Business Office Specialist

Boys Town’s mission is to change the way America cares for children and families. The Business Office Specialist will focus on supporting the Financial Operations Officer and the financial, accounting, and operations of Boys Town. The Specialist will have a variety of duties focused on making sure financial aspects of contracts and grants are met including but not limited to compliance, budgets, reporting, budget amendments, etc. You will also be handling multiple aspects of operational activities related to accounts receivable and payable, banking, payroll and corporate filings etc. in coordination with Boys Town’s main office. We are looking for an individual who has experience working with basic accounting functions, is proficient working in Excel and someone who possesses critical thinking skills and thinks outside the box.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

Provides administrative business support.

• Participates in the administration and monitoring of the department’s financial activities including invoices, purchasing, and disbursement.

• Completes departmental payroll processing as needed.

• Assists with and prepares special projects (e.g., surveys and statistical analyses).

• Assists in developing annual operating, capital, and expansion budgets.

• Assists in development and implementation of department business policies and procedures and recommends appropriate changes.

• Reviews and audits department compliance with fiscal and HR policies and procedures.

• Provides administrative support including record-keeping, filing, phone coverage, mail, data entry, and other support as needed.

• Provides training and assistance as needed.

• Updates and maintains financial and statistical data as needed.

• May be required to act as the designated HR Rep at the site.

• May be required to coordinate facilities maintenance.

• May recruit and train potential volunteers.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping terminology and practices.

• Knowledge of general record keeping and filing systems.

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide mathematical figures.

• Ability to compare data from a variety of sources for accuracy and completeness.

• Ability to compose routine correspondence and reports.

• Working knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software.

• Ability to communicate with individuals in the organization and with external contacts in an articulate, professional manner.

• Excellent problem-solving skills.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Minimum of 2 years of administrative support experience, preferably including experience with accounting or billing required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field preferred.

• Other Duties: This job description incorporates the essential functions and duties required for this position. However, other duties may be required and assigned at times and as determined by a supervisor in order to meet the needs of the organization.

• Serves as a role model in carrying out activities and behaviors that reflect the values and principles of the Boys Town mission.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, EQUIPMENT USAGE, WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Position is relatively sedentary in a normal office administrative environment involving minimum exposure to physical risks.  Will use office equipment such as a computer/laptop, monitor, keyboard, and a general workstation set-up.

Care and respect for others is more than a commitment at Boys Town – it is the foundation of who we are and what we do.

At Boys Town, we cultivate a culture of belonging for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.

About Boys Town:

Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service, our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977, our services branched out into the health care and research fields, offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make a real difference.

Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town's mission, which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children, families, patients, and communities.  A unique feature for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits are reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location.  Additional costs savings for the employee and their dependents are found in our pharmacy benefits with low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs.   Boys Town takes your mental health seriously with no cost mental health visits to an in-network provider.  We help our employees prepare for retirement with a generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job, it is a way of life.

This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1-877-639-6003.