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Business Director
- Exceptional Persons Inc (Waterloo, IA)
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This is working at EPI – connecting people, creating opportunities, and nurturing growth.
Exceptional Persons, Inc. (EPI), an EIGHT-TIME recipient of the employee-nominated Employer of Choice designation, is seeking a Business Director to join our team and make a lasting impact.
Working for EPI has benefits. Many benefits.
Full benefits are offered for full-time positions (30+ hours/week):
+ Health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans (even pet insurance!)
+ Generous paid time off (vacation, sick, and personal time offered)
+ 401(k)* employer match up to 6% (also available to part-time employees) and flex spending plan
+ Free telemedicine and virtual counseling
+ Paid training
+ Immediate employee discounts (gym memberships, and more!)
+ EPI is a Public Student Loan Forgiveness program qualified employer
We're seeking a strategic, people-focused leader to oversee essential business operations that power our mission. As Business Director , you'll manage and coordinate key operational functions including, finance, compliance, property, rep payee services and fleet operations. You'll also supervise the talented team of professionals who keep these functions running with precision and care. This is more than an operational role. It's a chance to lead a committed team and shape the systems that support life-changing work in our community.
This is what you’ll get to do. Real career. Real purpose.
+ Manage budgets, forecasts, program-level financial analysis, and reports in compliance with GAAP, delivering timely insights to support leadership decisions and long-term sustainability.
+ Oversee grants, deferred revenue, and Medicaid/community services billing, ensuring regulatory compliance with state, federal, and nonprofit financial standards.
+ Direct audit preparation and maintain internal controls, risk management, and adherence to accounting best practices, partnering with leadership on compliance and financial strategy.
+ Lead and mentor finance and business operations teams, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and representative payee services, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
+ Review, negotiate, and manage contracts, supporting operational alignment and driving sound organizational financial decisions.
+ Ensure integrity and security of financial systems and data, supporting strategic planning and organizational financial sustainability.
Here’s what we’re looking for. What are you waiting for? Apply today!
+ Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field (equivalent experience considered).
+ Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and analysis.
+ At least 2 years of supervisory experience with proven leadership success.
+ Nonprofit financial management experience, including Medicaid billing, strongly preferred.
+ Strong knowledge of compliance, risk management, and regulatory standards.
+ Effective communicator with the ability to explain financial and operational concepts to diverse stakeholders.
+ Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel); experience with accounting, property, or fleet management software a plus.
+ Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and current insurance.
+ Ability to pass background checks and pre-employment requirements.
EPI is an equal opportunity employer.
Real Career! Real Purpose!
Department
Business Office
Employment Type
FT-Full-Time
Minimum Experience
Senior Manager/Supervisor
Compensation
$71,426.16 - $76,426.16
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