The K-State Alumni Association is celebrating 150 years as an independent/self-governed organization that seeks to Reach, Connect and Serve all members of our K-State Community.  We partner with K-State Athletics, KSU Foundation and Kansas State University to promote the university and enhance relationships with future and current K-State students, as well as alumni and friends.  We are a membership organization that ranks #1 in the Big 12 conference and top 10 nationally in terms of percent of graduates who are members.

The K-State Alumni Association Business Manager is responsible for managing the business affairs and providing oversight of human resource functions for the Kansas State Alumni Association while overseeing all fiscal and business operations for the Association.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and manage the annual operating budget for the Association. Interface with Program and Revenue managers in the development and preparation of the operating budget.  Provide ongoing budget updates to the President and CEO and other Association leadership.
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements. Produce and present financial and program activity reports to internal Association staff and external Association Board of Directors and committees both on a routine basis and on demand.   
• Work with the Accounting Manager on the day-to-day accounting functions of the Association. Approve processes from staff including deposits, expenditures, accounts receivables, accounts payable and other general ledger transactions.  Manages and maintains monthly cash flow analysis.  Performs certain monthly reconciliations of accounts both internal and external.
• Responsible for managing all external audit and reporting functions including audited financial statements, account reconciliation worksheets and information for annual 990 non-profit reporting. Works with external auditors to ensure correct and timely year-end closing and reporting.
• Oversees and administers the risk management and insurance programs for the Association governance and operations.
• Coordinates the day-to-day human resource operations of the Association to meet business objectives. Works with the President and CEO and other Association leadership staff to monitor work policies, overtime procedures, paid leave regulations and staff compliance.  Assists in procedures and scheduling of new positions and terminations.
• Completes and prepares all employee payroll, benefits processing, and reporting. Processes monthly payroll and monitors enrollment in employee benefits, insurance, and deductions.
• Reconciles and files all monthly, quarterly, and annual payroll tax and benefit deposits, tax report filings and annual retirement plan reports.
• Coordinates and reviews with Program Directors and the President and CEO, contracts with outside persons or entities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, finance, or a related field.
• At least four years of professional accounting and/or auditing experience.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) practices and standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage and resolve financial difficulties.
• High level of efficiency, accuracy, integrity, and attention to detail.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and outside constituents.
• Prior experience with human resource functions preferred.
• Prior experience in accounting software and/or payroll software preferred.
• Working knowledge of MS Office products.
  
  

Other Requirements:

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.
  
  

Salary and Benefits:

• Competitive Salary with benefits including paid health, dental, company paid life insurance. 403(b) retirement plan with company match.  Paid leave includes holidays, vacation, sick, personal, parental, and volunteer leave. Paid professional development and EAP (Employee Assistance Program).
  
  

How to Apply:

• Submit letter of interest, resume, and contact information for three professional references to: Brad Sidener, Sr. Vice President, K-State Alumni Association, 100 Alumni Center, 1720 Anderson Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66506-1001. Applications or questions may be submitted online to bsidener@k-state.com.
• Screening of applicants will begin September 30, 2024, and continue until the position is filled.
  
  

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.  Regular attendance is required in this job.  The K-State Alumni Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer.