Business Manager (part-time 28 hours/week) at Brigham Young… · Provo

BUSINESS MANAGER (PART-TIME 28 HOURS/WEEK) Location: Provo, UT Why Work at BYU    As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. At BYU, we are devoted to our faith and to our students. We take an active role in the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.”     Our unique mission, deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, provides countless ways to serve and make an impact. This, along with our remarkable culture of belonging, weekly devotionals, and endless opportunities for learning and growth—all situated within a beautiful and historic campus—make it hard to imagine a more inspiring place to work.  Brigham Young University strongly prefers to hire faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Business Manager (part-time 28 hours/week) BYU’s vibrant arts community brings world-class performances, cultural experiences, and inspiring student productions to life—and now you can be the financial backbone behind the magic! As the Business Manager for the Marketing and Production and Bravo! Performing Arts Series departments, you will play a vital role in stewardship, accountability, and the operational success of our venues and guest artist series. If you love diving into financial data, streamlining budget workflows, and collaborating with creative teams to maximize impact, this role is for you. By ensuring financial integrity and precision, you directly support BYU’s mission to provide a spiritually strengthening and intellectually enlarging environment through the arts. We would love to talk with you about how this role can fit into your professional career plans! Note: This is a part-time position working 28 hours per week, eligible for excellent part-time benefits. What you’ll do in this position: • Financial Oversight & Budgeting: Manage and reconcile complex operational budgets. Process, review, and track expenses and revenues across multiple production and marketing accounts. • Reporting & Analysis: Prepare, analyze, and present clear financial reports and projections to department heads to guide strategic spending and seasonal planning. • Compliance & Stewardship: Ensure all financial transactions, vendor contracts, and student payroll allocations align with university policies and internal auditing standards. • Production & Event Support: Coordinate settlement details for guest artists, touring groups, and large-scale productions, ensuring accurate and timely contract payouts. • Process Optimization: Identify bottlenecks in current purchasing or reimbursement workflows and implement efficient, data-driven solutions to support busy creative teams. What qualifies you for this role: Required: • A firm commitment to the mission of BYU. • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management, or a related field (or an equivalent combination of education and experience). • 2–3 years of professional experience in financial management, budgeting, or accounting roles. • Proficiency with spreadsheet software (Excel) and enterprise financial systems. Preferred: • Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA), Master of Accountancy (MAcc), or related graduate degree. • 4+ years of financial experience, ideally within an academic institution or a performing arts/production environment. • Strong collaborative communication skills and the ability to explain complex financial data to non-financial creative partners. What we offer in return: This position comes with fantastic benefits, including: • 401k: BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans). • Employee Assistance Program: Available to the employee and all members of their household. • Tuition Benefits: Available after two years of employment. • Campus Access: Free access to campus athletic facilities and the library. • Transit & Parking: Free on-campus parking and free UTA passes for employees, spouses, and qualified dependents. • Discounts: Discounts at the BYU Store and for many campus and cultural events. Pay Grade: 51 Typical Starting Pay: $28.25-$36.25 hourly Required Documents: All Staff positions require a resume. Refer to the Job Posting for any additional required documents. Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world-class education, but for its deep commitment to inspired religious values. Gathered together in a Christ-centered atmosphere, BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging, where we value the experiences, perspectives, and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence, we have a place for you here at BYU!