Business Affairs Financial Analyst

Position/Application Information

McNeese State University invites applicants for the position of Business Affairs Financial Analyst. This is a full-time, 12–month, unclassified staff position. The appointment is available to begin July 27, 2026.

Position Number: U99878

Salary: Commensurate with experience.

Reporting Authority: Vice President for Business Affairs

Position Summary

The Business Affairs Financial Analyst provides professional-level analytical and administrative support to the Vice President for Business Affairs while participating in a structured developmental experience designed to build broad knowledge of the University's business operations. This position is intended to support succession planning within the Division of Business Affairs by developing future financial leadership and preserving institutional knowledge. The successful candidate will initially focus on budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, and institutional financial analysis while gaining experience across other areas of the Division.

Deadline: Position will remain open until filled.

APPLICATION PROCESS AND MATERIALS: For the application process, applicants MUST complete an electronic application and upload required documents listed below:

• Letter of Application (Cover Letter)
• Resume
• Three Professional References (Include: name, phone number, and email address)
• Unofficial Transcripts

Only completed application packets including all items listed above will be reviewed.

ALL JOB OFFERS ARE CONTINGENT UPON THE SUCCESSFUL RESULT OF A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK AND RECEIPT OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT(S) IF APPLICABLE.

TO APPLY FOR THIS VACANCY, click on the “APPLY” button at the top of advertisement to complete the electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. *Required application materials WILL NOT be accepted after the deadline, if applicable. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information

IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS POSITION, PLEASE CONTACT THE CHAIR:

April Broussard at [email protected]

Office Of Human Resources Contact

Kim Dronett, HR Analyst/Recruitment [email protected] or (337) 475-5413

Position Duties/Responsibilities

• Financial Analysis and Budget Development: Assist with the preparation, monitoring, and analysis of the University's operating, auxiliary, and athletic capital budgets. Participate in financial forecasting, budget development, and long-range financial planning. Analyze financial data and prepare reports for executive leadership.
• Accounting Support: Work closely with the Accounting and Budget Offices to develop an in-depth understanding of the University's accounting processes, fund accounting, financial reporting, and fiscal operations. Participate in cross-training opportunities designed to preserve institutional knowledge and support future succession planning.
• Special Projects: Independently manage special projects assigned by the Vice President for Business Affairs. Conduct research, prepare analyses, and develop recommendations related to financial, operational, and strategic initiatives.
• Executive Support: Prepare executive correspondence, presentations, reports, and other materials for the Division of Business Affairs independently and as directed by the Vice President.
• Liaison Duties: Coordinate Business Affairs matters with the University of Louisiana System, the Board of Regents, state agencies, auditors, and other external entities.
• Contract Management: Maintain the University's contract repository and monitor contract expiration and renewal dates.
• Records Retention: Manage the University's compliance with the Louisiana Secretary of State records retention schedules.
• Custodian of Public Records: Serve as the University's Custodian of Public Records, ensuring timely, accurate, and legally compliant responses to public records requests.
• Procurement: Prepare requisitions and purchase orders for the Division of Business Affairs.
• Scheduling and Project Coordination: Organize and monitor appointments, deadlines, and projects for the Division.
• Communication: Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills while interacting professionally with faculty, staff, students, visitors, and external stakeholders. This includes initiating and responding to telephone calls and other communications for the Division.
• Visitor Reception and Collaboration: Engage with visitors and colleagues in a professional, courteous, and service-oriented manner.
• Technical Proficiency: Utilize Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and the Ellucian Banner system, as well as other business applications required to support the Division's operations.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional analytical ability, intellectual curiosity, and a desire to develop expertise in higher education finance and administration. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain broad exposure to executive-level financial management, budgeting, accounting, strategic planning, and university operations, with significant potential for professional growth and advancement within the Division of Business Affairs.

Required

Required/Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in Accounting from an accredited institution.
• One year of accounting, auditing, governmental, or higher education experience (internships acceptable).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred

• Master’s degree preferred (MBA, Master’s in Accounting).
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or eligibility to sit for the CPA examination, with a demonstrated commitment to obtaining licensure.
• Experience with the Ellucian Banner system.
• Experience with financial reporting, budgeting, or data analysis tools.

General University information

McNeese State University, located in Lake Charles, Louisiana, is a public university and a member of the University of Louisiana System. Under Louisiana law, applications and all supporting materials will become public record. All applicants are expected to submit complete and accurate materials as specified in the position announcement. A background check and an English Proficiency assessment (Faculty Only) will be conducted on selected finalists. We comply with Louisiana Revised Statute 49:1001, et seq, and State of Louisiana Executive Order 98-38, which provides for drug testing of employees, appointees, prospective employees, and prospective appointees. Prospective employees and employees are informed if a drug test is required.

McNeese State University is an AA/EEO/ADA employer committed to excellence through diversity and a SAME agency (State as a Model Employer for People with Disabilities) for the State of Louisiana.

Persons requesting accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should contact the Office of Campus Compliance and Civility at least 72 hours before the event. Additional information is available from the Office of Campus Compliance and Civility, located in the Burton Business Center, Suite 407, by phone at 337-475-5428, by fax at 337-475-5603, or by email [email protected].?

The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires McNeese State University to inform applicants that the University can employ only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Each new employee is required to present documentation verifying his/her identity and right to accept employment. McNeese participates in E-Verify.

Louisiana Revised Statute 42:31-“Eligibility requirements for certain unclassified employees”-requires any person hired or employed in an unclassified position, whose annual salary or rate of compensation is equal to or exceeds one hundred thousand dollars, provide proof to his public employer that he has been issued a Louisiana driver’s license and that all vehicles registered in his name are registered in Louisiana within thirty days of being hired or employed at such salary.

Transcripts from Foreign Universities: Prospective faculty submitting transcripts from foreign universities or schools must have the coursework evaluated for equivalency to United States-accredited coursework by a University-approved agency. The prospective faculty member is responsible for the cost of the evaluation. McNeese typically accepts evaluations by World Education Services (www.wes.org) or Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc.www.ece.org.

McNeese State University offers a wide array of benefits to eligible employees to include:

Comprehensive retirement programs through the State of Louisiana or Optional program, Supplemental retirement accounts (403B and 457) pre-tax and roth versions, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Supplemental Insurance to include Vision, Life, Dental, Cancer, Intensive Care, Short Term Disability and more, Paid holidays, Tuition fee reduction program for eligible employees and dependents, Leave accrual and carryover, and many other on campus perks/discount programs.

You may view the current year's Benefits Guide at: MYMCNEESE EMPLOYEE EXTRAS