Director of Fiscal Operations

Louisiana State University

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Pennington Biomedical Research Center, a Louisiana State University academic research institute in Baton Rouge, is seeking a Director of Fiscal Operations. The role serves as a key advisor to the Chief Financial Officer and supports the Center’s overall financial management. The Director leads and supervises fiscal operations staff and oversees post-award financial administration, financial transactions, budget management, financial reporting, and financial projections.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
At least five years of professional experience in fiscal operations, accounting, financial management, or a related area.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to lead and manage professional staff effectively.
Ability to establish and maintain the trust and confidence of research scientists, administrators, and staff.
Ability to communicate with credibility, professionalism, and influence.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt effectively to changing organizational needs.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Accounting or a related field.
Ten or more years of experience in fiscal operations, accounting, financial management, or a related area.
Experience in a higher education, academic research, or research administration environment.
Working knowledge of federal Uniform Guidance requirements, including administrative requirements, cost principles, audit requirements for federal awards, and federal post-award administration.
Experience preparing and reviewing financial reports.
Working knowledge of State of Louisiana budgeting and financial reporting processes.

Responsibilities

Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.
Coordinate fiscal year-end activities.
Develop and maintain fiscal policies and standard operating procedures for the department and the Center.
Review and approve financial transactions in the role of Central Company Accountant.
Ensure compliance with applicable governmental accounting regulations and financial reporting requirements.
Coordinate financial and compliance audits and serve as the primary liaison for audit activities.
Develop accounting procedures for new economic ventures and public-private partnerships.
Oversee procurement, internal financial reporting and projections, travel, wage and time submission processes, and post-award financial administration for sponsored agreements.
Manage ERP system security access for Center employees.
Provide leadership, supervision, and performance oversight for a team of nine employees.