Rappahannock Community College
Business Manager
🇺🇸 Gloucester, VA
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $75K - $85K
💻 Other
🗓️ September 1st, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
Rappahannock Community College is hiring a Business Manager. The Business Manager will manage accounting, budgeting, and purchasing functions, prepare financial reports, monitor expenditures, and serve as a liaison for audits and state agencies. This role supervises staff and supports efficient business operations of the college.
Highlights
- Manage accounting, budgeting, and purchasing functions of the college business office.
- Prepare financial reports, budget analyses, and project cost assessments.
- Review and implement internal policies, manage revenue, approve expenditures, and monitor cash and allotments.
- Serve as liaison to auditors and lead ARMICS annual preparation.
- Requires advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and knowledge of PeopleSoft AIS and SIS.
- Experience with financial reporting, budget development, grant administration, audit preparation, and fund accounting is needed.
- Provides supervision to staff and occasional travel between campuses may be required.
- Salary range: $75,000 - $85,000, commensurate with experience.
- Preferred qualifications include experience in higher education and working with shared service centers.
- Supports inclusive hiring practices and encourages applicants with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process.
Business Manager Full Description
Business Manager
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
A FULLY completed VCCS ATS online employment application, cover letter and resume describing qualifications are required. Applications will only be accepted online through the VCCS application system and must be received on or before September 13, 2025. Resumes will not substitute for a completed state application.
Rappahannock Community College is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment and education opportunity. No person shall be discriminated against in the terms and conditions of employment, personnel practices, or access to and participation in, programs, services, and activities with regard to race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, or membership or activity in a local commission as defined by law. Lack of English skills will not be a barrier to admission or participation. For more information about the employment application process, contact Bridgit King at 804-758-6723.
Rappahannock Community College is an open-entry institution offering career and technical education (CTE) programs in the following areas of study (list general CTE categories, such as health sciences; construction; engineering; law enforcement, culinary arts, etc.) Due to high demand, some CTE programs offer admission based on selective criteria through a separate application process that is non‐discriminatory. These programs are: (Emergency Medical Technician, Paramedic I & II, Practical Nursing, Nurse Aide, Nursing, and Pre-Diagnostic Medical Sonography: Echocardiography Career Studies Certificate, and Diagnostic Medical Sonography: Echocardiography Specialization, AAS). For more information about the application process, please contact the admissions office at 804-758-6740.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.
Rappahannock Community College is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment and education opportunity. No person shall be discriminated against in the terms and conditions of employment, personnel practices, or access to and participation in, programs, services, and activities with regard to race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, or membership or activity in a local commission as defined by law. Lack of English skills will not be a barrier to admission or participation. For more information about the employment application process, contact Bridgit King at 804-758-6723.
Rappahannock Community College is an open-entry institution offering career and technical education (CTE) programs in the following areas of study (list general CTE categories, such as health sciences; construction; engineering; law enforcement, culinary arts, etc.) Due to high demand, some CTE programs offer admission based on selective criteria through a separate application process that is non‐discriminatory. These programs are: (Emergency Medical Technician, Paramedic I & II, Practical Nursing, Nurse Aide, Nursing, and Pre-Diagnostic Medical Sonography: Echocardiography Career Studies Certificate, and Diagnostic Medical Sonography: Echocardiography Specialization, AAS). For more information about the application process, please contact the admissions office at 804-758-6740.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.
Working Title | Business Manager
Role Title | General Administrative Manager I
Role Code | 19223-SW
FLSA | Exempt
Pay Band | 5
Position Number | 27800008
Agency | Rappahannock Community College
Division | Rappahannock Community College (Div)
Work Location | Gloucester - 073
Hiring Range | The anticipated hiring range is $75,000-$85,000, commensurate with experience.
Emergency/Essential Personnel | Yes
EEO Category | B-Professional
Full Time or Part Time | Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- |
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? |
Work Schedule | TBD.
Sensitive Position | No
Job Description
Rappahannock Community College (RCC), founded in 1970, provides high-quality educational and training opportunities throughout a 12-county service region an hour east of Richmond on the beautiful western shore of the Chesapeake Bay with access to fresh local seafood and water activities. RCC delivers accessible and affordable educational opportunities, including for-credit transfer and career technical programs, robust distance education coursework, quality dual enrollment courses, and award-winning workforce training and credentialing programs. RCC’s annualized enrollment of 3,700 credit students in 2024-2025 and almost 800 workforce and community development students are supported by almost 140 full-time employees and over 200 part-time/adjunct employees across two main campuses and four satellite sites.
Are you someone who wants to help students achieve their educational and professional dreams?
RCC seeks applicants for the Business Manager position who share RCC’s values of integrity, diversity, equity, and inclusion, excellence, access, and learning for life. This is a full-time, 12-month, classified staff position. RCC has an excellent benefits package, and the anticipated salary range will be $75,000 – $85,000, commensurate with experience. This position supervises staff and will be located on the Glenns campus.
Reporting to the Vice President of Finance and Administrative Services, the Business Manager will provide overall management of the accounting, budgeting and purchasing functions of the college business office. The college Business Manager plays a key role in overseeing the financial, operational and administrative aspects of the college, ensuring efficient and effective business management. This position will prepare financial reports and associated budget analyses, and cost projects. The incumbent will review and implement internal policies and procedures, assure that all revenue is properly managed, review and approve expenditures, monitor cash and allotment allocations, state appropriations, and post grant management controls. The Business Manager will also serve as a liaison to auditors, lead in the annual ARMICS preparation and provide information and data to various state agencies.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.
Special Assignments | May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications | Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in financial accounting, administrative and business processes Extensive experience in financial reporting, budget development and projections Ability to analyze and interpret financial data Advanced level computer skills and knowledge of software applications, such as Microsoft Excel Experience in supervising employees Knowledge of grant administration Experience with year-end closing and audit preparation Excellent written and oral communication skills Demonstrated ability to develop, interpret and apply policies and procedures Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Ability to work effectively in a team and independently Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize work
Additional Considerations | Experience in higher education Fund Accounting experience PeopleSoft experience (AIS and SIS) Experience working with a shared service center
Operation of a State Vehicle | Yes
Supervises Employees | Yes
Required Travel | Occasional travel may be required between campuses and throughout the service region.
Role Title | General Administrative Manager I
Role Code | 19223-SW
FLSA | Exempt
Pay Band | 5
Position Number | 27800008
Agency | Rappahannock Community College
Division | Rappahannock Community College (Div)
Work Location | Gloucester - 073
Hiring Range | The anticipated hiring range is $75,000-$85,000, commensurate with experience.
Emergency/Essential Personnel | Yes
EEO Category | B-Professional
Full Time or Part Time | Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- |
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? |
Work Schedule | TBD.
Sensitive Position | No
Job Description
Rappahannock Community College (RCC), founded in 1970, provides high-quality educational and training opportunities throughout a 12-county service region an hour east of Richmond on the beautiful western shore of the Chesapeake Bay with access to fresh local seafood and water activities. RCC delivers accessible and affordable educational opportunities, including for-credit transfer and career technical programs, robust distance education coursework, quality dual enrollment courses, and award-winning workforce training and credentialing programs. RCC’s annualized enrollment of 3,700 credit students in 2024-2025 and almost 800 workforce and community development students are supported by almost 140 full-time employees and over 200 part-time/adjunct employees across two main campuses and four satellite sites.
Are you someone who wants to help students achieve their educational and professional dreams?
RCC seeks applicants for the Business Manager position who share RCC’s values of integrity, diversity, equity, and inclusion, excellence, access, and learning for life. This is a full-time, 12-month, classified staff position. RCC has an excellent benefits package, and the anticipated salary range will be $75,000 – $85,000, commensurate with experience. This position supervises staff and will be located on the Glenns campus.
Reporting to the Vice President of Finance and Administrative Services, the Business Manager will provide overall management of the accounting, budgeting and purchasing functions of the college business office. The college Business Manager plays a key role in overseeing the financial, operational and administrative aspects of the college, ensuring efficient and effective business management. This position will prepare financial reports and associated budget analyses, and cost projects. The incumbent will review and implement internal policies and procedures, assure that all revenue is properly managed, review and approve expenditures, monitor cash and allotment allocations, state appropriations, and post grant management controls. The Business Manager will also serve as a liaison to auditors, lead in the annual ARMICS preparation and provide information and data to various state agencies.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.
Special Assignments | May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications | Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in financial accounting, administrative and business processes Extensive experience in financial reporting, budget development and projections Ability to analyze and interpret financial data Advanced level computer skills and knowledge of software applications, such as Microsoft Excel Experience in supervising employees Knowledge of grant administration Experience with year-end closing and audit preparation Excellent written and oral communication skills Demonstrated ability to develop, interpret and apply policies and procedures Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Ability to work effectively in a team and independently Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize work
Additional Considerations | Experience in higher education Fund Accounting experience PeopleSoft experience (AIS and SIS) Experience working with a shared service center
Operation of a State Vehicle | Yes
Supervises Employees | Yes
Required Travel | Occasional travel may be required between campuses and throughout the service region.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number | CLS_3979P
Recruitment Type | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Job Open Date | 08/29/2025
Job Close Date | 09/13/2025
Open Until Filled |
Agency Website | www.rappahannock.edu
Contact Name |
Email | jobs@rappahannock.edu
Phone Number |
Special Instructions to Applicants | A FULLY completed VCCS ATS online employment application, cover letter and resume describing qualifications are required. Applications will only be accepted online through the VCCS application system and must be received on or before September 13, 2025. Resumes will not substitute for a completed state application.
Rappahannock Community College is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment and education opportunity. No person shall be discriminated against in the terms and conditions of employment, personnel practices, or access to and participation in, programs, services, and activities with regard to race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, or membership or activity in a local commission as defined by law. Lack of English skills will not be a barrier to admission or participation. For more information about the employment application process, contact Bridgit King at 804-758-6723.
Rappahannock Community College is an open-entry institution offering career and technical education (CTE) programs in the following areas of study (list general CTE categories, such as health sciences; construction; engineering; law enforcement, culinary arts, etc.) Due to high demand, some CTE programs offer admission based on selective criteria through a separate application process that is non‐discriminatory. These programs are: (Emergency Medical Technician, Paramedic I & II, Practical Nursing, Nurse Aide, Nursing, and Pre-Diagnostic Medical Sonography: Echocardiography Career Studies Certificate, and Diagnostic Medical Sonography: Echocardiography Specialization, AAS). For more information about the application process, please contact the admissions office at 804-758-6740.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.
Additional Information |
Background Check Statement Disclaimer | The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement | VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/88390
Recruitment Type | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Job Open Date | 08/29/2025
Job Close Date | 09/13/2025
Open Until Filled |
Agency Website | www.rappahannock.edu
Contact Name |
Email | jobs@rappahannock.edu
Phone Number |
Special Instructions to Applicants | A FULLY completed VCCS ATS online employment application, cover letter and resume describing qualifications are required. Applications will only be accepted online through the VCCS application system and must be received on or before September 13, 2025. Resumes will not substitute for a completed state application.
Rappahannock Community College is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment and education opportunity. No person shall be discriminated against in the terms and conditions of employment, personnel practices, or access to and participation in, programs, services, and activities with regard to race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, or membership or activity in a local commission as defined by law. Lack of English skills will not be a barrier to admission or participation. For more information about the employment application process, contact Bridgit King at 804-758-6723.
Rappahannock Community College is an open-entry institution offering career and technical education (CTE) programs in the following areas of study (list general CTE categories, such as health sciences; construction; engineering; law enforcement, culinary arts, etc.) Due to high demand, some CTE programs offer admission based on selective criteria through a separate application process that is non‐discriminatory. These programs are: (Emergency Medical Technician, Paramedic I & II, Practical Nursing, Nurse Aide, Nursing, and Pre-Diagnostic Medical Sonography: Echocardiography Career Studies Certificate, and Diagnostic Medical Sonography: Echocardiography Specialization, AAS). For more information about the application process, please contact the admissions office at 804-758-6740.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.
Additional Information |
Background Check Statement Disclaimer | The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement | VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/88390
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Please describe your experience as it relates to this position.
(Open Ended Question) - * Describe your experience in budget development and forecasting, financial systems and utilizing accounting systems for tracking, reporting and analyzing budget activity.
(Open Ended Question) - * This position requires demonstrated ability to work under pressure and multi-task; strong customer service skills; as well as effective communication skills with a diverse population of students, faculty, staff, and parents. Please describe your experience in these areas.
(Open Ended Question) - * Describe your experience working in a fund accounting environment.
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Optional Documents
- Other Document
- Alternative Hiring Process Letter
- (877) 340-5577
- ats@ssc.vccs.edu
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