Director of Business Services

Branford, CT - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 128000 - 138000

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Administration

Job Summary

Position Type:
Administration/Business Manager

Date Posted:
12/19/2025

Location:
185 Damascus Road Branford CT 06405

Date Available:
January 2026

Closing Date:
01/02/2026

VACANCY NOTICE
2025 - 2026 School Year
December 19 2025

Branford Public Schools
Director of Business Services

Department: Central Office
Supervision received: Receives overall direction from the Chief Operating Officer
Work Year: 12 months Full-time
Salary Range: $128000 - $138000
Start Date: January 2026

Position Summary: The Director of Business Services plays a highly responsible role in BPS administration directing operational and financial business programs and processes and project managing critical initiatives. This position oversees finance accounts payable grants purchasing and the management of the food service fund and student activity fund. The Director of Business Services serves as the liaison with the Town Finance Department for daily operations and management of the shared financial software system.

Professional Responsibilities:

Financial Management

Support the Chief Operating officer with the development and management of the annual budget
Conduct financial planning forecasting and analysis to support strategic decision-making
Ensure all funds are properly reconciled and accounted for maintaining accurate records of all financial transactions
Lead the coordination and preparation for the districts annual audits and required financial reporting
Ensure accurate and timely processing of financial transactions including accounts payable revenue and payroll
Oversee centralized financial management of student activities funds ensuring proper accounting reconciliation and compliance with district policies and regulations.
Provide guidance and support to school administrators and staff on managing and reporting student activities funds effectively
Manage the financial aspects of grants including budgeting monitoring expenditures and ensuring compliance with grant requirements and regulations

Accounts Payable Supervision

Supervise the accounts payable function and implements robust internal controls to ensure compliance with district policies and procedures
Coordinate with vendors and resolve any payment disputes or discrepancies

Purchasing and Procurement

Oversee the district-wide purchasing function and ensure financial activity complies with procurement policy and procedures
In coordination with the COO develop and implement purchasing policies and procedures that comply with local state and federal regulations
Directs the public bidding process for the district
With the COO negotiate contracts and agreements

Food Service Fund Management

Oversee the financial management of the districts food service fund and food service management company including budgeting forecasting and reporting
Ensure compliance with state and federal program requirements and regulations
Monitor the financial performance of the food service fund and implement strategies to optimize its financial health

Minimum Qualifications and Skills:

Strong knowledge of accounting principles practices and procedures including budgeting and financial reporting
In-depth understanding of federal state and local finance and budgeting laws and regulations
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel Access) and industry-specific software programs
Excellent presentation skills capable of clearly and concisely presenting financial information to governing bodies and the public
Ability to analyze costs budgets and other financial data and to prepare comprehensive financial reports
Skilled in implementing and enforcing financial policies and procedures
Strong research and report writing abilities
Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Demonstrated public speaking skills for effective communication in various forums
Prefer experience with MUNIS EFS CSDE financial regulations and school lunch fund management

Education & Experience:

Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Business or Public Administration or related field and minimum of 5 years of related experience
Masters degree preferred
Demonstrated experience managing Connecticut school finances preferred but not required; accounting experience preferred

License/Certification: Must possess 085 - School Business Administrator certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job the employee is regularly required to stand sit kneel/squat bend/stoop pushing pulling and twisting. There is regular intermittent exposure to computer screen. Performs duties in an office environment. Uses repetitive motions in operating office equipment including keyboards calculators fax machines and copiers. Frequent light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds). Specific vision abilities required by this position include distance vision peripheral vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Note: This is a highly responsible role and the above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task and responsibility. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Start Date: January 2026
Open Until: January 2 2026

Interested candidates must complete the application online at

(Internal candidates should provide all the required information.)
Bilingual English/Spanish candidates encouraged to apply

Required Experience:

Director

Position Type:Administration/Business ManagerDate Posted:12/19/2025Location:185 Damascus Road Branford CT 06405Date Available:January 2026 Closing Date: 01/02/2026VACANCY NOTICE 2025 - 2026 School Year December 19 2025 Branford Public Schools Director of Business Services Department: Central Offic...

Position Type:
Administration/Business Manager

Date Posted:
12/19/2025

Location:
185 Damascus Road Branford CT 06405

Date Available:
January 2026

Closing Date:
01/02/2026

Financial Management

Support the Chief Operating officer with the development and management of the annual budget
Conduct financial planning forecasting and analysis to support strategic decision-making
Ensure all funds are properly reconciled and accounted for maintaining accurate records of all financial transactions
Lead the coordination and preparation for the districts annual audits and required financial reporting
Ensure accurate and timely processing of financial transactions including accounts payable revenue and payroll
Oversee centralized financial management of student activities funds ensuring proper accounting reconciliation and compliance with district policies and regulations.
Provide guidance and support to school administrators and staff on managing and reporting student activities funds effectively
Manage the financial aspects of grants including budgeting monitoring expenditures and ensuring compliance with grant requirements and regulations

Accounts Payable Supervision

Supervise the accounts payable function and implements robust internal controls to ensure compliance with district policies and procedures
Coordinate with vendors and resolve any payment disputes or discrepancies

Purchasing and Procurement

Oversee the district-wide purchasing function and ensure financial activity complies with procurement policy and procedures
In coordination with the COO develop and implement purchasing policies and procedures that comply with local state and federal regulations
Directs the public bidding process for the district
With the COO negotiate contracts and agreements

Food Service Fund Management

Oversee the financial management of the districts food service fund and food service management company including budgeting forecasting and reporting
Ensure compliance with state and federal program requirements and regulations
Monitor the financial performance of the food service fund and implement strategies to optimize its financial health

Minimum Qualifications and Skills:

Strong knowledge of accounting principles practices and procedures including budgeting and financial reporting
In-depth understanding of federal state and local finance and budgeting laws and regulations
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel Access) and industry-specific software programs
Excellent presentation skills capable of clearly and concisely presenting financial information to governing bodies and the public
Ability to analyze costs budgets and other financial data and to prepare comprehensive financial reports
Skilled in implementing and enforcing financial policies and procedures
Strong research and report writing abilities
Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Demonstrated public speaking skills for effective communication in various forums
Prefer experience with MUNIS EFS CSDE financial regulations and school lunch fund management

Education & Experience:

Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Business or Public Administration or related field and minimum of 5 years of related experience
Masters degree preferred
Demonstrated experience managing Connecticut school finances preferred but not required; accounting experience preferred

Required Experience:

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Director of Business Services

Branford, CT - USA

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Job Summary

Financial Management

Accounts Payable Supervision

Purchasing and Procurement

Food Service Fund Management

Financial Management

Accounts Payable Supervision

Purchasing and Procurement

Food Service Fund Management

Key Skills

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