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The Louisiana Board of Regents is seeking a highly experienced financial leader to serve as Associate Commissioner for Finance and Compliance. This executive-level role serves as the Board’s Comptroller and Lead Auditor and provides staff support to the Board’s Audit Committee.
The Associate Commissioner interprets complex accounting, audit, and regulatory requirements; oversees critical fiscal operations and reporting; monitors Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) compliance; and designs internal fiscal and compliance policies that protect the integrity of the agency’s financial operations
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
The Board of Regents is established in the Louisiana Constitution as the state’s coordinating board for higher education. Regents works with four management boards, thirty-two public degree-granting institutions, and four special-purpose institutions. It sets statewide higher education policy, advocates for systems and institutions, distributes state-provided funding in accordance with legislative actions, and administers grant programs that advance postsecondary education.
The Board of Regents includes three programs: the Board of Regents, the Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance (LOSFA), and the Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium (LUMCON). The Division of Finance and Administration oversees the agency’s financial and budget matters, administrative policies and procedures, and facilities, and supports Regents’ constitutional role in reviewing operating and capital needs and recommending capital construction priorities.
IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE
- Senior-level financial leadership and sound professional judgment
- Deep knowledge of governmental accounting, audit, compliance, and financial reporting
- Ability to translate complex regulatory and accounting requirements into clear operational practices
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk-management capabilities
- Collaborative leadership with internal teams, auditors, state agencies, and higher education partners High standards of accountability, integrity, precision, and public service
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Baccalaureate degree in business administration, accounting, finance, or another related field.
Licensure: A current Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license is required.
Experience: Minimum ten years of professional-level experience in a higher education or public-sector setting; or a graduate degree in a related field with at least seven years of professional-level experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree in business or public administration, accounting, finance, or another related field.
- Professional-level experience in postsecondary education finance.
- Experience with the State of Louisiana’s LaGov software program.
Applications will be rejected if the applicant fails to meet the minimum qualifications, submits an incomplete application, or fails to apply by the closing date of the announcement.
JOB DUTIES
Financial Reporting & GASB Compliance
- Interprets complex financial, accounting, and regulatory concepts and techniques used in financial management, reconciliation, and financial statement preparation.
- Directs development and submission of Board of Regents financial reports, including federal reports, Annual Financial Reports (AFR), START financial statements and notes, and implementation of new and revised GASB requirements. Oversees the annual Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA).
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Audit, Grants, & Compliance
- Coordinates with auditors, provides required documentation and responses, and implements corrective actions when needed to address audit findings.
- Monitors and assists with subrecipient monitoring requirements for federal grants under Uniform Guidance, including on-site visits to higher education institutions when necessary. Designs, develops, and manages internal fiscal and accounting programs, policies, and procedures with Finance and Administration leadership to ensure compliance with federal and state requirements.
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Higher Education Fiscal Analysis & External Partnerships
- Performs analytical reviews of quarterly fiscal reports and annual health index reports for Louisiana public higher education institutions. Communicates and collaborates with the Office of Statewide Reporting and Accounting Policy (OSRAP), State Treasury, Legislative Auditors, federal and state officials, internal auditors, U.S. Department of Education staff, and lending institutions regarding agency accounting and compliance matters.
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Financial Leadership & Supervision
- Supervises staff responsible for fund disbursements and cost allocations, classification and bank reconciliation, audit, cash management, accounts payable/receivable, grants fiscal management, and higher education financial compliance.
- Advises the Deputy Commissioner for Finance and Administration on audit and fiscal matters affecting postsecondary education.
POSITION-SPECIFIC DETAILS
Appointment Type: This position is unclassified and will be filled by a new hire or by promotion of a current Regents employee.
Worksite Location: The position is based in the Claiborne Building in downtown Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Standard office computing equipment is provided, including laptops for off-site work.
