ASHLAND AREA DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
Business Finance Specialist
This position provides concentrated support for Ashland County businesses and non-profits. Provides consulting services, individual coaching, and group class instruction. Serves as a knowledge base to connect entrepreneurs with educational and financial resources. Primary duties include:
Help entrepreneurs develop business plans, financial projections such as pro formas, and secure financing for business startups or expansions
- Administer AADC’s business loan programs. Responsible for marketing and outreach, assisting applicants with loan documents, facilitating loan application review meetings, maintaining records, collecting loan payments, and preparing reports
- Coordinate or teach basic business classes to groups of entrepreneurs seeking to launch their own businesses
- Facilitate mentorship program events in coordination with other AADC staff
- Assist in the development of specialized and/or innovative entrepreneurial support programs
- Assist in the development of grant applications that support AADC’s entrepreneurship programs and community projects
- Contribute to AADC’s website and social media.
- Create and distribute marketing materials for AADC programs and write newspaper articles
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to safeguard confidential information and perform duties with discretion and accuracy
- Proficient in the operation of basic office equipment and Microsoft Office software
- Experienced with financial documents including financial statements, spreadsheets, and tax returns
- Understands lending procedures, documentation, and regulations applicable to origination and servicing of business loans
- Highly organized and able to prioritize workload and meet deadlines while working with minimal supervision
- Skilled and diplomatic verbal and written communicator able to collaborate with others and establish and grow positive working relationships with co-workers, clients, and partners
- Positive attitude with desire to provide excellent customer service, collaborate with community partners, and be a part of positive change within Ashland County and the Chequamegon Bay area
- Ability to develop class plans and speak in front of an audience
- Licensed to operate a motor vehicle
- Employer is willing to train a detail-oriented candidate with outstanding communication and soft skills
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associate Degree in Finance, Business Administration or Community Development preferred, or equivalent related work experience
WAGES AND BENEFITS:
- $22.00-25.00/hour
- Health and Dental Insurance Plans
- Paid time off and holidays - start earning PTO on your 1st day of work
TO APPLY:
- Email cover letter, resume, and references to apply@ashlandareadevelopment.org
- Mail cover letter, resume, and references to AADC, 422 W 3rd St, Ste. 101, Ashland, WI 54806
- Applications accepted until positions filled
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Education:
Experience:
- business development: 1 year (Preferred)
- commercial lending: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
