Business Manager

The Business Manager directs the daily business operations for the LSU Police Department. Responsibilities include financial accounting and reporting, budget development and management, and purchasing. May be responsible for a variety of areas impacting business operations including but not limited to cost accounting, internal reviews, grant and contract management, payroll/personnel, HR liaison, and facility management. Processes, reviews, and approves accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions. Develops, recommends, and implements policies and procedures relating to financial management of the department.

This position is considered operational essential and may be asked to work during an official closure but is otherwise not required to report to the physical campus during a closure and whose absence does not present a risk to the safety, resources, and well-being of the campus per FASOP HR-01.

This position regularly engages in financial matters, including handling credit cards, cash, grant funds, or other university funds, and must undergo a credit check per FASOP HR-04. 

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field and 3 years of relevant experience.

LSU values skills, experience, and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply— a degree is not required as long as the candidate meets the required years of experience specified in the job description.

Familiarity with LSU online systems, including Workday. Knowledge of LSU financial policies and procedures.

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.