HR Finance & Operations Leader — Budget, Compliance

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

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