Budget Analyst

Must be able to work a flexible schedule, if needed, to meet the needs of the department.

Basis: 12 months

Job Search Category: Fiscal Accounting

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Advertised Job Summary:

Under limited supervision and reporting to the Senior Director of Human Resources and Finance in Talent and Administrative Services (TAS), the Budget Analyst supports the Division’s fiscal operations by ensuring accurate financial transaction processing, monitoring budgets and expenditures, and contributing to strategic financial planning. The position assists in the responsibility of reconciling financial reports and account activity, processing employee reimbursements and invoice payments, tracking fiscal activity through university and Foundation financial systems, and supporting purchasing, receiving, procurement card management, and contract administration. Working collaboratively across the Division, the Budget Analyst assists with onboarding and departmental initiatives while ensuring fiscal accountability, compliance with university policies and procedures, and the highest standards of confidentiality and discretion.

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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Must have above average skills with Microsoft Professional Package, (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Also, familiarity with USC policies, procedures and systems would be beneficial.
• Must be flexible within work responsibilities and work irregular hours to meet the needs of the department.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint. Ability to present information concisely and effectively, both verbally and in writing. Must have experience in working with diverse situations and people.
• Exercise discretion in interpreting and applying office policies and procedures. Must be able to work with some autonomy. Exercise administrative judgment and assumes responsibility for decisions and results. Ability to lead others and work within a team setting. Must have or be able to quickly acquire knowledge of the University’s system structure, policies and procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with university partners/offices, vendors to include faculty, staff, students, retirees, volunteers and alumni to complete communication projects. Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Provides a high level of customer service and comfortably interacts with internal and external constituencies. Must be flexible within work responsibilities and work irregular hours.

Job Duty:

Actively provide financial and administrative support to ensure effective fiscal operations. Processes invoices, payments, purchase requisitions, payment requests, and sole-source procurements in a timely and accurate manner while ensuring compliance with University purchasing policies and procedures. Monitors financial reports, account activity, and expenditures to verify proper coding, maintain budget compliance, and support fiscal accountability. Assists with the administration of contracts and service agreements, including coordinating approval processes and facilitating contract routing to the appropriate legal offices. Collaborates with managers and team members to support budgetary requirements, track procurement activities, review financial transactions for compliance with University, State, and Federal regulations, assist with year-end fiscal activities, and help ensure departments operate within approved budget allocations.

Essential Function: Yes

Percentage of Time: 35

Job Duty:

Supports the Division’s budget planning and fiscal operations by working collaboratively with team members to advance annual priorities and initiatives. Assists in monitoring financial transactions to ensure expenditures are accurately charged to the appropriate accounts and funding sources, including state appropriated (A-Funds), Educational Foundation, and R-Fund accounts. Identifies and communicates fiscal discrepancies, budget concerns, and potential account overages to leadership. Collaborates with the Senior Director of Human Resources and Finance and Senior Budget Analyst, AVP for TAS and other team members to support budget allocation management, financial analysis, expenditure projections, and budget forecasting. Provides day-to-day budgetary and fiscal support, assists with resolving financial issues, and communicates relevant university policies, procedures, and fiscal updates to managers and Division staff to promote compliance and effective financial stewardship.

Essential Function: Yes

Percentage of Time: 25

Job Duty:

Provides financial oversight and administrative support for designated project accounts by monitoring expenditures, processing payments, and ensuring the accurate and timely recording of financial transactions. Coordinates with current and prospective vendors, assisting with supplier setup and maintaining positive vendor relationships. Processes invoices, payment requests, purchase requisitions, and Foundation workflow requests to facilitate timely payments and reimbursements through University and Foundation financial systems. Maintains tracking tools and financial reports to monitor upcoming expenses, verify correct account postings, and identify potential budget overages. Serves as a liaison with the Bursar’s Office to support deposits and other financial transactions on behalf of the Division, ensuring compliance with established fiscal policies and procedures.

Essential Function: Yes

Percentage of Time: 25

Job Duty:

Provides travel and reimbursement support for University Development programs by initiating and processing Travel Authorizations, Travel Expense Reports, Foundation check requests, and other reimbursement and payment transactions. Reviews, tracks, and monitors travel-related expenditures and reimbursement requests through University and Foundation financial systems to ensure accuracy, timely processing, and compliance with applicable policies and procedures. Conducts detailed reviews of travel and financial documentation to verify appropriate approvals, supporting documentation, and adherence to University fiscal guidelines.

Essential Function: Yes

Percentage of Time: 10

Job Duty:

Supports divisional operations by assisting with the onboarding of new employees and providing training and guidance to new development staff to ensure a smooth transition into their roles. Participates in staff meetings, professional development programs, and training workshops to maintain knowledge of University policies, procedures, and best practices. Collaborates with team members on departmental initiatives and provide administrative and operational support as needed. Performs other related duties and special projects assigned to support the mission and objectives of the Division.

Essential Function: Yes

Percentage of Time: 5

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive: No

Hazardous weather category: Non-Essential

Number of Vacancies: 1

Job Open Date: 10/02/2026

Job Close Date: 10/19/2026

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 October 19, 2026.

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

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