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Business Manager - UBA / Human Resources

🇺🇸 Tallahassee, Florida 🕑 Full-Time 💰 TBD 💻 Human Resources 🗓️ November 10th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

Florida State University is hiring a Business Manager for the University Business Administrators - Human Resources department. The role requires overseeing financial and administrative operations to support Human Resources and the Employee Assistance Program, managing budgets, financial reporting, compliance, and business processes to drive operational excellence and fiscal stewardship.

Highlights
  • Manage budget, forecasting, reconciliation, and financial reporting for Human Resources and the Employee Assistance Program.
  • Oversee accounts receivable processes related to the Background Check auxiliary program and manage vendor payments and transactions.
  • Develop and improve business operations, policies, and internal controls to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
  • Serve as departmental approver for job postings, offers, and ePAFs, and monitor payroll and staffing allocations.
  • Provide leadership and guidance to support fiscal and administrative staff and build collaborative university-wide relationships.
  • Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree with two years of experience or high school diploma with six years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Preferred skills: independent management of business/fiscal operations, process improvement, financial analysis, and strong partnership-building abilities.
  • Position supports multiple HR functions and strategic initiatives impacting university employees.
  • Position classified as A&P and requires successful criminal background check.
  • FSU offers a comprehensive total rewards package including compensation, benefits, wellness, and professional development programs.

Business Manager - UBA / Human Resources Full Description

Business Manager - UBA / Human Resources

Job ID
63849
Location
Tallahassee, FL
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular

Department
Responsibilities

About This Role

The Office of Human Resources is seeking a Business Manager to oversee the financial and administrative operations that support Human Resources and the Employee Assistance Program. This position serves as a key partner to department leadership, ensuring effective fiscal management, operational excellence, compliance, and business continuity across a broad range of functions.

Why This Role Matters

As Business Manager, you'll provide financial and operational leadership helping Human Resources effectively support employees across Florida State University. Your important work will drive informed decision-making, sound stewardship of resources, and operational excellence across one of the university's most essential functions.

What You'll Do

Financial Strategy & Budget Management

  • Serve as Budget Manager for Human Resources and the Employee Assistance Program.
  • Lead budget planning, forecasting, reconciliation, and financial reporting activities.
  • Monitor financial transactions and ensure compliance with university policies and procedures.
  • Develop and maintain internal controls that support sound fiscal stewardship.

Business Operations

  • Oversee accounts receivable processes associated with the Background Check auxiliary program.
  • Manage vendor payments, financial transactions, and issue resolution.
  • Develop, document, and improve business processes and operational procedures.
  • Support strategic initiatives and special projects that contribute to departmental goals.

Human Resources Administration

  • Serve as the departmental approver for job postings, job offers, and ePAFs.
  • Monitor payroll and staffing allocation reports while assisting with issue resolution.
  • Support compliance and operational effectiveness across HR functions.

Leadership & Partnership

  • Provide leadership and guidance to staff supporting fiscal and administrative operations.
  • Build collaborative relationships across the university.
  • Partner with stakeholders to achieve department objectives and support university initiatives.

Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree and two years of experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and six years of experience. (Note: a combination of post high school education and experience equal to six years.)

Preferred Qualifications
  • Ability to independently manage business and fiscal operations in a complex environment.
  • Experience developing solutions, improving processes, and driving operational efficiency.
  • Strong financial management, analytical, and organizational skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to build partnerships and serve as a trusted advisor to leadership and stakeholders.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

Learn more about Florida State University and our campuses. 

FSU Total Rewards

FSU offers a robust Total Rewards package. Visit our FSU Total Rewards website to learn more about our Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Recognition, and Employee Development programs.

Use our FSU Total Compensation Calculator to calculate Total Compensation options based on potential salary, benefits and retirement contributions, earned leave, and other employment-related perks.

How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply through the FSU Careers site (jobs.fsu.edu). If you are a current FSU employee, apply through myFSU Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Considerations
This is an A&P position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity
FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.