Business Manager

Job Title: Business Manager

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Job Summary

The Business Manager performs complex professional work overseeing financial management, reporting, and compliance functions within the Neighbors of Dunn County. This role is highly collaborative and works closely with the Nursing Home Administrator, and facility department heads. The Business Manager is responsible for coordinating and supervising the administrative operations and finance staff, preparing accurate and timely fiscal reports, audit coordination and compliance, and budget preparation and monitoring. The Business Manager plays a key role in ensuring sound financial practices, internal controls, and adherence to applicable regulations and policies. The Business Manager position will be assigned to support our Skilled Nursing Facility (The Neighbors of Dunn County). In evaluating candidates for this position, Dunn County may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of this position. Join the Neighbors of Dunn County as a Business Manager, leading financial operations, budgeting, and compliance to support our Skilled Nursing Facility's success. The anticipated starting wage is between $77,334.40 annually and $83,366.40 annually. Applicants will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until filled.

Primary Responsibilities

The following duties are primarily performed and are essential for the Business Manager position. Employees are expected to be able to perform each of these job duties satisfactorily and successfully to be qualified for the Business Manager position. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Oversees Skilled Nursing Facility's fiscal department including financial management and direct supervision of fiscal staff.
• Oversees financial management activities including accounting, budgeting, reporting, cash management and auditing services.
• Ensures accurate and timely complex financial reporting through the analysis and preparation of fiscal and accounting reports, while maintaining compliance with all regulatory requirements including Federal, State and/or County.
• Contributes to the development of long-range fiscal programs, financial systems, and strategic financial projections in collaboration with the Nursing Home Administrator, Assistant Finance Director and Chief Financial Officer.
• Performs advanced accounting functions related to the general ledger; monitors areas of the financial system and prepares financial statements including year-end adjustment and closing entries.
• Prepares cost analysis of Skilled Nursing operations and services.
• Coordinates and oversees external department audits; provides supporting documentation for the Skilled Nursing Facility audit and oversees resolution of audit issues.
• Provides technical assistance related to budget and fiscal management; oversees maintenance and submission of regulatory forms and reports by applicable laws and regulatory agencies.
• Collaborates with Skilled Nursing Facility Department Heads to compile, prepare and oversee the tracking and monitoring of budgets for assigned department(s), ensuring alignment with organizational goals and fiscal responsibility.
• Tracks and monitors budgets for assigned departments.
• Assists in coordinating and interpreting finance and accounting support policies, procedures, rules, regulations and mandates.
• Understands interprets and ensures program compliance regarding general and state programs including allowable expenses.
• Assists in ensuring the facility adheres to all fiscal legal requirements and operates according to state and federal law.
• Monitors and improves internal controls to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data.
• Manages revenue and funding streams including state funding, third-party collection, Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, Veterans Affairs, private pay, resident trust accounts and/or grants.
• Oversees divisional grant applications, contracts, and reimbursement requests to ensure fiscal requirements and financial responsibilities are achieved, monitors grants for audit reporting.
• Assists in managing plans, and implements the administration of provider contracts, including the setting of rates, provider relations, maintenance of records, and evaluation of contractor performance and enforces provider audit compliance; collaborates and communicates with local provider agencies, state departments, and funding agencies.
• Reviews and calculates cost estimates, provides information and assistance; prepares reports for projecting estimated expenditures and fund availability.
• Attends and represents the department at staff meetings, committees, workgroups and conferences as necessary.
• Leads, motivates, and manages staff by providing direction, support, and performance feedback to ensure a high-performing, collaborative team environment.
• Assists in planning and administering staff training relative to a wide variety of financial services.
• Works on special projects, studies, programs, services, and operations as necessary.
• Engages in staff training and professional development to maintain and advance expertise in leadership and long-term care accounting practices.
• Performs other duties of a comparable level, as required.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS In evaluating candidates for this position, Dunn County may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of this position.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field.
• Minimum of six (6) years accounting experience
• Minimum of one (1) year supervisory experience

• Certified Public Accountant
• Experience in government accounting, with a preferred area of expertise in a Skilled Nursing Facility.

• Valid driver's license or the ability to travel between work locations.
• Prior to hire, a caregiver background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

In order to perform the duties of the Business Manager position (listed above) the following knowledge, skills, and abilities are essential for Business Manager to possess.

• Knowledge of the related industry, organization, and departmental legal guides, recommendations, best practices, ordinances, and laws.
• Knowledge of governmental accounting procedures and operations.
• Knowledge of financial records and reports.
• Knowledge of standard office equipment, software, and accounting programs.
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations and safety standards, if assigned to support the skilled nursing facility.
• Skill in using, maintaining, enhancing and implementing financial software applications, databases and spreadsheets.
• Skill in implementing, monitoring and maintaining accounting records, accounts payable, accounts receivables and general ledgers.
• Ability to apply department and/or county specific procedures, policies and operational routines pertaining to assigned areas of responsibility.
• Ability to present financial information and respond to questions to departments and elected officials during formal meetings in clear, understandable terms.
• Ability to communicate with County employees, State and Federal labor agencies, U.S. Internal Revenue Service, etc…
• Ability to lead, motivate, manage, and direct staff.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to work the allocated hours of the position.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to follow Dunn County policies and procedures.
• Ability to prioritize and organize job assignments.
• Ability to manage time effectively, manage multiple projects, and complete work within established deadlines.
• Ability to participate in ongoing training and professional development to enhance knowledge and skills.