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Itinerant School Business Manager

Maricopa County
parental leave, sick time, tuition reimbursement
United States, Arizona, Phoenix
4041 North Central Avenue (Show on map)
Sep 03, 2025
Posting Date 09/02/25 Application Deadline 09/16/25 Pay Range $70,000 - $105,500 annually Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation. Job Type Unclassified Department County School Superintendent About the Position As an Itinerant School Business Manager, you'll serve as a trusted advisor and problem-solver for school districts, providing expert guidance in accounting, business management, and compliance. You'll tackle complex financial challenges, streamline processes and deliver innovative, data-driven solutions that empower district leadership to make confident decisions. With a hands-on role in shaping business office operations, you'll ensure resources are maximized, compliance standards are met, and schools are positioned for long-term success. This position is all about blending leadership, collaboration, and technical expertise to make a real impact in education. About Us The Office of the Maricopa County School Superintendent is led by the elected Superintendent. The office provides statutory services related to school governing board elections, bond andoverride elections, appointments, school finance, and maintaining homeschool and private school records. The Superintendent also oversees the Maricopa County accommodation district, ensuring educational opportunities for at-risk students, including those in detention schools. Proud to Offer Work with a greater purpose Tuition reimbursement Exceptional work-life balance Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 Learn more at Work With Us \| Maricopa County, AZ We Require Two years of financial management and a minimum of one year of finance experience in school district business services Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a closely related field An equivalent combination of education and related experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis We Also Value Experience in School Business Finance, Payroll and Human Resources Experience working with Infinite Visions Enterprise Edition Experience in Grants Management and/or completed courses in Arizona School Finance Job Contributions Monitor school district Revenue Control Limits and Expenditures to ensure that a school district does not exceed its General Limits of Spending Authority and adjudicate outstanding issues on behalf of the small school districts Conduct audit activities and administer appropriate control systems to ensure compliance with State Statutes and Federal Laws. Assist School Districts with audit services through compliance and trending Facilitate and act as liaison on matters pertaining to Financial Affairs. This includes, but is not limited to, monitoring/auditing contracts and other legal activities, making recommendations of positions on legal actions in accordance with Arizona Revised Statutes pertaining to Fiscal Issues Recommend changes to or amendments to State Fiscal Laws Monitor State and Federal financial management policies and regulations and alerts client school districts to potential problems and/or changes Advise school district personnel on complex issues concerning Arizona school finance including Uniform Standard Financial Reporting (USFR) accounting procedures, budgeting and reporting requirements Create operations and maintenance training manuals for internal and external users Provide training on software application changes and the effects on client business operations for needs of specific schools Reconcile the District general ledger cash accounts against funds held with the Maricopa County Treasurer Provide consulting or professional development as needed to ensure Districts are operating efficiently Working Conditions Must possess or have the ability to possess by time of hire a valid Arizona driver's license In an office work environment Requires travel to various school districts throughout the county, subject to County policies regarding use of County vehicles and/or private vehicles used on County business Selection Procedure Only the most qualified candidates will be considered Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer. 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