Business Unit Administrator

Liveatlauralparke; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(K) with company match

Paid parental leave

Job summary

LCS in Des Moines, IA seeks a Business Unit Administrator to provide strategic and administrative support to Finance and Development leaders. This role drives initiatives, coordinates projects, and ensures execution of organizational objectives.

You will also manage financial analysis, reporting, and executive-level scheduling, creating presentations and coordinating meetings across business units.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; 6+ years advanced operational administrative experience.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Proficiency in financial analysis, reporting, and business administration.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to interact at all levels.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and related business software.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key point of contact for business unit personnel and address inquiries and operational needs.
• Perform financial analysis and budget tracking for the business unit.
• Develop and maintain reports and spreadsheets using various software applications.
• Liaise between senior leadership, corporate offices, external agencies and employees.
• Provide executive-level administrative support, including handling correspondence and scheduling travel.
• Independently create professional presentations and PowerPoint reports.
• Plan and coordinate meetings: scheduling, travel, vendor contracts, room setup, and materials.
• Lead special data collection, analysis, training, and strategic recommendations.
• Maintain a master calendar for senior leadership and manage follow-ups.
• Record and distribute meeting minutes and ensure action items are completed.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Outlook

Job description

The Business Unit Administrator provides strategic and administrative support for our Finance and Development leaders and teams. Helping to drive key initiatives, optimize processes, coordinate projects, and contribute to the successful execution of organizational objectives.

Experience is Everything.

At LCS, experience is everything. We provide you the opportunity to use your talents in a progressive, growing organization that makes a positive difference in the lives of the seniors we serve. If you are seeking an organization that gives back, you’ll love working here. Our principles and hospitality promises define our company culture. LCS employees can be found participating in volunteer activities, getting involved in our committees or collaborating with team members in our innovative workspace. You’ll find several opportunities to grow as a professional, serve the community, and enhance the lives of seniors.

What You’ll Do:

• Serve as a key point of contact for business unit personnel, addressing inquiries and operational needs.
• Perform financial analysis and budget tracking for the business unit.
• Develop and maintain reports and spreadsheets utilizing various software applications.
• Act as a liaison between senior leadership and corporate offices, external agencies, and employees.
• Provide executive-level administrative support, including handling correspondence, scheduling travel, and managing document preparation and filing.
• Independently create professional presentations and reports, including PowerPoint presentations.
• Plan and coordinate meetings for business units. This includes, but is not limited to: scheduling, budgeting, managing accommodations and travel, negotiating vendor contracts, ensuring meeting room set up is appropriate, and presentation materials are available.
• Lead special projects that involve data collection, analysis, training, and strategic recommendations.
• Maintain a master calendar of critical dates for the senior leadership team and ensure timely follow-ups. Seamlessly manage scheduling conflicts and negotiate compromises.
• Record and distribute meeting minutes to ensure alignment and accountability and take ownership of ensuring action items are completed.
• Perform other duties and essential functions as needed.

What We’re Looking For:

• High school diploma plus a minimum of 6 years advanced operational administrative experience required.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks required.
• Proficiency in financial analysis, reporting, and business administration required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively at all levels required.
• High-level proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other relevant business software required.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and maintain confidentiality required.

Why Join Us?

• Industry Leader.
• Inclusive & collaborative culture.
• Top Workplace USA.
• Top Workplace Iowa.
• Charity and community involvement.
• Outstanding advancement opportunities.
• Ongoing career development.

Benefits

Competitive pay, great benefits and vacation time. We are an equal opportunity employer with benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, disability, 401(K) with company match and paid parental leave.

Our Commitment

LCS creates living experiences that enhance the lives of seniors. You’ll see this commitment in our people. They’re talented, dedicated professionals who truly care about residents, with each conducting his or her work with integrity, honesty and transparency according to the principles of LCS. We strive to help every community succeed—strengthening available resources, establishing proven practices that lead to long-term growth and value for those living in, working for and affiliated with the community. Check us out on our website: https://www.lcsliving.com

Additional Information

Travel frequency: 0-10%

Estimated Salary: $66,000 - $82,000

The actual title & salary will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and other relevant factors.

A POST-OFFER BACKGROUND CHECK, INCLUDING REFERENCES IS REQUIRED.

LCS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.