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CC#24-06-10 Business Manager

Business Manager

Chignecto Family

Competition #24-06-10

Full-Time Non-Union Regular Position

 

Applications are invited for the position of Business Manager for the Chignecto Family of Schools.  Reporting to the Manager, Budgets and School Financial Services, the Business Manager provides professional advice, guidance and support to the Family of Schools Supervisor, Manager and 17 schools in the Cumberland County area on the management of accounts, budgets, purchasing, financial records, financial accountability, training and related matters.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Post secondary education (business related), preference will be given to a University degree in accounting
  • Five years of successful business experience working within a financial environment;
  • Experience and knowledge of accepted accounting and budgeting procedures and practices;
  • Thorough knowledge of information technology and current software application;
  • Expertise in using spreadsheet, word processing, presentation, internet, e-mail, and computer accounting software;
  • Experience with school business management an asset;
  • Excellent written/oral communication and interpersonal skills;
  • Well developed decision-making and creative problem solving ability;
  • Diplomacy and discretion in dealing with personnel and the general public;
  • Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle

 

OTHER ASSETS:

  • Preference will be given to those candidates with experience in Excel, SAP, SchoolCash;
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills;
  • The ability to work independently while prioritizing own workload

 

 Interested applicants must apply electronically to this on-line Careers page

 

Interested applicants must submit a resume with a concise covering letter highlighting the most relevant qualifications and experience.  The names of at least three (3) professional references must be included, two (2) of whom must be recent supervisors able to address professional competency.  Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

 

SALARY RANGE:                                                            Non Union Pay Band 6 ($2,161.58 to $2,701.97 Bi-Weekly)

 

START DATE:                                                                  Immediately

 

LOCATION:                                                                     Springhill, Nova Scotia

 

CLOSING DATE:                                                             Friday, May 3, 2024 at 11:59 pm  

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