Business Office Coordinator

Business Office Coordinator

Ivywood Classical Academy is a tuition-free public school that educates students using the virtues-based and rigorous classical education tradition. The classical curriculum is time-tested, research-based, and is proven to develop children into thoughtful, caring, educated, freethinking young adults. The curriculum emphasizes an education in the humanities, sciences, and arts, and integrates Spanish and Latin language to promote depth in learning.

Ivywood strives to produce students of high moral character who understand the world and what it means to be a contributing member of society. We place a strong focus on the why behind our lessons, which fosters a love for learning and inspires wonder in our students. Ivywood Classical Academy is a proud Hillsdale College Barney Charter School Initiative (BCSI) Member School.

A successful candidate for this position has:

• An unwavering belief that students need an intentional and consistent focus on virtue.
• A love for children and a strong desire to cultivate the wonder and joy of learning everyday.
• An ability to be a subject-matter expert, and share your love of the liberal arts tradition.
• An ability to build relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
• A desire to foster a tight-knit community in and out of the classroom.

As the Full Time Business Office Coordinator your core responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Prepares accurate payroll information including time sheets.
• Conducts daily deposit to the bank.
• Carries out financial operations at the site level, including payroll, purchasing, vendor management, accounts payable, and audit support.
• Compares prices and prepares purchase orders for all office and classroom needs for the beginning of the school year and as needed during the year.
• Sustain, support, and track all vendor contacts and relationships.
• Collects fines from students for any lost or damaged textbooks, technology equipment, etc.
• Maintains files on all purchase orders and verifies receipt of materials against packing slips; checks packing slips against invoices for approval of payment vendors.
• Carries out other duties assigned by the principal and/or Choice Schools Associates.

For the full job description, please email [email protected]

Essential Skills and Competencies: While we will consider a broad range of backgrounds, the ideal candidate would have the following qualifications/experience:

Minimum Requirements:

• Associates degree or equivalent.
• Bookkeeping experience.
• Exemplary work habits verified by reference check.
• Computer skills in data processing, bookkeeping, spreadsheets, databases and research.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid Michigan driver's license.

Desired Requirements:

• Bachelors degree or above is preferred.
• Accounts payable experience.
• Excellent verbal and written expression.
• Ability to positively communicate with students, staff and parents.
• Reputation of self-control and sound interpersonal skills.
• Exemplary organizational skills.
• Solid record of punctuality.

Work Location:14356 Genoa Ct, Plymouth, MI 48170

CompensationBenefits

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Choice Schools offers a full comprehensive benefits plan, including health care, a competitive 401(K) plan, professional development, and much more. View our full list of benefits here -

Please contact [email protected] with any questions.

Working for Choice Schools Associates

Ivywood Classical Academy is part of the Choice Schools Community. As a comprehensive education service provider, Choice Schools offers a student-centered approach to tailored school operations support. Much like a superintendent's office, Choice Schools provides invaluable assistance in various crucial areas, including instruction, professional development, curriculum, human resources, finance, compliance, communications, and enrollment. By being a part of the Choice Schools Classical Model, Ivywood Classical Academy is a vibrant community of learning, comprised of multiple other outstanding classical schools within the state. The Classical Model will provide you with the support and collaboration of a large district while serving at a tight-knit community school in your area.

Choice Schools Associates is an equal opportunity employer. Choice Schools Associates does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national or ethnic background. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.