What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fiscal Analyst position at University of South Carolina?
Posting Number
STA00196PO25
Job Family
Financial and Accounting Operations and Analysis
Job Function
Fiscal Analysis
USC Market Title
Accountant/Fiscal Analyst
Link to USC Market Title
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132932
Job Level
P2 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title)
Fiscal Analyst
Campus
Columbia
Work County
Richland
College/Division
College of Engineering and Computing
Department
CEC College of Engineering and Computing
State Pay Band
6
Approved Starting Salary
$49,396
Advertised Salary Range
$49,396 - $74,094
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
37.5
Work Schedule
Generally Monday – Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.
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.
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
The Fiscal Analyst serves in the Office of the Dean within the College of Engineering and Computing. This position is responsible for managing and analyzing start-up accounts for faculty, managing all internal college accounts, performing account reconciliations, processing various accounting actions, deposits, ED foundation check requests, reviewing and analyzing transactions, and assisting with various budget-related duties.
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
Experience with USC systems such as Peoplesoft Finance and HCM. Familiarity with USC policies and procedures.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Knowledge of basic accounting principles. Ability to perform reconciliations of multiple accounts. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of or ability to learn PeopleSoft. Ability to handle multiple concurrent priorities and conflicting timelines. Proficient with Microsoft Excel, experience with Access, Word, and Outlook.
Job Duties
Job Duty
Manage CEC internal accounts by analyzing transactions, determining if transactions are posted appropriately, and making corrections as necessary. Perform monthly reconciliation on all college accounts. Process accounting related actions to such as journal entries (JE), purchase orders (PO), and request for payments (RFP) for the college. Process deposits for the college
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
30
Job Duty
Manage start-up accounts for all CEC faculty. Monitor and track start-up expenditures to ensure compliance with the offer letter. Monitor and track expenditures to ensure compliance with college and university policies and procedures. Provide faculty and staff reports on Startup accounts as needed. Perform research on transactions as needed, and report findings.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
30
Job Duty
Assist with management of ED Foundation accounts. Monitor and track expenditures to ensure compliance with college and university policies and procedures. Monitor adequacy of policies and procedures regarding ED foundation transactions, and provide input on changes needed. Provide faculty and staff reports on ED foundation accounts as needed. Perform monthly reconciliation of ED foundation accounts. Perform research on transactions as needed, and report findings.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
15
Job Duty
Assist the budget staff by performing journal entries, researching transactions, analyzing accounts, and preparing reports as needed. Monitor assigned accounts for compliance with the college budget, and report discrepancies.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
20
Job Duty
Other duties as required
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
5
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
05/01/2025
Job Open Date
03/12/2025
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/184544
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 - $74,094
