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Job Posting Title:
Vice Chancellor of Business Affairs
Position Type:
Professional / Unclassified
Department:
LSUE Chancellor (Nancee J Sorenson (00060359))
Work Location:
LSU - Eunice
Pay Grade:
Professional
Job Description:
The Vice-Chancellor of Business Affairs (VCBA) serves as the University's Chief Financial Officer. The VCBA has responsibility for the leadership and management of the university's administrative and finance operations, is a member of the executive management team and reports directly to the Chancellor. The VCBA provides oversight and leadership of Business Affairs, Human Resources, LSUE Auxiliaries, and Physical Plant/Facilities Services. The VCBA is an executive representative of the university campus with internal and external constituents. Louisiana State University Eunice is the two year university campus of the Louisiana State University system.
Primary Responsibilities
55% -Responsible for providing executive level direction and management and oversight of university operations, financial planning, budgeting and budget analysis, accounting and business operations, finance controls and reporting, campus maintenance and development, risk management, insurance and asset protection, purchasing and contracts, mail services and auxiliary contracts.
20% -Serves as the University's fiscal liaison to the LSUE Foundation, LSU system, and state and federal agencies. Provides significant support to the LSUE Foundation in the operation of its finances, compliance and audit requirements.
25% - Provides complex and significant support to the Chancellor and to the University Campus leadership in the form of financial forecasting and information, report preparation, and in knowledge and implementation of state and federal compliance and audit requirements for the University and for all areas of supervision and responsibility which include, Business Affairs, Human Resources and Physical Plant/Facilities.
Position Information
Position is subject to an office environment therefore must be able to operate a computer, telephone, and other office machinery, remain seated for extended periods of time, bend, squat, twist, move about to accomplish tasks, ability to receive and exchange detailed information through oral and written communication, make substantial movements of the wrists, hands, or fingers, and ability to take frequent and long walks through a large, multilevel facility.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Management, Business Administration, Economics, or other related field of study from a regionally accredited academic institution
or Bachelors Degree with CPA Licensure
5-7 years experience in Leadership and progressively responsible experience in directly related fields of finance, accounting, management, business administration or economics.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Management, Business Administration, Economics, or other related field of study from a regionally accredited academic institution.
7-10 years experience in Leadership and progressively responsible experience in directly related fields of finance, accounting, management, business administration or economics.
Salary Range: $100,000.00-$130,000.00
Additional Job Description:
The responsibilities of the VCBA require availability during irregular work hours and to perform extended workdays to maintain a leadership/managerial presence on campus or as designated by the Chancellor. This position is responsible for overseeing university campus events, operations and employees during weekends and evenings and for being immediately available when emergency situations occur.
Competencies:
Effective verbal and written communication skills - Advanced
Analytical, research and problem solving skills - Advanced
Effective presentation skills - Advanced
Conflict Resolution - Advanced
Ability to lead and manage complex financial matters - Advanced
Salary:
Competencies:
None
Special Instructions:
All applicants must submit a resume, copies of official transcript(s), and three professional references including name, title, phone number, and e-mail address. Please attach all documents under the Resume/CV section of your application. Original transcript(s) will be required prior to hire. All newly hired employees will be required to declare their Covid-19 vaccination status within the first thirty days of hire.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Posting Date:
September 30, 2025
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
October 14, 2025
Additional Position Information:
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.
Essential Position (Y/N):
LSUE is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
HCM Contact Information:
Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSUE Human Resources Management Office at 337-550-1222 or emailed at [email protected].
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