Security Requirements: This position is designated as a security-sensitive position. A criminal history check will be conducted on all new hires as well as employees changing positions including promotions, demotions, details, reassignments, transfers and every five years. Annual safety training is required for all state employees. Access to driving records is required to operate state-owned vehicles or rentals on state contract.
Travel & Schedule: Statewide travel to institutions and, occasional weekend and evening work and travel may be necessary.
Physical Demands: The position is primarily office-based. Typing is essential. Minimal standing, stooping, and light lifting of up to twenty pounds may be required. Reasonable accommodations are available for persons unable to meet the physical requirements of the position.
BENEFITS INFORMATION
The Louisiana Board of Regents, as part of Louisiana state government, offers a wide range of career opportunities for individuals committed to advancing public higher education and making a meaningful impact through public service. With positions supporting institutions and initiatives across the state, employment with the Board of Regents provides a unique opportunity to contribute to Louisiana’s academic, workforce, and research priorities.
As a Regents employee, you will receive competitive compensation, access to a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development.
Health & Life: Fulltime employees are eligible for group health and life insurance coverage through the Office of Group Benefits.
Retirement : Full-time employees are required to contribute 8% of their base pay to a Louisiana retirement system. The retirement system provides retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. Regents’ employees have the option of joining the Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (TRSL) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). ORP is also available to some part-time positions.
Accrued Leave: Unclassified state employees earn sick and annual leave in accordance with Executive Order Number JML 24-122, Rules on Leave for The Unclassified Service.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application listing complete work experience and education.
Applicants qualifying based on college training or receipt of a baccalaureate degree will be required to submit an official college transcript to verify credentials claimed prior to appointment. Please make every effort to attach a copy of your transcript or any other materials as outlined in the posting to your application if possible.
Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process.
The Board of Regents is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports the recruitment, hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment resources for individuals with disabilities, see the Louisiana Employment Resources Guide. (Download Adobe Acrobat Reader)
CONTACT INFORMATION
For more information about this posting, please contact:
The Board of Regents’ Human Capital Management Office
Kim Langlois
Employee Relations Specialist
kim.langlois@laregents.edu or HR@laregents.edu
About this Job
The Louisiana Board of Regents is seeking a highly experienced financial leader to serve as Associate Commissioner for Finance and Compliance. This executive-level role serves as the Board’s Comptroller and Lead Auditor and provides staff support to the Board’s Audit Committee.
The Associate Commissioner interprets complex accounting, audit, and regulatory requirements; oversees critical fiscal operations and reporting; monitors Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) compliance; and designs internal fiscal and compliance policies that protect the integrity of the agency’s financial operations
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
The Board of Regents is established in the Louisiana Constitution as the state’s coordinating board for higher education. Regents works with four management boards, thirty-two public degree-granting institutions, and four special-purpose institutions. It sets statewide higher education policy, advocates for systems and institutions, distributes state-provided funding in accordance with legislative actions, and administers grant programs that advance postsecondary education.
The Board of Regents includes three programs: the Board of Regents, the Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance (LOSFA), and the Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium (LUMCON). The Division of Finance and Administration oversees the agency’s financial and budget matters, administrative policies and procedures, and facilities, and supports Regents’ constitutional role in reviewing operating and capital needs and recommending capital construction priorities.
IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE
- Senior-level financial leadership and sound professional judgment
- Deep knowledge of governmental accounting, audit, compliance, and financial reporting
- Ability to translate complex regulatory and accounting requirements into clear operational practices
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk-management capabilities
- Collaborative leadership with internal teams, auditors, state agencies, and higher education partners High standards of accountability, integrity, precision, and public service
-
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Baccalaureate degree in business administration, accounting, finance, or another related field.
Licensure: A current Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license is required.
Experience: Minimum ten years of professional-level experience in a higher education or public-sector setting; or a graduate degree in a related field with at least seven years of professional-level experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree in business or public administration, accounting, finance, or another related field.
- Professional-level experience in postsecondary education finance.
