Business Manager
Sugar Land Space Cowboys
Sugar Land, TXThis is a Full Time Job
Summary of Responsibilities:
The Business Manager assists the Club General Manager and Administrative offices, as well as Corporate Finance & Human Resources, with various tasks necessary for baseball office operations. The tasks may include, but are not limited, facilitating gameday cash requirements, generating invoices for the club, making bank deposits either remotely or in person, assisting with seasonal payroll onboarding and processing, office administration duties and answering general questions. This position may also assist with special projects and game day operations.
Essential Functions of the Job:
• Assist the Club General Manager in day-to-day activities
• Provide assistance to Corporate Finance by handling activities such as bank deposits, gameday cash operations (as applicable), manual check creation, facilitating invoice and spend approvals, and interacting with vendors and customers
• Manage onboarding and processing payroll for seasonal employees and ensure compliance with all relevant trainings and policies
• Act as the I-9 Agent for all seasonal and front office staff; ensuring 100% compliance
• Escalates local HR queries to the Corporate HR team as required
• Create invoices for the billing of Club partnerships in NetSuite
• Help staff with time and expense reimbursement submissions and manage credit card tracking for receipts and coding in Divvy/Bill.com
• Work with regional finance team to complete month-end close tasks
• Track and submit monthly sales commissions for front office staff
• Assists with the collections of past due receivables
• Bill Major League Baseball affiliate for reimbursables and maintain close relationships
• Assist in the preparation and reporting of sales taxes
• Order, organize, and ensure all office supplies are on hand and that all office machinery are in good working order
• Create relationships with local community partners who supply office and business services or products
• Manage and ensure timeliness with rent and other required payments
• Provide reports from various systems to GM to make business decisions
Experience and Qualifications:
• Associate or Bachelors degree preferred but not required
• Experience in an office environment
• Experience and knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel
• Proven administrative experience supporting multiple people and departments
• Experience working in an accounting environment and basic understanding of accounting principles
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to multitask
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
Additional Information
The Sugar Land Space Cowboys, the Triple-A affiliate of the Houston Astros, provide high-energy baseball and entertainment at Constellation Field in Sugar Land, Texas. With a modern ballpark and strong ties to the Astros organization, the Space Cowboys focus on delivering a dynamic fan experience while developing future Major League talent. Known for their engaging promotions and community presence, the team is part of Diamond Baseball Holdings (DBH), a unique sports and entertainment company that owns and operates a diverse roster of Minor League Baseball clubs and premier venues across North America. DBH combines baseball with special events and community-driven experiences, creating unforgettable moments for millions of fans each year. With nearly 50 clubs and venues in the United States and Canada, DBH is home to beloved MiLB brands and offers opportunities for careers in sports, entertainment, hospitality, and live events. Through its partnership with Major League Baseball, DBH shapes sponsorship, licensing, and commercial opportunities across all 120 MiLB markets, enabling teams to make a significant impact locally and nationally. The organization values creativity, collaboration, and a commitment to delivering exceptional fan experiences while positively influencing the communities it serves.