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GBH · 1 day ago

Senior Business Manager

Boston, MA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$70K/yr - $91K/yr

6+ years exp

GBH is a company dedicated to enriching people's lives through educational and cultural programs. The Senior Business Manager will manage the finances and administration for NOVA, acting as a trusted advisor to senior leadership while supporting strategic planning and change management initiatives.

BroadcastingContentDigital MediaEducationPodcast

Responsibilities

Advise the Senior Business Associate in negotiating, preparing and paying union and non-union talent contracts consistent with GBH’s union agreements with WGA, SAG-AFTRA, and AFM; monthly budget tracking, journal entries, payroll, accounts payable processes, project code management; and technology assets and physical plant needs for a busy department of 30+ full-time employees

Review monthly project expenses, track budgets, and meet with department managers to ensure adherence to grant terms and efficient use of resources

Negotiate and approve production budgets, schedules, cashflows and payment schedules for production agreements as assigned; and review financial reports and detailed production expenses with external producers for cost containment and subcontractor monitoring purposes

Manage milestone approval processes and invoice payment for broadcast and digital subcontracts, track payment schedules, and maintain required delivery and approval documentation

Respond to information and documentation requests for Mass Film Tax credits and internal audits

Responsible for the department’s monthly, quarterly, and fiscal year end closing processes and accruals

Serve as a key member of GBH’s Production Operations & Finance Team and represent NOVA in GBH-wide strategic planning initiatives -- identify opportunities for operational efficiencies, provide feedback on proposed policies, procedures, and system implementation plans

Support the financial, operational, and strategic interests of NOVA’s Co-Executive Producers and Senior Director of Business Operations and coach NOVA colleagues of all levels on financial management, compliance, and grants management best practices

Remain current on GBH accounting and HR policies and serve as advisor to staff on specific application to NOVA projects

Prepare quarterly financial review materials, forecasts, and cashflows; as well as customized proposal budgets, timelines, and funder reports as assigned

Advise NOVA Senior Leadership on staff resource management, independent contractor and staff hiring/contracting policies, processes and implications

Qualification

Nonprofit managementProject budget managementProduction contract negotiationsGrant compliance knowledgeAccounting processesFluency in ExcelFluency in WordGrants management experienceFileMaker Pro proficiencyWorkday proficiencyQuickBooks familiarityMedia production backgroundCollaboration skillsCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree and 6–8 years of experience in finance, budget management, and operational oversight, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Nonprofit management

Proven ability to develop and manage complex project budgets, generate accurate detailed reports in a variety of formats, reconcile multiple systems, and troubleshoot variances

Production and talent contract negotiations and contract administration

Knowledge of charitable foundation grant compliance regulations

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and cultivate productive working relationships with internal and external clients

Experience with accounting processes including accounts payable, journal entries, and accruals

Proven ability to work independently, set priorities and manage deadlines

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Fluency in Excel and Word required