What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant/Fiscal Analyst III position at University of South Carolina?
Posting Number
STA00150PO25
Job Family
Financial and Accounting Operations and Analysis
Job Function
Accounting
USC Market Title
Accountant
Link to USC Market Title
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/139181
Job Level
P2 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title)
Accountant/Fiscal Analyst III
Campus
Columbia
Work County
Richland
College/Division
Division of Administration and Finance
Department
DAF Facilities Administration
State Pay Band
6
Approved Starting Salary
$49,396
Advertised Salary Range
$49,396-$61,745
Location of Vacancy
SC
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
37.5
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm
Basis
12 months
Job Search Category
Fiscal Accounting
About USC
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Inclusive Excellence Statement
At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
Performs accounting and administrative duties to ensure accuracy of all department fiscal and time keeping data within the Facilities Computerized Maintenance Management Systems and the University’s ERP system (PeopleSoft.)
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience
Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience with PeopleSoft and/or other Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP)
Systems as well as experience with facilities CMMS systems.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Knowledge of accounting/bookkeeping principles and practices. Ability to interpret and
apply financial procedures and regulations. Ability to perform analysis of financial records. Strong EXCEL skills.
Job Duties
Job Duty
Oversees the review and processing of system generated journal entries for CMMS systems. Reconciles the journal entries to ensure accuracy and coordinates with facilities and campus stakeholders to ensure timely correction of any outstanding errors. Ensures appropriate costs have been posted in both systems to allow for timely billing of campus partners. Bills campus business partners and maintains receivables for those transactions.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
25
Job Duty
Assists with the recording and reconciliation of expenses posted in university ERP as book of record to CMMS. Makes corrections in CMMS to record any missing transactions and/or prepares any necessary corrections or journal entries to make corrections in ERP to complete reconciliation process.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
15
Job Duty
Creates and maintains documented procedures for all job duties assigned to the position
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
5
Job Duty
Reviews time reporting in university ERP to ensure that facilities employees are reporting their time accurately and by the appropriate deadlines. Reconciles time reporting between CMMS and ERP.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
25
Job Duty
Assists Accounting Manager with special projects as needed. Also, cross-trains and performs other duties as required to support the Administration and Finance related departments (including but not limited to capital project reconciliation, utility reconciliation, and payables submission and tracking).
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
20
Job Duty
Prepares and maintains a p-card expense reconciliation between CMMS and ERP reviewing for timely posting and accurate cost accounting in both systems.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
10
Position Attributes
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive
No
Hazardous weather category
Non-Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
Job Open Date
02/25/2025
Job Close Date
04/11/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by April 11, 2025.
Quicklink for Posting
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/183966
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Salary : $49,396 - $61,745
