Business Manager I

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist in the preparation of data input for developing financial statements and management information reports, including monthly accounting journal entries, overhead application schedules, bank reconciliations, general ledger account analyses and monthly financial statements.

Maintain cash disbursements journal, general ledger and cost ledger by recording accounting transactions, preparing reconciliations and financial tabulations as assigned.

Balance books and compile statistical reports such as cash expenditures, departmental costs and other pertinent reports.

Review incoming and prepare outgoing interdivisional billings, reconcile and clear interdivisional accounts and prepare associated journal entries.

Prepare billings and forward to the corporation for payment. 

Responsible for all purchasing within guidelines set by Corporate. 

Assist in the preparation of month-end closing of financial books, facility and corporate financial reports. Review reports for accuracy and resolve problems.

Responsible for billing and collecting from outside agencies.

Promote the development of positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed.  Provide regular feedback to staff regarding social skills procedures and intervention techniques.

Maintain accountability of staff, inmates and property; adhere to safety practices.

It is expected that the incumbent shall perform other duties as assigned within his/her capabilities as determined by management.

Required Knowledge Skills/Abilities: 

Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field.

Must have experience with automated accounting systems.

Two years related experience required. 

Directly related experience may be considered in lieu of formal education requirements if approved by Corporate.  

Prior supervisory experience preferred.

Physical Requirements: 

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to satisfactorily perform these essential functions without causing an undue hardship for the employer.

Continuous sitting up to 2 hours per shift

Ability to work continuously on a telephone/computer/scanner/fax/copier or other office equipment for up to 2 hours per shift 

Frequent periods of walking and/or standing 

Occasional lifting and carrying up to 20 lbs

Frequent grasping, reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, twisting

Pay Rate: $17.00 - $20.00