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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for platform accounting in Ruston, LA is $77,218.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $63,000.00 and $90,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Platform Accounting vs Bookkeeper?

AspectPlatform AccountingBookkeeper
CredentialsAccounting certifications (e.g., CPA, CMA) often preferredBasic bookkeeping certifications or experience
Work EnvironmentFinancial firms, online platforms, tech-driven environmentsSmall businesses, accounting firms, retail
Job FocusManaging financial data, reconciling accounts, financial reportingRecording transactions, maintaining ledgers, invoicing

Platform Accounting professionals typically handle complex financial analysis and reporting, often requiring advanced certifications, while Bookkeepers focus on recording daily transactions and maintaining accurate ledgers. Both roles are essential in financial management but differ in scope and complexity.

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Infographic showing various Platform Accounting job openings in Ruston, LA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, 47% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 77% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 21% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $77,218 per year, or $37.1 per hour.

Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst

Grambling State University

Grambling, LA • On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

Salary : $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 Annually
Location : Grambling
Job Type: Full-Time Unclassified
Job Number: 202200409
Division: Finance
Department: Budget and Planning
Opening Date: 05/26/2026
Closing Date: 8/26/2026 11:59 PM Central
Job Summary
The Senior Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst leads the University's financial planning, budgeting, and analytical functions. This role integrates budget administration, financial operations, and advanced FP&A responsibilities, including forecasting, financial modeling, variance analysis, and strategic decision support.
  • Lead preparation and monitoring of operating and position budgets
  • Monitoring expenditures and revenues
  • Maintain financial data in Banner and budget tracking tools (position numbers, position budgets, all funds budgets, transfers, etc.)
  • Process and approve budget transfers
  • Assist with month-end and year-end closing and compliance
  • Determine availability of funds and process student-related financial forms (wages, stipends, assistantships, scholarships)
  • Assist in development and submission of University Budget Request to UL System Provide guidance to departments on budget transfers and corrections with both manual and system-based transactions
  • Assist budget owners
  • Prepare monthly/quarterly financial reports with operating results and provide quantitative analysis of key variances and trends
  • Lead forecasting, financial modeling efforts, and projections utilizing Synario Forecast Modeling platform
  • Provide insights to leadership for decision-making
  • Execute a high-level of communication and collaboration with university divisions
  • Assist Director of Budget and Financial Planning in preparation of PowerPoint presentations addressing senior management on current financial outlook and key performance metrics
  • Assist in managing cash forecasting across university and functional teams
  • Promote a positive work environment demonstrating respect for colleagues at all levels

Job Duties & Responsibilities
  • FP&A (forecasting, modeling, variance analysis)
  • Budget operations and monitoring
  • Budget development and institutional reporting
  • Financial reporting and analytics
  • Student and personnel budget processing
  • University support and training
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications
Minimum:
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field
  • 4-6 years of experience in budgeting, financial analysis, or accounting
  • Advanced Excel skills
  • Strong analytical and communication skills

Preferred:
  • Experience in higher education
  • Banner financial experience
  • MBA or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field degree
  • Certification (CPA, CFA, other related designation)

Additional Qualifications:
  • Knowledge of financial principles and analyses
  • Analytical problem-solving skills, ability to contextualize data effectively and efficiently
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Keen attention to detail Able to lead multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Proactive self-starter and phenomenal teammate, ability to learn quickly, be flexible and adapt to change and organizational landscape
  • Experience in a cross-functional, highly matrixed team environment are a plus
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with Banner

Supplemental Information
Applications without the following will not be considered complete.
  • Cover Letter
  • Resume
  • Transcript(s) if applicable
  • Curriculum Vitae if applicable

Review of applicants will begin June 9th, 2026 and will continue until position is filled.
State As a Model Employer
We offer a complete benefits package to eligible employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, short- term disablity, holidays, annual, and sick leave.
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Do you possess a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or related field?
  • Yes
  • No

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Do you have four to six years of experience in budgeting, financial analysis, or accounting?
  • Yes
  • No

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