Business Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Summary

Burlington Children's Space is in search of an experienced accounting and HR professional to join our management team.The Burlington Children's Space, housed in the McClure Multi-Generational Center, is an economically and culturally diverse, NAEYC accredited program offering early care and education for children from 6 weeks to 5 years old. BCS is a spirited school with great staff and a long history of meeting the needs of children and families by working well with others,being a good neighbor,and celebrating the unique resources in the community. The Burlington Children's Space is dedicated to serving all populations and tuition is based on a sliding scale.

Duties

In addition to maintaining positive relationships with children, staff and families, duties include :

Oversight of accounts payable and receivable, including building and classroom expenses.

Billing for private tuition and state subsidies for low income families.

Reporting attendance to multiple agencies.

Managing payroll.

Managing records and expenses for CACFP food program.

Managing program budget and project budgets associated with public and private grants.

Requirements

Good people skills, and an appreciation for children.

Minimum of associate degree in business administration, accounting, or equivalent and at least 3 years of experience.

Experience with data entry, record keeping, and computer operation, including accounts payable and receivable, general ledger, payroll and grant management.

Experience with QuickBooks accounting software and Microsoft Office.

Familiarity with HR issues including state and federal employment regulations and practices, FMLA requirements, and hiring practices.

Keen attention to detail and ability to keep records and files organized.

Strong time manager with respect for deadlines.

Ability to work collaboratively with others, including the board treasurer, auditor, funders, Head Start and state agencies.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with young children.

Benefits

Hours and salary are based on experience and may vary from $23 to $27 per hour with 20 hours per week. Vacation, sick time, retirement, flexible schedule, wellness benefits and professional development provided. The Burlington Children's Space is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity and equal treatment to all persons in all employment matters without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, military status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, ancestry, disability, or any other protected category.

About Us

Founded in 1984, Burlington Children's Space is a NAEYC-accredited program offering early care and education for children from 6 weeks to 5 years old. Programming is based on influences from Reggio Emilia, Italy, the interests and curiosities of the children, and the unique culture and resources of our local Vermont community.

Burlington Children’s Space is a private, nonprofit early education and childcare center governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. We are dedicated to serving all populations, with both children and teachers from a variety of diverse backgrounds, and our tuition is based on a sliding scale. As an agency committed to meeting the needs of children, families and community, BCS has worked hard to support the increase of high quality child care slots in the Burlington area. We strive to educate members of our community about early education issues, the need for high quality child care, and the impact child care has in the community.We provide care from 8 : 00am to 4 : 00pm Monday through Friday, all year round!