Business Manager - UBA / Human Resources

Florida State University; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida State University is seeking a Business Manager in the Office of Human Resources to oversee the financial and administrative operations that support Human Resources and the Employee Assistance Program. This role serves as a key partner to department leadership, ensuring effective fiscal management, operational excellence, compliance, and business continuity across a broad range of functions.

As Business Manager, you will drive budget planning, forecasting, financial reporting, accounts

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two years of experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and six years of experience.
• Experience independently managing business and fiscal operations in a complex environment.
• Experience developing solutions, improving processes, and driving operational efficiency.
• Strong financial management, analytical, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial strategy, budget planning, forecasting, and reporting for HR and the Employee Assistance Program.
• Manage accounts payable/receivable, vendor payments, and internal controls.
• Support payroll, staffing reports, and compliance with university policies.
• Lead process improvements and partner with stakeholders to drive departmental goals.
• Provide leadership to staff and build cross-unit collaboration across the university.

Skills

Financial leadership

Budgeting

Analytical skills

Strategic planning

Partnership building

Education

Bachelor's degree + 2 years experience

High school diploma + 6 years experience

Job description

Department

University Business Administrators - Human Resources

Department

University Business Administrators - Human Resources

Responsibilities

The Office of Human Resources is seeking a Business Manager to oversee the financial and administrative operations that support Human Resources and the Employee Assistance Program. This position serves as a key partner to department leadership, ensuring effective fiscal management, operational excellence, compliance, and business continuity across a broad range of functions.

Why This Role Matters

As Business Manager, you'll provide financial and operational leadership helping Human Resources effectively support employees across Florida State University. Your important work will drive informed decision-making, sound stewardship of resources, and operational excellence across one of the university's most essential functions.

What You'll Do

Financial Strategy & Budget Management

• Serve as Budget Manager for Human Resources and the Employee Assistance Program.
• Lead budget planning, forecasting, reconciliation, and financial reporting activities.
• Monitor financial transactions and ensure compliance with university policies and procedures.
• Develop and maintain internal controls that support sound fiscal stewardship.

Business Operations

• Oversee accounts receivable processes associated with the Background Check auxiliary program.
• Manage vendor payments, financial transactions, and issue resolution.
• Develop, document, and improve business processes and operational procedures.
• Support strategic initiatives and special projects that contribute to departmental goals.

Human Resources Administration

• Serve as the departmental approver for job postings, job offers, and ePAFs.
• Monitor payroll and staffing allocation reports while assisting with issue resolution.
• Support compliance and operational effectiveness across HR functions.

Leadership & Partnership

• Provide leadership and guidance to staff supporting fiscal and administrative operations.
• Build collaborative relationships across the university.
• Partner with stakeholders to achieve department objectives and support university initiatives.

Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree and two years of experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and six years of experience. (Note: a combination of post high school education and experience equal to six years.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to independently manage business and fiscal operations in a complex environment.
• Experience developing solutions, improving processes, and driving operational efficiency.
• Strong financial management, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build partnerships and serve as a trusted advisor to leadership and stakeholders.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

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Considerations

This is an A&P position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.