Assistant Director - Accounting Services

Louisiana State University; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Medical insurance options

Vacation and sick leave

Job summary

Louisiana State University is seeking an Assistant Director of Accounting Services in Baton Rouge to oversee AR/AP operations, LaCarte program management, and year-end close activities. The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting and five years of related experience, with emphasis on internal controls, policy implementation, and collaboration with campus departments.

Ideal candidates will have strong leadership, analytical, communication, organizational, and technology skills, plus experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field and five years of progressively responsible professional accounting experience.
• Experience with enterprise financial systems, financial reporting, compliance monitoring, and process improvement.
• Strong leadership, analytical, communication, organizational, and technology skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise accounts receivable and accounts payable staff and daily operations; ensure timely processing and compliance.
• Manage the LaCarte Visa Card Program including monitoring, security, and reporting.
• Provide guidance to faculty, staff, unit liaisons, and admins; communicate changes and training needs.
• Assist in fiscal year-end close and ensure proper recording of receivables and payables.
• Learn and stay up to date with the Workday ERP to accomplish work.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical

Communication

Organizational skills

Technology skills

Workday

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Workday ERP

Job description

Assistant Director - Accounting Services# Louisiana State University - Careers## Assistant Director - Accounting ServicesApply: 0103 Efferson Hall (LSU Ag Center): Full time: Posted 24 Days Ago: End Date: February 13, 2027 (30+ days left to apply): R00121534## ****All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated).****## **If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.**## Job Posting Title:Assistant Director - Accounting Services## Position Type:Professional / Unclassified## Department:LSUAG Administration - BF - Accounting Services (Caryn McGlinchey (00341488))## Work Location:0103 Efferson Hall (LSU Ag Center)## Pay Grade:Professional## Job Description:The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide organization with offices in every parish of Louisiana. We are currently seeking extraordinary candidates for the position outlined below. This position will be domiciled in the Department of Accounting Services, Baton Rouge, LA, 70803. **About the LSU Agricultural Center:** The LSU AgCenter is one of 9 campuses within the LSU enterprise. The LSU AgCenter includes the Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station, which conducts agricultural-based research, and the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service, which extends the knowledge derived from research to the people of the state. The AgCenter is headquartered in Baton Rouge and has 12 academic departments and five regions which are made up of 15 branch research stations and an extension office in each parish. More information can be found at www.lsuagcenter.com.**Position Description:** This position serves as the Assistant Director of Accounting Services for the LSU AgCenter. This position is responsible for managing the daily activities of Accounting Services, to include the development and monitoring of Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and the agency's Purchasing Card program, LaCarte. This position is responsible for the development and implementation of internal policies and controls, and performing duties related to year-end close. Specific duties are as follows: 50% Supervise account receivable and accounts payable accounting staff and associated daily office operations; ensure timely processing of transactions; ensure compliance with applicable internal and external regulations; interviews, hires and trains staff members; recommend operational changes related to receivables and payables. 20% Manages the LaCarte Visa Card Program. In this capacity, incumbent is responsible for the implementation, monitoring, security and authorization of these cards through the WORKS and Bank of America Global Card Access Application systems. Generate, review and analyze required monthly, quarterly and annual reports for the LaCarte program. 20% Provides guidance to faculty, staff, unit liaisons, unit heads, and administrative officials relating to the above functions. Recommends communications to be issued in response to changes or areas where additional training is needed. Assists in troubleshooting and problem resolution. May make presentations at various meetings or trainings for administrative support staff. May represent Accounting Services on various committees and at various meetings. 10% Assist in fiscal year-end closeout by generating and reviewing reports, and ensuring receivable and payables are processed within the appropriate fiscal year. Learns and/or stays up to date with the Workday ERP to accomplish work. Performs other duties as assigned.**Minimum Qualification Requirements:** Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field and five years of progressively responsible professional accounting experience. Experience with enterprise financial systems, financial reporting, compliance monitoring, and process improvement is required. Strong leadership, analytical, communication, organizational, and technology skills are essential.**Preferred Qualifications:** Experience in higher education, governmental, or public-sector accounting. Experience supervising accounting personnel and oversight of accounting operations in a shared-service or centralized accounting environment. Experience with Workday. Knowledge of relevant state, federal, and university regulationsLSU and the AgCenter are dedicated to fostering an environment where our employees feel appreciated for their skills and individual qualifications. If a candidate does not meet the minimum qualifications listed but has other qualifications or substantial experience related to the key responsibilities, we encourage them to apply (per La. RS 42:36).**Date Available:** Upon completion of the selection process. **Application Deadline:** October 30, 2026or until a suitable candidate is identified. **Application Procedure**: Qualified candidates must apply online using the https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/LSU (or through Workday for internal applicants) by attaching file(s) containing a curriculum vita, a letter of application, official university transcripts, and two letters of reference. Questions about the online application system should be directed to the HRM Office at 225/578-0324 or [e-mail]. (Paper, faxed, or emailed application materials will not be accepted.) In lieu of attaching the letters of reference, they may be sent directly to:Caryn McGlinchey, DirectorAccounting Services103 Efferson HallBaton Rouge, LA 70803Email: [e-mail]: 225-578-4645Website: www.lsuagcenter.com The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment.## Additional Job Description:## Competencies:None## Special Instructions:Assistant Director - Accounting Services**Skills Needed:****Preferred Skills:**## Posting Date:October 16, 2026## Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):February 13, 2027## Additional Position Information:**Background Check -** An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.**Benefits -** The LSU AgCenter has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, life, long-term disability, accident, vision, long-term care, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some childcare and medical expenses), university holidays (14 per year), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment. 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):## About the LSU Agricultural Center:The LSU AgCenter, is one of eight campuses within the broader LSU enterprise (LSU System). The LSU AgCenter includes the Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station, which conducts agricultural-based research, and the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service, which extends the knowledge derived from research to the people of the state. The AgCenter is headquartered in Baton Rouge and has 12 “on campus” academic departments and five regions which are made up of 15 branch research stations and an extension office in each parish. For more information, visit the AgCenter’s website at www.lsuagcenter.com.## The LSU Agricultural Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.## HCM Contact Information:Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU AgCenter Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-2258 or emailed [e-mail].