Business Manager II

Salvation Army A Georgia Corp; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Salvation Army A Georgia Corp in Houston seeks an experienced finance administrator to support the Area Commander and oversee financial operations, budgeting, and grant management.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree, 5+ years in financial administration, supervisory experience, and strong communication with boards and donors; a Master’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field; Master’s preferred.
• 5+ years progressively responsible financial administration experience; at least 3 years supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Directs financial operations for the Area Commander and Commanding Officer.
• Prepares budgets, grants data, narratives, and statistical reports for major budgets and proposals.
• Oversees proper administration of grant funding (United Way, EFSP, ESGP, and foundations).
• Negotiates outside contracts, bids, and keeps oversight of contracts.

Skills

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Supervisory experience

Contract negotiation

Public speaking

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Management, Business Analytics or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

This position is responsible for:Provides administrative and managerial support to the Area Commander and Commanding Officer; directs, manages, administers, and supervises the financial operations of the Area Commander; researches, compiles data, and composes program narratives and statistics for major budgets and grant proposals; oversees the proper financial administration of grant funding including United Way, EFSP, ESGP, and private foundations; ensures that financial records for the same are in proper order for audits.Essential Functions:This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position. The incumbent may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.Supervisory Responsibilities (40%)Plans, directs, recruits, and supervises all assigned staff and volunteers; trains and instructs employees in the proper methods and procedures; conducts performance evaluations & provides salary & hiring/firing recommendations.Supervises the preparation of all financial reports to the Advisory Boards, Executive Committee, United Way and Commanding Officer including special reports on income and expenses monthly and year-to-date basis.Takes on additional decision-making responsibilities in the absence of the Commanding Officers.Operations Management Responsibilities (40%)Works in close cooperation with the Commanding Officers and other Department Heads in setting priorities and recommendations for the Area Commander operation, including budgets, communications, security, staffing, scheduling, replacement of equipment; plans for maintenance, and identity of strategies that will expand and/or improve program and services over time.Develops annual budgets for approval and oversees the administration of same; reports on projections and implements adjustment to the budgets when necessary.Researches, compiles, interprets, and summarizes information for various reports, spreadsheets, surveys, and special projects; researches files, accounts, records, etc. to resolve problems and/or correct documented information; informs appropriate people of discoveries.Researches, compiles data and composes program narratives and statistics for major budgets and grant proposals; oversees the proper administration of grant funding including United Way, EFSP, ESGP, and private foundations; ensures that financial records for the same are in proper order for audits.Researches and secures all outside contractors for both routine service and special services; explains maintenance and repairs desired/needed; negotiates contracts and annual re-bids; maintains oversight of all contracts.Liaison Responsibilities (20%)Serves as liaison to outside organizations, vendors, local businesses, donors, and the Advisory Board; attends local meetings and other community involvements; performs public speaking to promote awareness and support for Salvation Army programs.Working Conditions:Work is usually performed in a normal office environment where there are little or no physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like.Employee BenefitsPaid Time OffRetirement Savings Plan AvailableSupplemental Insurance AvailableVoluntary Life Insurance and more!Education and Experience:Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Accounting, Management, Business Analytics or related field, with a Master’s degree in the same preferred, ANDFive years progressively responsible financial administration experience, with at least three years supervisory experience, ORAny equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.Certifications:Valid State Driver’s LicenseEqual Opportunity Employer: Veterans | Disabled