong commitment to Christian values, excellent financial acumen, and effective communication skills to balance strategic planning with day-to-day operational management.

Type of Position 12-month exempt employee with salary

Required Spiritual Qualities

• Acknowledge Christ as Savior and seek to live life as His disciple
• Believe the Bible to be the inspired, the only infallible, authoritative, inerrant Word of God—our standard for faith and practice
• Believe and actively support the school’s statement of faith
• Demonstrate a desire for spiritual growth as evidenced by his or her prayer life, Bible study, and spiritual outreach to others
• Be a Christian role model in attitude, speech, and actions toward others (Luke 6:40) This includes being committed to God’s biblical standards for sexual conduct
• Evidence the fruit of the Spirit in dealing with people
• Share the Christian faith with others
• Have a Christ-centered home
• Actively participate in a local Bible-believing church

Required Professional Qualities

• A minimum of an earned bachelor’s degree in business or a related field
• A strong understanding of how non-profit organizations operate
• A strong understanding of how Christian schools operate
• Ability and desire to work collaboratively in pursuit of the school’s mission
• Goal-oriented and Data-driven
• Committed to excellence
• Expresses warmth and hospitality
• Essential computer skills and ability to learn and operate various software programs

Essential Job Functions

Budget Management:

• Manage, and monitor the school's annual budget
• Work closely with the school’s financial management partners to ensure accurate and timely processing of accounts receivable, and accounts payable

Purchasing Oversight:

• Oversee the procurement of goods and services
• Ensure cost-effective purchasing practices and vendor management
• Approve and track expenditures to maintain budgetary control

Human Resources Management:

• Assist in the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of staff
• Manage employee benefits, payroll, and performance evaluations
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and school policies

Operational Management:

• Work closely with the Facilities Director to ensure the efficient maintenance and operations of school facilities.
• Manage transportation and other logistical needs
• Ensure a safe and efficient working and learning environment

State Scholarship Compliance:

• Ensure the school meets all state scholarship program requirements
• Maintain accurate records and submit necessary reports for compliance
• Liaise with state agencies to stay updated on regulatory changes

Strategic Planning:

• Provide financial insights and recommendations for strategic initiatives
• Participate in long-term planning to support the school's mission and goals
• Collaborate with senior leadership on resource allocation and financial planning

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work closely with the Head of School, senior leadership, faculty, and staff
• Foster a collaborative environment to support the school's overall mission

Faith Integration:

• Integrate Christian values and principles into all aspects of financial and operational management
• Support the spiritual and academic mission of the school through effective stewardship of resources.