Assistant Director - Accounting Services

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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 regulations

LSU 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 hrmhelp@agcenter.lsu.edu.  (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, Director

Accounting Services

103 Efferson Hall

Baton Rouge, LA 70803

Email: CMcglinchey@agcenter.lsu.edu

Phone: 225-578-4645

Website: www.lsuagcenter.com

The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment.

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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.

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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.

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Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU AgCenter Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-2258 or emailed HRMHelp@agcenter.lsu.edu.