Job Description:
Financial Manager Bensalem Township School District Position
Title: Financial Manager Reports To: Director of Business Operations Classification: Administrative / Act 93
Position Summary: The Financial Manager is responsible for supporting the fiscal operations of the school district through budgeting, financial analysis, reporting, and compliance. This position ensures accurate financial management aligned with Pennsylvania School Code, PDE reporting requirements, and district policies.
 Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Budget Development & Monitoring Assist in the development of the annual district budget Monitor budget performance and provide variance analysis Support long-range financial planning and projections
Financial Reporting & Compliance Prepare financial reports for internal and external stakeholders Ensure compliance with: Pennsylvania School Code PDE reporting requirements (AFR, PIMS-related financial reporting) Federal and state grant requirements
Accounting & Fiscal Operations Oversee general ledger accuracy and account reconciliation Monitor revenues and expenditures Assist with audit preparation and respond to audit findings Manages real estate, tax collection and insurance programs of the district
Data Analysis & Decision Support Provide financial analysis to support district decision-making Identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiencies Support financial modeling related to staffing, programs, and operations Grant & Funding Management Track grant expenditures and ensure compliance Coordinate with program leaders on allowable use of funds Collaboration Work closely with: Superintendent Director of Business Operations Accounting Supervisor Human Resources District administrators.
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field (required) Master’s degree preferred Certification / Requirements Knowledge of Pennsylvania school finance regulations required CPA or related certification
Preferred Experience: Minimum 5 years of financial/accounting experience School district experience preferred Key Skills Financial analysis and forecasting Knowledge of public-school funding structures
Strong attention to detail Ability to communicate complex financial data clearly Ability to organize, write, and set priorities. Training, experience and proficiency in using computers and Microsoft Software including but not limited to Word and Excel. Training, experience and proficiency in using networked computer systems. Training, experience and proficiency with required software systems Experience in completing government reports including federal, state and local reports. Such other alternatives to the above qualifications as may be determined by the Board of School Directors. Salary:Salary is negotiable based upon experience and education.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are represe. 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. The duties of this job are normally performed in the following manner: The employee is regularly required to use hands to handle feel, and to type; to reach with hands and arms; to talk or hear and communicate verbally and in writing. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; to walk; to climb or balance; to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
BTSD is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.