Business Operations Manager

The Arizona Media Association Arizona Local News Foundation are hiring a Business Operations manager to oversee day-to-day accounting, bank processes and money handling, vendor relationships, budgeting and overall support to ensure organizational health with a focus on recommending solutions to improve success.

The right candidate will be a detail-oriented, process-driven leader with a passion for financial stewardship, operational efficiency, and supporting mission-driven organizations. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, start-up-like environment, enjoys wearing multiple hats, and takes pride in keeping financial and operational systems running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Oversight & Budgeting: Manage all expenses, receipts, invoicing, and financial tracking across both our 501(c)(3) Foundation and 501(c)(6) Association. Provide financial reports and insights.
• QuickBooks Management: Maintain accurate financial records, process transactions, and oversee financial reporting using QuickBooks.
• Vendor & Contract Management: Establish and manage relationships with vendors and service providers, ensuring compliance with contracts and financial agreements.
• Payroll & Tax Coordination: Act as the primary liaison with our accounting firm partner on tax filings, payroll administration, and compliance as needed.
• Insurance & Benefits Administration: Handle insurance policies, renewals, and benefits coordination for the organization.
• Investment & Savings Strategy: Support company investment strategies with continual recommendations to maximize return for long-term stability.
• Operational & Administrative Support: Assist in managing workflows, documentation, and overall company processes to maintain organizational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years in financial management, accounting, business operations, or a related field with a degree to match that experience. Nonprofit or trade association experience is a plus.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in QuickBooks and financial reporting; strong understanding of nonprofit accounting and compliance.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to analyze financial data, optimize operations, and contribute to long-term business strategies.
• Organization & Attention to Detail: Exceptional ability to manage multiple financial processes, maintain records, and ensure compliance.
• Self-Starter Attitude: Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a fast-moving environment. As part of a small team, you will have full responsibility for day-to-day business operations.
• Passion for Local Media & Nonprofit Mission: A genuine interest in supporting local media and community impact through strong financial and business operations.

The Arizona Media Association Arizona Local News Foundation are equal-opportunity employers.

About us:

The Arizona Media Association is the collaboration focused trade association for Arizona’s local media industry. The Association mission is to futureproof local media and support its role for community connection. Membership includes more than 350 radio, TV, print and digital operations, the near entirety of Arizona’s local media landscape.

The Arizona Local News Foundation exists to connect communities with more local news and information that drives our state forward. The Foundation funds programs that ensure important information is more accessible and impactful in Arizona communities.

A full-time, eight-person staff leads both organizations under the guide of two boards that represent both Arizona’s local media industry and the broader community of interests and industry.