Business Associate

Ambition Preparatory Charter School•Jackson, MS

About The Position

The Business Associate (Finance & Operations) is responsible for the daily accounts payable, purchasing, and general school operations and compliance tasks. S/he will cultivate sharing and collaboration within the community and work to build a scalable and efficient finance/operational infrastructure, providing exceptional service and support to our school, ensuring their continued fiscal/operational success, and working to support the school’s mission and our high expectations for all.

Requirements

Unwavering commitment to Ambition Prep’s mission, students, families, and community is non-negotiable
The belief that all students can learn at a high level, regardless of race, culture, or socioeconomic status
Ability to multi-task and work with an ambiguous, fast-moving, start-up environment
Team player: demonstrates maturity, growth mindset, strong work ethic, follow-through, and flexibility
Ability to take constructive feedback and quickly incorporate feedback
Ability to multitask effectively and complete assignments with a strong sense of urgency.
Background check passed, required.
Strong computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Docusign, and Adobe Pro,
Experience in working with teams and individuals to meet specific and strategic outcomes
Strong written and oral communication, collaboration, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred, preferably in management or operations.
Experience managing teams and delivering professional development

Responsibilities

Works with the business team to facilitate purchases while ensuring cost-savings, abiding by internal, state, and federal purchasing laws.
Reconcile credit/debit purchases and accounts receivable
Generate and distribute Purchase Orders
Input data into accounting and information systems
Work alongside our finance and operations team to drive annual priorities for the School
Manage Monday/resources for the school finance/ops team
Purchase school supplies/resources in compliance with fiscal procedures
Ensure the school is adequately stocked with supplies and resources
Obtain quotes for purchases
Support with coordination of logistics and execution of several schoolwide operations, such as food service, transportation, technology, facilities, events, etc.
Any other duties assigned by the supervisor
Ensures Food Service compliance and claims in accordance with the National School Lunch Reimbursement Program (NSLP) requirements
Support with fiscal compliance, grant compliance, and state/federal reporting.