About this position
The Manager, Business Operations is responsible for managing the Conference’s day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, and travel/expense management. The Manager also serves as the primary administrator of key business systems and processes that support accurate, timely, and compliant reporting while providing continuous support to achieve strategic financial goals and objectives.
Requirements
Job Responsibilities:
• Manage and execute all aspects of accounts payable (vendor setup, payment processing, 1099
reporting, and sales/use tax filings).
• Manage and execute all aspects of accounts receivable (customer setup, invoicing, collections,
and application of payments).
• Oversee the weekly officials’ payment process and managing the accounting of the
transactions,
including recording the payments, reporting tax withholdings and preparation of officiating
financial summaries for institutions.
• Review and approve staff expense reports and corporate card transactions and reimbursements to
ensure compliance with policies and correct account coding.
• Prepare, review, and record journal entries to ensure complete and accurate financial
reporting.
• Complete and lead the monthly financial close, including bank reconciliations, reporting, and
expense projections.
• Record journal entries of the scholarship programs activity in collaboration with the
scholarship administrator.
• Serve as primary administrator of the AP/AR and expense management solution (BILL.com),
officiating payment and scheduling platform (BlueZebra), and travel agency, creating and
maintaining processes that align with operational goals.
• Support the VP in budget development process, monitor and analyze general ledger activity, and
assist budget managers and staff with expense details as requested.
• Train and onboard staff of business systems, processes, and policies/procedures.
• Maintain and review the Business Office policies and procedures manual to develop and implement
processes and procedures to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Assist in the annual external audit by compiling data and supporting documentation for
management.
• Assist with preparation and execution of Conference championships and other events as
requested.
• Manage/lead special projects and perform other duties as assigned.
Education Requirements and Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Minimum of four (4) years of professional work experience in business office administration,
accounts payable, accounting, or related function.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank
reconciliations, and recording journal entries.
• Strong proficiency with accounting/expense reporting software, preferably Sage Intacct and
BILL.com.
• Excellent computer skills with advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel,
PowerPoint).
• Experience in process and/or workflow improvement preferred.
• Must pass pre-employment screens.
Key Skills and Abilities:
• Display a service mindset, integrity, professionalism, and accountability.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to integrate and optimize business systems, ensuring seamless data flow and
resolving syncing issues.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve discrepancies
independently.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
• Strong interpersonal skills, including effective verbal and written communication
skills.
• Willingness and eagerness to learn.
• Successful multi-tasker with the ability to prioritize workload and manage time and tasks
efficiently, including the ability to pivot and redirect attention as the need arises.
• Proven ability to maintain a positive attitude; reliable and dependable.
• Always represent the ACC and its member institutions with pride and professionalism.
Work Environment:
This position typically operates in an office setting but occasionally at indoor and outdoor venues
including stadiums, arenas, and fields. Additionally, please note the following:
• Ability to remain sitting for up to 8 hours at a desk or computer.
• Ability to remain standing/walking for up to 4 hours.
• Due to the nature of the ACC’s business, travel may occur to multiple sites as dictated by major
and minor event schedules.
• Understanding that due to the nature of our business working hours can include nights, weekends,
and holidays as necessary.
The compensation and benefits package will be competitive and commensurate with experience. Review
of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, religion, creed,
race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, national origin,
or other characteristics protected by state and federal law.