The Weston Public Schools is seeking to hire an Assistant Business Manager/Financial Analyst to support the School Business Office. This is a full-time, 12-month position reporting to the Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations. The Assistant Business Manager/Financial Analyst will provide oversight and management of staff in the Transportation Department, oversee facilities use, student activities accounts, revolving accounts, grants, and the online payment system. We are looking for a diverse pool of applicants who are inspired by our mission to educate, equip, and inspire all students to achieve their full potential and enrich their community.

The Weston Public Schools enrolls approximately 1,960 students in pre-kindergarten through grade 12. The school district includes a high school for grades 9-12, a middle school for grades 6-8, an upper elementary school for grades 4-5, and two lower elementary schools for pre-kindergarten through grade 3. Since 1967, Weston has participated in METCO (Metropolitan Council for Educational Opportunity) - a voluntary school integration program that places Boston residents in suburban schools. The Weston METCO program enrolls approximately 160 students (K-12).

• Embrace the diversity of the Weston Public Schools by fostering an environment of respect and inclusion
• Regularly monitor annual school budget throughout the fiscal year once they have been approved and adopted by the Town
• Respond to finance and budget related inquiries and requests from school and town personnel, as well as the public
• Attend municipal meetings as required
• Prepare financial and business reports through MUNIS, Google Docs, PowerPoint, and/or Excel, keeping the Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations fully informed on all aspects of the business and financial operations of the school department
• Prepare benchmarking data utilizing the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary’s Edwin Analytics database, and/or other sources as needed, to answer questions posed by the School Committee, Finance Committee, and others
• Analyze financial and budget related matters and conducts research
• Compile data from statistical studies and budget analysis, maintains database of budget history, and develops multi-year forecasts of revenues and
• expenditures to assist in budget preparation and analysis
• May provide analytical support for the development and review of programs and policies affecting the budget
• Prepare regular budget reports and presentations for school committee, senior management, program administrators, boards, and committees to depict rates of spending versus budget and identify potential budget problems
• Coordinate, maintain and report for all Federal and State projects (grants, revolving funds, and capital) including overseeing completion of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports
• Coordinate and complete the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education End-of-Year Report and assist with other annual reports
• Maintain personnel budget and projections by working with Human Resources Dept
• Review and keep current on new or revised finance related laws and regulations affecting the schools
• Assist in procurement of goods, materials and services required for operation of the school system
• Oversee implementation, training, maintenance, and use of MUNIS (financial application) system in the school department.
• Review and processes all requisitions and Purchase Orders..
• Oversee and maintains online payment system.
• Work with schools and Head Bookkeeper to ensure proper tracking of each event and funding coming into the system
• Review and enters all Budget Transfer and Journal Entry documents
• Perform special projects and other related duties as required, directed, or as the situation dictates.

• Bachelor's degree in public administration, business, or a finance related discipline, Master's degree preferred
• 1-3 years of finance/budget related experience
• Experience in budget development and financial analysis, with knowledge of finance/business management and general accounting principles
• Results driven, with excellent planning and a systems approach to project management
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Google Suite
• Flexibility and the desire to work in a team environment
• Maturity and the ability to maintain confidential information
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly knowledgeable of Excel and other database applications

The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $90,000 per year. Additionally, Weston offers a comprehensive benefits package including subsidized health insurance and participation in the Middlesex County Retirement System. Professional growth is ongoing in Weston and supported through multiple opportunities, both internally and externally.

The start date for this role is August 1, 2024, but we can accommodate an earlier start date to help with the transition. The review of applications will begin immediately. but please note that while we will carefully review every application, only candidates invited to advance in the hiring process will be contacted.