Business Manager

Business Manager Communities United is currently seeking an experienced Business Manager to join our team in Chicago, Illinois (60639). About us: Communities United is an intergenerational grassroots organization that works across communities on issues of education justice, increasing access to affordable and quality healthcare and housing, youth investment, and justice reinvestment. CU’s organizing approach actively engages and develops community and institutional members as leaders in advancing social, racial, and economic justice. Our work is focused in 5 diverse communities on the north, west, south, and north west sides but has members all over the city and state. Job Summary: The Business Manager will be responsible for managing all of CU’s bookkeeping and financial reporting. This position handles the organization’s account payables and account receivables. In addition, the Business Manager is responsible for data entry, financial reporting, and budget and tax preparation. The Business Manager will participate in individual, institutional membership and donor maintenance information and donation tracking and recognition. This position will also work directly with the Executive Director on human resources processes and policy reviewing and writing. Duties and Responsibilities: Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned by management. * Enter and reconcile cash, check, and credit card deposits. * Supervise and track credit card purchases and documentation. * Oversee and reconcile monthly bike shop sales and reporting to the state. * Manage restricted and pass-through contributions. * Manage all aspects of deposits - file deposit slips, deliver deposit to bank. * Process and print check requests (ensure checks signed by ED). * Mail checks to recipients. * Understand and sign off on payables. * General ledger entries as necessary. * Reconcile bank accounts monthly. * Prepare monthly financial reports for the Executive Director and Finance Committee. * Update and manage the Accounting Notes document to explain budget variations and activities throughout the year. * Provide requested data to tax preparers in a timely fashion. * Issue 1099’s at year end according to tax requirements. Education and Experience: * A Bachelor’s degree is preferred (or equivalent experience) in business administration or finance. * Experience (2 or more years) functioning in a financial role. Non-profit organization preferred. * Strong interpersonal skills. * Ability to maintain daily and other periodic reports. * Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, staff, vendors, and the public. * Ability to demonstrate eligibility for work in the United States. * Able to pass a background check. Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: * Willingness and ability to work in a dynamic environment, in a team setting. * Strong computer skills, including Quickbooks, word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software. * Mature and positive attitude. Professionalism and strong communication skills. * Strong attention to detail. Compensation and Benefits: * Compensation is commensurate with experience. * Benefits package available. * 401(k) * Health Insurance (Dental, Vision and Medical) Please submit your resume via the ‘Apply now’ button! We are an Equal Opportunity Employer!