Dir., Business Development Analysis

The Dir., Business Development Analysis position exists to lead the BDA team, and to provide advanced support and consultative services to assigned Business Leads, and senior leadership. The Director will support ministry owners in planning, prioritization, evaluation, and decision-making, and will provide daily leadership and guidance to the BDA team. This position will engage in the development and monitoring of ministry goals and budgets, and will be accountable for providing business analysis of ministry activities, primarily in the following areas: Product (income budget, forecast, ongoing analysis/reporting, understanding of Royalty accounting, media publications,  e-commerce methodology, product P&Ls ); oversight to monthly Contribution Margin analysis (review, compilation and distribution); providing a deeper level of analysis for the Executive team. Will also support Business Leads in managing the financial processes through key ministry teams.     Essential Duties/Responsibilities:   Leads Business Development Analysis team   Maintains an intimate understanding of COO’s Impact Centers’ performance regarding ministry objectives   Provides in-depth metrics analysis of prioritized activities   Supports Business Leads in development of Business Cases, and is specifically accountable for financial detail build out     Oversees management of budget and expense tracking for business Leads, including but not limited to:   Interacts with Purchasing Agent(s) to assist with invoice/payment resolution Manages source code set-up (finance piece) and maintenance for GL assignment and designation language   Engages appropriate Financial Service Team (Accounting) to coordinate information relating to projects’ financial (GL) activity   Manages ongoing changes to original budget (CEC process)     Directs the BDA team in support of business leads & senior leadership in planning, prioritization, and decision-making processes, including:   Engages Reporting group on the design and maintenance of the reports portfolio for business leads and senior leadership   Constructs and maintains complex spreadsheets and databases to facilitate monitoring, reporting, and analysis of business activities   Leads a cross-functional team to enhance and compile necessary analysis   Evaluates Key Ministry Indicators (KMIs) data and provides analysis and insight to Business Intelligence, Business Development, Business Leads and Senior Leadership   Supports the Executive Director, BSS in the creation and execution of strategic business development processes   Participates in cross functional team assignments as required   Oversees ongoing Ministry-wide financial review effort     Other Duties/Responsibilities:   Provides advanced support to high profile, more complex ministry segments in the following areas: Key Ministry Indicators (KMI) assessment/analysis, Business Case detail build out, managing the Purchase Requisition Process, financial analysis, both lead and participate in cross-functional teams, budgeting and forecasting Will be called upon to provide more advanced/higher level analysis for projects as needed Understands the workflow process (DocLink) to provide support/maintenance of statuses, approvals, process flows   Understands and maintains the CEC process (submission, approval, and compilation for GP import)   Pursues on-going continuing education regarding business development standards, best practices, and industry trends   Performs other duties as assigned     Managerial Breadth/Scope of Job:   Leads BDA team     Working Environment/Physical Requirements:   Office environment     JOB QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS Character/Spiritual:   Exemplifies Ephesians 5:1-2, “Therefore be imitators of God as dear children and walk in love, as Christ also has loved us and given Himself for us...” Pursues the Great Commission given by Jesus Christ in Matthew 28:19-20, “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ; maintains a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Focus; adheres to the Standard of Moral Conduct and Statement of Faith; upholds Focus on the Family's ministry in prayer Prays personally for Focus on the Family’s staff and constituents and may occasionally lead in a public prayer Engages in Christian ministry Demonstrates behaviors aligned with FOF core values     Personal Characteristics:   Strong integrity and character-based leadership needed to provide accountability on financial stewardship, reporting, and management issues   Detail-oriented Curious, always pursuing new and deeper understanding   Must be a servant leader who maximizes strengths and maintains accountability in areas of needed development     Knowledge/Experience:   Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business   7-10 years of experience in Financial/Business Analysis (or equivalent work experience)   Previous experience in coordinating strategy and budget   Previous experience in coordinating business process is preferred   Previous experience in business consulting is a plus     Skills, Abilities, and Special Talents/Gifts:   Able to communicate effectively, verbally and written   Ability to deal with stress from deadline pressure and multiple tasks   Shows discretion in handling confidential information   Proficient in use of MS Office software, especially Excel; Great Plains experience helpful   Attention to detail, self-starter, good follow-through   Analytical skills to extract data and draw conclusions   Ability to prioritize and schedule workload; work independently   Ability to work in a team environment   Ability to work in a cross-functional team setting   Aptitude for problem solving          Ability to be forward thinking regarding business related solutions     Stewardship Requirements:   Implements cost reduction and efficiency improvements where appropriate       Pay Range: $ 83,200 to $ 95,160     Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV *Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove any age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.   Application Materials Instructions: Please identify the job specific minimum qualifications you possess in your cover letter and be sure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting. To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. 1. A current resume. 2. A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications.   Focus on the Family puts a high value on our team members and offers a unique benefit package. Employees scheduled for 20 hours or more per week are eligible for: Norton LifeLock ID Theft Coverage Legal Shield/ID Shield Coverage AFLAC 403B Retirement Plan Vacation Time & Vacation Payout Sick Time Holidays Service Awards Community Service Days Bookstore Discount Fitness Center   Employees scheduled for 30 hours or more per week are eligible for all the above and: Medical Plan Dental Plan Vision Plan Life Insurance Disability Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts EAP (Employee Assistance Program) Tuition Reimbursement Warehouse Membership Reimbursement   Note: This is a summary and should not be construed as future promises to continue to provide benefits as outlined above. For complete and definitive language, refer to the governing plan documents.    *Temporary employees are not eligible for benefits, except for: Sick Time Bookstore Discount Fitness Center   Tentative Search Timeline: Priority will be given to applications submitted by March 18, 2026.  However, this posting will remain open until filled.  The potential employee start date is March 30, 2026   Posting date:  February 18, 2026 Un-posting date: ongoing until filled Posting contact email: [email protected]