Finance Business Manager
ONA is a purpose-driven Creative Agency that specializes in brand strategy, brand identity, social media, and content creation. Our expertise lies in female-led businesses, culture, lifestyle and sports brands. We believe that exceptional people do exceptional work. We are currently looking for a ‘STRATEGIST’, ‘DOER’ and ‘CREATOR’. Someone who is proactive, intuitive, and organized. We are interested in those that hustle and deeply care about the work they do. MUST have an entrepreneurial spirit and be excited to grow quickly.
Role / Responsibilities:
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Business Manager to join our team. The Business Manager will play a key role in overseeing the operational and financial aspects of our agency, as well as driving strategic initiatives to support our growth and success. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in business management, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for creativity and innovation.
Please only apply if you have the associated experience.
Develop and manage budgets, financial forecasts, and financial reports.
Monitor project expenses, track revenue, and analyze financial performance to ensure profitability and cost-effectiveness.
Oversee invoicing, billing, and accounts receivable/payable processes to maintain accurate financial records.
Ensure accurate financial records and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Oversee day-to-day operations, including workflow management, resource allocation, and process improvement.
Collaborate with executive management to develop business strategies and long-term plans for growth and profitability.
Evaluate business performance against strategic objectives and adjust plans as needed to achieve desired outcomes.
Develop and maintain relationships with clients, vendors, and stakeholders to enhance business opportunities and foster collaboration.
Onboard and train new employees, freelancers, and contractors, ensuring alignment with project goals and company culture.
Coordinate training sessions for new employees with relevant teams.
Schedule employee performance evaluations, goal setting, and career development planning with the Managing Director.
Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations and address employee relations issues as they arise.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and internal policies and procedures.
Implement measures to safeguard business assets, data security, and intellectual property rights.
Help onboard and understand each client's unique invoicing requirements and guidelines.
Collaborate closely with leadership/account leads to ensure invoices accurately reflect necessary specifications.
Take charge of issuing client invoices promptly, maintaining meticulous records to track both sent and received invoices.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of work experience in an ad agency or similar environment.
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field; MBA preferred.
Proficiency in budgeting, financial analysis, and resource allocation to ensure effective utilization of resources and financial sustainability.
Capacity to adapt to changing business environments and lead the team through periods of transition and transformation.
Strategic thinker with a track record of driving business growth and success.
Skill in optimizing operational processes, enhancing efficiency, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Knowledge of creative processes, design principles, and marketing trends is a plus.
You would make an ideal candidate to join our company if you live by or aspire to the following Company Values:
Passionate: You inspire others with your thirst for excellence.
Accountability: See it, own it, solve it.
Curiosity: You learn quickly and eagerly. “What coaching do you have for me? ... What can I do better?”
Generosity: What have I done to help my teammates today?
Respect: for others and their feelings.
Judgment: You will make wise decisions (people, business, and creative) despite ambiguity.
Impact: You accomplish amazing amounts of important work.
Honesty: You say what you think even if it is controversial.
Personal Ownership: Become part of the solution. “What else can I do?”
We emphasize effectiveness, not effort. We measure people by how much, how quickly and how well they get work done – especially under tight deadlines.
Culture
If you can commit to these principles, then you’re the type of person who will be successful and help ONA thrive. If you feel this level of accountability is not right for you, that you’re not willing or able to engage with us at this level, then we are not a good fit for you. We understand that not every person is ready for this level of commitment, and we appreciate the honesty of those who decide this is not the right place for them. Still with us? Let’s chat!
What’s in it for you?
Remote (we are a fully remote agency with team members across the US)
Note: we operate on PST (9am-6pm) and the candidate will be required to work those hours.
Freedom
Initiative
Flexibility
Ownership
Responsibility
Team
Purpose
Job Type: Full-time
*No relocation package offered; we are a remote office structure.
Please send a resume, cover letter, portfolio, freelance rates or salary requirements to: info@onacreative.com.