School Business Administrator 2026-2027

Foundation Academies • Trenton, NJ

1d • $100,000 - $130,000

About The Position

Foundation Academies is an innovative school community dedicated to fostering independence, ingenuity, empathy, and leadership in every scholar. We are seeking a School Business Administrator (SBA) to drive financial strategy, budgeting, and business operations in close partnership with the executive team and Board of Trustees, ensuring long-term sustainability, organizational growth, and exceptional outcomes for our scholars. Are you ready to make an impact with us?

Requirements

• Valid New Jersey School Business Administrator Certificate or eligibility.
• Demonstrated senior-level experience leading school or organizational finance.
• Strong knowledge of public school finance, grants, audits, and regulatory requirements.
• Expertise in GAAP and GASB accounting standards; experience with capital projects, bonds, and restricted funds.
• Proven ability to build and explain financial models and scenarios to non-finance stakeholders.
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with a track record of managing and developing teams.
• High level of integrity, judgment, and discretion.
• Strong organizational skills and proficiency with financial systems and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic financial planning, budgeting, and multi-year modeling to support organizational sustainability.
• Partner with the executive team and Board of Trustees to provide clear financial insights and recommendations.
• Monitor and report on budget vs. actual performance, identifying variances and recommended actions.
• Manage cash flow, investments, debt, and compliance with bond covenants and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee accounting standards, ensuring GAAP/GASB compliance and proper treatment of restricted funds and grants.
• Serve as primary liaison for audits and maintain audit-ready documentation and internal controls.
• Supervise and develop business office staff, ensuring high performance and accountability.
• Align financial planning with academic priorities, staffing models, and operational initiatives.
• Oversee purchasing, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and other financial systems for accuracy and efficiency.
• Support facilities planning, capital projects, vendor management, contracts, and risk mitigation.

Benefits

• Merit-based pay increases annually
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefit plans
• Tax-deferred 403b retirement account with 25% matching up to a certain amount
• Free financial wellness advising through our Financial Advisor Service
• Optional short or long-term disability benefits through Aflac
• Regular strategic professional development and coaching
• Career advancement opportunities
• Smartphone and fully paid wireless plan through T-Mobile
• Windows-based laptop
• Regular team-building activities and outings
• 10 sick days and 3 personal days that roll over annually
• 30 paid holiday observances
• A rewarding career that positively impacts the lives of our amazing students

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed