Business Manager

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

About the Role:

We're a family-owned and operated network of private childcare centers in Metro Atlanta seeking a hands-on Controller to oversee finance, operations, facilities, HR, and technology across our growing organization.

This is a high-responsibility, high-impact leadership role ideal for someone with deep experience in small business operations, financial administration , and a passion for supporting early education.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Administration

• Full-cycle accounting: AP, AR, payroll, P&L, budgeting
• Tuition collection & reconciliation (QuickBooks Online)
• Supply purchasing & cost control

Facilities & Vendor Management

• Oversee maintenance, repairs, inspections
• Manage all vendor relationships and contracts

Technology Oversight

• Maintain computers, Wi-Fi, cameras, access systems, printers
• Manage AI tools and childcare software platforms

Leadership & HR

• Support 100+ employees across multiple sites
• Help elevate workplace culture and operational standards
• Oversee hiring and personnel compliance

Childcare Industry Knowledge

• Familiarity with early education standards & licensing
• Works directly with directors to support center excellence

Traction (EOS) Execution

• Participate in leadership meetings
• Execute priorities, track KPIs, and drive results

Requirements:

• 5+ years in financial ops, preferably in childcare, education, or franchise
• Strong in QuickBooks, Excel, Office Suite , and tech troubleshooting
• Comfortable working full time and traveling to centers
• Pass background, credit, and employment checks
• Sign confidentiality agreement
• Provide references and salary history

Compensation:

• Based on experience and performance

Growth opportunities in a thriving, values-based organization


This Is Your Moment

The joy of childhood comes from those bright sparks of discovery -- moments that delight and surprise us. Your career at The Goddard School can be just as exciting. For more than 35 years, Goddard Schools have put each teacher at the heart of everything we do because teachers put each student at the heart of everything they do. The Goddard School trusts, empowers, and honors its exceptional educators. Develop your teaching skills in a vibrant and nurturing environment and make a difference in children's lives every day.


Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by Goddard Franchisor LLC franchisees. The Goddard School franchise owner(s) are the employers at each school, and the franchise owner(s) set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary by location.