Business Manager

New Mexico State University; New Mexico; On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico State University’s Doña Ana Community College invites applications for a full-time Business Manager. The role oversees day-to-day fiscal support units, coordinates budgeting, analysis, and strategic planning across campus, and ensures compliance with applicable laws and policies.

The position reports to senior finance leaders and collaborates with external partners. Required education includes an Associate's or Bachelor's degree with several years of relevant experience; a Master's in

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree + 6 years of relevant experience or Bachelor's degree + 4 years of relevant experience.
• Master's degree in Accounting and/or Finance preferred.

Responsibilities

• The DACC Business Manager oversees day-to-day fiscal support units (accounts payable/receivable, cashiering, and related processes).
• Responsible for budgeting, analysis, and strategic planning.
• Provide data analysis and reporting of institutional financial activity.
• Provide training and oversight for the Cashiers Office; support business office processes.
• Serve as liaison for financial and budgetary support to academic and administrative leaders.
• Process and approve financial transactions and ensure compliance with law and policies.
• Coordinate with AVPBF, VPBF, and external partners; lead system-wide initiatives.

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Master's degree in Accounting and/or Finance

Job description

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• Staff Full-time
• Closing at: Sep 11 2026 - 23:55 MDT

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• Doña Ana Community College, New Mexico, United States
• Staff
• Staff Full-time
• Closing at: Sep 11 2026 - 23:55 MDT

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Department Contact: McKenna Garcia, 575-527-7550, [e-mail]

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Advertising Summary: DACC, a responsive, accessible, comprehensive, learning-centered community college that provides education opportunities to a diverse community of learners is inviting candidates to apply for the following vacant position:

Position Details

Position Title: Business Manager

College/Division: DACC Dona Ana CC

Department: 941210-DACC ACCOUNTING SVCS

Location: Doña Ana Community College

Target Hourly/Salary Rate: $ 59,965.78 - $ 76,455.95; Commensurate with Qualifications

Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0

FLSA Status: Exempt

Bargaining Unit Announcement: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable

Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)

Job Duties and Responsibilities

The DACC Business Manager is responsible for the day-today operations of fiscal support units such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, cashiering, and other business office processes.

This position will oversee various functions for business operations, including but not limited to; budgeting and analysis, management, strategic planning, and other various duties.

• Provide data analysis and reporting of institutional financial activity.
• Provides support and oversight of Cashiers Office, including training, support, etc.
• Provides training and support on business office processes and procedures.
• Serve as liaison for financial and budgetary support to academic and administrative leaders at DACC.
• Processing and approval of financial transactions.
• Ensures compliance with University, NMHED, state, and federal laws, policies, and regulations.
• Serve as support and back up for AVPBF and VPBF.
• Serve as liaison to key external partners including NMSU System Offices.
• Collaborate with leadership across DACC campuses on System wide institutional priorities.
• Provide leadership to all Business & Finance units on the implementation of strategic initiatives in support of the college’s strategic plan.
• Represents the college at various functions.
• Attend, participate, and/or facilitate internal and external meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience: Associate's Degree + 6 years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree + 4 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in Accounting and/or Finance will be the preferred and prioritized degree.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

Physical Effort: No or very limited physical effort required.

Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.

Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.

Recruitment Summary

We are New Mexico’s land-grant institution and a comprehensive research university dedicated to teaching, research public service and outreach at all levels. NMSU is a welcoming community of talented faculty, staff and students who are working together to make a difference. We are a NASA Space Grant College, a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI), a minority-serving institution (MSI) and home to the first Honors College in New Mexico. We offer an accessible education that shapes bright futures.

NMSU provides learning opportunities to a diverse population of students and community members at four campuses, Cooperative Extension offices located in each of New Mexico’s 33 counties, 12 research and science centers, and through distance education.

NMSU Global Campus

Since 1888, NMSU Global Campus proudly embodied this tradition, building relationships that last a lifetime while serving students who want to earn their degree and grow in their field. Today, NMSU Global Campus provides flexible, career-focused online education that helps our students transform their lives – and the lives of the people they love – through over 70 degree and certificate programs, skill-building microlearning courses, and career and talent development.

NMSU Main Campus

Located in Las Cruces, NM, New Mexico State University's 900-acre main campus is located at the crossroads of I-10 and I-25 in the Southwestern United States. As a thriving center of higher education, deeply rooted in the regional tradition, its role as a comprehensive university is recognized throughout the state.

Doña Ana Community College

Founded in 1973 in collaboration with local school districts to support occupational education, DACC is now a leading community college that provides transformative educational opportunities that meet the workforce needs of Doña Ana County. With a focus on access, innovation and excellence, DACC offers over ninety degrees and certificates, adult education, specialized workforce training, and small business assistance.

Alamogordo Campus

Established in 1958 to serve the needs of the airmen and families stationed at Holloman Air Force Base located only 10 miles west of Alamogordo, NMSUA is a community college with a long history of excellence that is supported by a caring community of hard-working students and dedicated faculty and staff. The campus is situated “on the hill” above Alamogordo and provides inspiring views of the city and the Tularosa Basin, offering the perfect venue for creative and motivated learning.

Grants Campus

NMSU Grants was established as a branch of New Mexico State University in 1968 through the cooperative efforts of New Mexico State University and Grants Municipal Schools. As a two-year branch community college, NMSU Grants serves the local communities in Cibola and McKinley counties, including the Pueblos of Acoma, Laguna, and Zuni, as well as Tohajiilee, San Mateo, San Rafael, Cubero, the City of Grants, and the Village of Milan.

EEO Statement

New Mexico State University does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military service, or other non-merit factor.