Business Manager

This position oversees all administrative and production aspects of the organization’s operations and is integral to the organization’s audience development and fundraising activities. The Business Manager reports to the President of the Board of Directors and collaborates closely with the Board, Artistic Director, Contractor, Librarian, Stage Manager, and Volunteers.

Responsibilities: The Business Manager’s scope of services includes:

Oversee and coordinate all administrative aspects of the organization’s operations and productions;
Execute all financial transactions of the organization;
Maintain company books in adherence with standard business practices;
Assist in creating and adhering to the budget; track all expenses in adherence with approved budget;
Responsible for tracking, recording, and preparing checks for all accounts payable;
Collaborate with accountant on a monthly basis, as well as year-end reporting;
Monitor and maintain BAMSO’s insurance accounts;
Seek out grant opportunities, develop grant proposals, track grant outcomes;
Implement fundraising, marketing, and audience development strategies developed in collaboration with BAMSO Board;
Manage internal and external communications, including monthly email newsletters, press releases, and other concert promotions;
Coordinate concert production, including collaboration with printer to create programs; manage the development of rehearsal, performance and venue schedules; oversee equipment leases;  contract sound engineers as needed for concerts;
Manage BAMSO website and social media accounts;
Build and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders, including Board members, contractors, donors, community partners, vendors, sponsors and advertisers;

This is an Independent Contractor position paying a stipend

This is a work from home position which requires attendance at meetings or events in the Blue Ash and Montgomery, Ohio areas and weekly pickups from the local post office box.

Hours: ~50 hours per month. The contract allows a great deal of flexibility but requires some evening and weekend work, including but not limited to committee and board meetings and concerts. It is expected that the Business Manager will maintain some availability during normal business hours each week, sharing that schedule with the Board and other staff.

Qualifications: The ideal candidate will possess the following:

Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Arts Administration, or related field;
Three or more years of experience in a management role within a nonprofit organization;
Demonstrated experience in bookkeeping, financial management and budgeting;
Sound interpersonal skills and an ability to work collaboratively in group decision making settings;
A strong work ethic, showing initiative and having the ability to work independently and manage time efficiently;
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities;
Exceptional attention to detail, strong written and verbal communication skills;
Flexibility, able to adjust to changing priorities and business needs;
Strong computer skills required, including proficiency with Microsoft Word & Excel, Google Suite, and Quickbooks Online;
Marketing and communications experience;
Proven track record of successful fundraising and grant writing for a nonprofit or arts organization;

Applications accepted until position filled. Anticipated start date January 1, 2026.

Please submit resume and cover letter as application.