Business Office Manager

The Seneca Nation, through its business subsidiary, Seneca Holdings, is now the proud owner of the Rochester Knighthawks, ensuring the franchise’s future in a city where the roots of lacrosse run deep.

At Seneca Holdings, we believe that a great workplace starts with a strong sense of purpose and community. As a company wholly owned by the Seneca Nation, a federally recognized American Indian Tribe, our culture is built on the values of quality, integrity, teamwork, professionalism, and connection. Every business we build plays a role in ensuring long-term economic self-sufficiency for members of the Seneca Nation. What sets us apart is we’re guided by the Seneca Nation’s Seventh Generation Principle, based on the philosophy that all decisions should be made with purpose, ensuring a positive impact on the future seven generations.

The Rochester Knighthawks are seeking a Business Office Manager in Rochester, NY. The Business Office Manager will be responsible for overseeing office operations and managing financial transactions, ensuring efficient workflows for the Knighthawks organization.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Financial Coordination

• Assist with executive-level expenses and overall budget process

• Support team salary cap analysis

• Review player expenses for accuracy and compliance

• Coordinate expenses for corporate staff as needed

• Provide receipt verification for merchandise, sponsorships, tickets and other deposits

• Review recording of time for home game personnel including attendance and house

• Assist with reporting of sales tax on merchandise sales

• Human Resources

• Assist corporate HR team with onboarding documentation, as needed, for all personnel

• Administrative

• Assist executives and staff as needed on daily operational needs, including supply management and ordering, mail distribution, and meeting coordination

Minimum Qualifications for the Position:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred; additional experience will be considered in lieu of a degree

• 3-5 years of progressive accounting or finance experience

• Strong experience with Microsoft 365, particularly Excel

• Ability to analyze and manipulate data from disparate sources

• Experience using accounting software such as: QuickBooks, Peachtree, Microsoft Dynamics SL, etc.

Key Competencies:

• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and integrity

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to translate financial data into actionable insights

• Ability to maintain professionalism in high-pressure situations

• Team-oriented approach

• Must be able to work flexible hours, including evening, weekends, and holidays as dictated by team schedule

Benefits and Compensation:

Our team of talented individuals is what makes us successful. To support our team, we provide a balanced mix of benefits and programs. Your total rewards package includes competitive pay, benefits, and perks, flexible work-life balance, professional development opportunities, and performance and recognition programs. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability, voluntary benefit programs (critical illness, hospital, and accident), health savings and flexible spending accounts, and retirement 401K plan. One of our fundamental principles is to offer competitive health and welfare benefits to our team members, providing coverage and care for you and your family. Full-time employees working at least 30 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefits and paid leave programs. We pride ourselves on our collaborative work environment and culture, which embraces our mission of providing financial and non-financial benefits back to the members of the Seneca Nation.

Compensation at Seneca is based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The range of this position in other geographic locations may differ. The projected compensation range for this position is below. The estimate displayed represents the typical range for this position and is just one component of our total compensation package for employees.

The projected compensation range for this position is:
$50,000—$60,000 USD

Equal Opportunity Statement:
Seneca Holdings provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information and/or predisposing genetic characteristics, victim of domestic violence status, veteran status, or other protected class status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation and training. The Company also prohibits retaliation against any employee who exercises his or her rights under applicable anti-discrimination laws. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Company does give hiring preference to Seneca or Native individuals. Veterans with expertise in these areas are highly encouraged to apply.