- Experience with the State of Louisiana’s LaGov software program.
Applications will be rejected if the applicant fails to meet the minimum qualifications, submits an incomplete application, or fails to apply by the closing date of the announcement.
JOB DUTIES
Financial Reporting & GASB Compliance
- Interprets complex financial, accounting, and regulatory concepts and techniques used in financial management, reconciliation, and financial statement preparation.
- Directs development and submission of Board of Regents financial reports, including federal reports, Annual Financial Reports (AFR), START financial statements and notes, and implementation of new and revised GASB requirements. Oversees the annual Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA).
-
Audit, Grants, & Compliance
- Coordinates with auditors, provides required documentation and responses, and implements corrective actions when needed to address audit findings.
- Monitors and assists with subrecipient monitoring requirements for federal grants under Uniform Guidance, including on-site visits to higher education institutions when necessary. Designs, develops, and manages internal fiscal and accounting programs, policies, and procedures with Finance and Administration leadership to ensure compliance with federal and state requirements.
-
Higher Education Fiscal Analysis & External Partnerships
- Performs analytical reviews of quarterly fiscal reports and annual health index reports for Louisiana public higher education institutions. Communicates and collaborates with the Office of Statewide Reporting and Accounting Policy (OSRAP), State Treasury, Legislative Auditors, federal and state officials, internal auditors, U.S. Department of Education staff, and lending institutions regarding agency accounting and compliance matters.
-
Financial Leadership & Supervision
- Supervises staff responsible for fund disbursements and cost allocations, classification and bank reconciliation, audit, cash management, accounts payable/receivable, grants fiscal management, and higher education financial compliance.
- Advises the Deputy Commissioner for Finance and Administration on audit and fiscal matters affecting postsecondary education.
POSITION-SPECIFIC DETAILS
Appointment Type: This position is unclassified and will be filled by a new hire or by promotion of a current Regents employee.
Worksite Location: The position is based in the Claiborne Building in downtown Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Standard office computing equipment is provided, including laptops for off-site work.
Security Requirements: This position is designated as a security-sensitive position. A criminal history check will be conducted on all new hires as well as employees changing positions including promotions, demotions, details, reassignments, transfers and every five years. Annual safety training is required for all state employees. Access to driving records is required to operate state-owned vehicles or rentals on state contract.
Travel & Schedule: Statewide travel to institutions and, occasional weekend and evening work and travel may be necessary.
Physical Demands: The position is primarily office-based. Typing is essential. Minimal standing, stooping, and light lifting of up to twenty pounds may be required. Reasonable accommodations are available for persons unable to meet the physical requirements of the position.
BENEFITS INFORMATION
The Louisiana Board of Regents, as part of Louisiana state government, offers a wide range of career opportunities for individuals committed to advancing public higher education and making a meaningful impact through public service. With positions supporting institutions and initiatives across the state, employment with the Board of Regents provides a unique opportunity to contribute to Louisiana’s academic, workforce, and research priorities.
As a Regents employee, you will receive competitive compensation, access to a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development.
Health & Life: Fulltime employees are eligible for group health and life insurance coverage through the Office of Group Benefits.
Retirement : Full-time employees are required to contribute 8% of their base pay to a Louisiana retirement system. The retirement system provides retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. Regents’ employees have the option of joining the Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (TRSL) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). ORP is also available to some part-time positions.
Accrued Leave: Unclassified state employees earn sick and annual leave in accordance with Executive Order Number JML 24-122, Rules on Leave for The Unclassified Service.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application listing complete work experience and education.
Applicants qualifying based on college training or receipt of a baccalaureate degree will be required to submit an official college transcript to verify credentials claimed prior to appointment. Please make every effort to attach a copy of your transcript or any other materials as outlined in the posting to your application if possible.
Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process.
