Business Officer for LSU Online

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Job Posting Title:

Business Officer for LSU Online

   

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

   

Department:

LSUAM Online - BPO - Operations and Business Office (Crystal James Nathan (00077150))

   

Work Location:

United Plaza XII

   

Pay Grade:

Professional Hourly

   

Job Description:

The Business Officer position requires a high level of organization, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. This role supports the financial operations of the department by overseeing procurement processes, including requisitions and vendor quotes, reconciling accounts, processing invoices and journal entries, and ensuring compliance with university policies and financial procedures. Additionally, the position involves assisting with building operations, maintaining copier services, and supporting events. This position reports to the Associate Director of Operations & Business Office and support the entire LSU-Online & CE. 

Job Responsibilities:

Procurement: 50%

Acting as the liaison between LSU Online & CE and the LSU Procurement Office for, assisting with day-to-day procurement activities for Online division with LSU Online & CE. Responsibilities include preparing and submitting purchase requisitions, obtaining and evaluating vendor quotes for compliance, updating procurement tracking logs, and preparing and managing contract renewals for purchase orders. 

Maintain effective communication with vendors and internal stakeholders regarding all procurement matters. 

Accounting Services: 40%

Regularly reconcile departmental accounts, expense reports, and credit card transactions, resolving discrepancies. Process invoices for timely payments, manage journal entries, and maintain accurate documentation. Reconcile the Aged Listing of Outstanding Encumbrances monthly, ensuring timely processing of receipts or liquidations, especially at year-end. Communicate with LSU Procurement and suppliers on outstanding transactions.
 

Copier Management: 5%

Work with LSU copier management to maintain the copier database. Provide copier support services and address any copier-related issues

Assists in the overall functions of the Business Office through cross training and support of other positions and other duties assigned. 5%

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting or related field

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree with two years' experience related procurement. 

Degree Substitute: LSU values skills, experience, and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply— a degree is not required as long as the candidate meets the required years of experience specified in the job description.

Additional Requirements:

Operation Essential Personnel - This position may be asked to work during an official closure, but who is otherwise not required to report to the physical campus during a closure and whose absence does not present a risk to the safety, resources, and well-being of the campus per FASOP HR-01.

Cash Handling - This position has access to/directly handles cash. Financial history/credit check required per FASOP HR-04.

Additional Information:

Evening and weekend hours are occasionally required to provide the best service to our customers.

   

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Please provide a cover letter, resume, (3) professional references, and transcripts. Official transcripts are required prior to hire, if needed.

For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Crystal J Nathan at crystaljames@lsu.edu

   

Posting Date:

November 10, 2025

   

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

November 24, 2025

  

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holiday