Office Manager/Pupil Accountant

Office Manger/Pupil Accountant

At Bradford Academy, the top priority will always remain the same - the students. Building a safe community allows our staff and families to lean on each other to invest in every child's educational journey. Our 13-year commitment is a promise to our families to equip each child with the tools and skills needed to walk across the stage at graduation. We are looking for talented and dedicated educators like you to help us see that promise through.

A successful candidate for this position has:

• An unwavering belief that all children regardless of their background can learn and exceed at high levels.
• A strong desire to achieve outstanding results in the pursuit of excellence for students.
• A love for building relationships and being on a collaborative team.
• The willingness to be a humble change agent.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.

As the Office Manager, your core responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

Office Services:

• Performs secretarial and administrative support functions
• Designs and implements office policies with approval by School Leader.
• Organizes office operations and procedures.
• Prepares accurate payroll information including time sheets.
• Manages office operations and office coverage during open hours.
• Handles and prepares correspondence for the School Leader and Academy Board.

Customer Service & Community Relations:

• Demonstrates positive customer service and community relations at all times with all people.
• Applies positive customer service to the role and is perceived as a team member by the staff.
• Provides tours and information about the Academy when inquired by community members.
• Shares responsibility for marketing the Academy in the community.

Maintaining Office Records:

• Maintains student records and student enrollment counts as required by law and local policy.
• Maintains the daily teacher attendance record and substitute teacher records.
• Processes enrollment procedures for all students.
• Prepares all required reports and maintains all appropriate records.
• Assumes other responsibilities assigned by the School Leader.

Finances:

• Conducts daily deposit to the bank.
• Carries out financial operations at the site level, including payroll, purchasing and financial accounting.
• Compares prices and prepares purchase orders for all office and classroom needs for the beginning of the school year and as needed during the year.

Operations:

• Operates standard office equipment (computer, copier, fax machine, etc.).
• Maintains and replenishes office supply inventory.

Other:

• Assumes other duties assigned by the School Leader and Choice Schools Associates, L.L.C.

Job Goal: To assure the smooth and efficient operation of the Academy office as the communications and operations center for the partnership between internal and external stakeholders in achieving educational excellence for all children.

Essential Skills and Competencies: While we will consider a broad range of backgrounds, the ideal candidate would have the following qualifications/experience:

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bookkeeping experience.
• Exemplary work habits verified by reference check.
• Computer skills in data processing, bookkeeping, spreadsheets, databases and research.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid Michigan driver's license.

Desired Qualifications:

• Associates degree or above preferred.
• Experience in a school setting with school-age children.
• Knowledge of and skills working with students and families of all backgrounds.
• Excellent verbal and written expression.
• Ability to positively communicate with students, staff and parents.
• Reputation of self-control and sound interpersonal skills.
• Exemplary organizational skills.
• Solid record of punctuality.

Work Location: 24218 Garner St, Southfield, MI 48033

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Choice Schools offers a full comprehensive benefits plan, including health care, a competitive 401(K) plan, professional development, and much more. View our benefits options here - https://choiceschools.com/careers/careers-choice-experience/

Please contact Sara Hogle,sarahogle@choiceschools.com with any questions.

Working for Choice Schools Associates

Bradford Academy is part of the Choice Schools Community. As a comprehensive education service provider, Choice Schools offers a student-centered approach to tailored school operations support. Much like a superintendent's office, Choice Schools provides invaluable assistance in various crucial areas, including instruction, professional development, curriculum, human resources, finance, compliance, communications, and enrollment. By being a part of the Choice Schools Scholar Model, Dove Academy is a vibrant community of learning, comprised of multiple other outstanding scholar schools within the state. The Scholar Model will provide you with the support and collaboration of a large district while serving at a tight-knit community school in your area.

Choice Schools Associates is an equal opportunity employer. Choice Schools Associates does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national or ethnic background. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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