The Board of Regents is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports the recruitment, hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment resources for individuals with disabilities, see the Louisiana Employment Resources Guide. (Download Adobe Acrobat Reader)
CONTACT INFORMATION
For more information about this posting, please contact:
The Board of Regents’ Human Capital Management Office
Kim Langlois
Employee Relations Specialist
kim.langlois@laregents.edu or HR@laregents.edu
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Government & Public Sector
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in trade commissioner jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in international trade, economics, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience in trade policy analysis, negotiation, or export promotion
- Proficiency in one or more foreign languages relevant to target markets
- Knowledge of trade agreement frameworks such as USMCA, bilateral FTAs, or WTO rules
- Experience preparing trade reports, market assessments, or policy briefs for senior stakeholders
- Familiarity with export compliance regulations and trade documentation requirements
Tips for Your Trade Commissioner Job Search
Tailor your resume for trade policy
Trade commissioner roles reward candidates who can point to specific trade agreements, export programs, or bilateral negotiations they've supported. Swap vague phrases like 'international business experience' for named policy frameworks, commodity categories, or partner countries you've worked with directly.
Highlight language skills prominently
Many hiring panels weight foreign language proficiency heavily for this role, especially for postings tied to specific regional markets. Put languages, your tested proficiency level, and any professional context where you used them near the top of your resume, not buried in a skills list.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists trade commissioner openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by commodity or sector focus
Many agencies and trade bodies hire commissioners for specific sectors such as agriculture, aerospace, or financial services. Filtering your search by sector lets you apply to roles where your domain knowledge is a direct asset rather than competing as a generalist.
Prepare a bilateral trade case study for interviews
Interviewers for trade commissioner positions frequently ask candidates to walk through a real or hypothetical market-entry scenario. Have a concise example ready that covers the target market, the trade barrier you addressed or would address, and the outcome or recommended strategy.
Negotiate relocation terms before accepting
Many trade commissioner postings involve assignment rotations or postings abroad, and relocation packages vary significantly across government agencies and private-sector employers. Clarify assignment duration, housing allowances, and return provisions during the offer stage so you're not surprised after signing.
Trade Commissioner Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most trade commissioners?
The companies hiring the most trade commissioners right now include Commonwealth of Massachusetts, New York City Department of Environmental Protection, and Department of Corrections, with the largest share of openings in New York, Massachusetts, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Openings are distributed across federal agencies, state trade offices, and multinational corporations with active export programs.
How many trade commissioner jobs are remote?
About 83% of trade commissioner openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies significantly by employer type. Policy analysis, report writing, and virtual market consultations tend to be the sub-areas most compatible with remote arrangements, while roles involving in-country representation or bilateral negotiations usually require an on-site or posted assignment.
How do you become a trade commissioner?
Start with a degree in international trade, economics, political science, or a related discipline, then build experience through roles in export promotion agencies, trade associations, or government departments with an international mandate. Develop fluency in at least one foreign language and seek out assignments that involve trade policy research, stakeholder negotiations, or market-entry advisory work. Competitive candidates typically progress from analyst or attaché roles before moving into full commissioner appointments.
Can you get a trade commissioner job with limited experience?
Entry-level trade commissioner roles do exist, particularly within government trade promotion agencies and state-level international business offices that hire junior analysts or program assistants. The most effective way to stand out without deep experience is to demonstrate sector-specific knowledge, a foreign language, and any project work, internship, or academic research tied to a specific bilateral trade relationship or export market.
What does the trade commissioner interview process look like?
Most hiring processes for trade commissioner positions include an initial screening interview focused on your international trade background and language skills, followed by a panel interview with trade policy or program specialists. Candidates are often asked to present a written sample such as a market brief or policy memo. Some roles, particularly in federal agencies, also include a structured competency-based interview assessing negotiation experience and analytical judgment.
Where can I find and apply to trade commissioner jobs?
You can find and apply to trade commissioner jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States in one place. Search the listings for roles that fit your background, sector focus, and location preference, then apply directly to each position that matches your experience.
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