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University of South Carolina
Finance and Operations Analyst
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Columbia, South Carolina
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Full-Time
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$54K - $80K
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Operations
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October 17th, 2026
Edtech.com's Summary
University of South Carolina is hiring a Finance and Operations Analyst. The role involves assisting the Vice Dean for Finance and Business Operations with budget preparation, financial reporting, and analysis of departmental activities. The Analyst ensures compliance with procurement laws, approves financial transactions, supports grant financial management, and collaborates on facilities coordination.
Highlights
- Oversees and analyzes departmental and program financial activity ensuring budget adherence.
- Serves as a reviewer and approver for law school payments in line with university policies.
- Assists with preparation and review of grant proposals and financial reports.
- Collaborates with Facilities Building Manager and Vice Dean on facilities matters not handled by the Facilities Department.
- Requires strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word; familiarity with finance and accounting principles.
- Must develop knowledge of USC-specific systems including PeopleSoft Finance, data warehouse tools, and Anaplan through training.
- Minimum qualification: bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and experience.
- Preferred background includes coursework or experience in finance, accounting, or data analysis with strong analytical skills.
- Position offers a salary range of $53,576 to $80,364 depending on experience.
- Provides benefits such as health and life insurance, retirement programs, paid tuition, and paid parental leave.
Finance and Operations Analyst Full Description
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
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.
Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC.
Finalists will be required to take a Microsoft Excel test demonstrating proficiency in the application.
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 November 30, 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
Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC.
Posting Details
Supplemental Questions
Posting Summary
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| Posting Number | STA00782PO26 |
| Job Family | Financial and Accounting Operations and Analysis |
| Job Function | Budgeting |
| USC Market Title | Budget Analyst |
| Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132855 |
| Job Level | P0 - Professional |
| Business Title (Internal Title) | Finance and Operations Analyst |
| Campus | Columbia |
| Work County | Richland |
| College/Division | School of Law |
| Department | LAW School of Law |
| State Pay Range | G09 |
| USC Market Range | MRF - $53,576 $66,970 $80,364 |
| Anticipated Hiring Range | Commensurate with experience within the market range |
| Location of Vacancy | Columbia, SC |
| Part/Full Time | Full Time |
| Hours per Week | 37.5 |
| Work Schedule |
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| 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. |
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| Veterans' Preference Statement | The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities. |
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 Finance and Operations Analyst assists the Vice Dean for Finance and Business Operations in preparing the law school’s budget and other financial reports. The Analyst oversees and analyzes departmental and program financial activity, ensures adherence to budget and financial responsibilities, analyzes new and existing projects and initiatives, and assesses progress toward strategic goals and objectives by creating and reviewing financial reports. The Analyst serves as a developing resource on procurement matters, providing guidance within established procedures and helping oversee law school activities for compliance with procurement laws and university policies. USC-specific systems, policies, procedures, and procurement requirements will be learned through training and experience in the role. The Analyst serves as a reviewer and approver of law school payments, ensuring adherence to University and Educational Foundation policies and procedures. The Analyst also assists Principal Investigators and the Vice Dean in reviewing grant proposals and preparing and reviewing grant financial reports. The Analyst works with the Facilities Building Manager and Vice Dean on facilities matters not managed by the Facilities Department. |
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| Preferred Qualifications |
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Job Duties
| Job Duty | Procurement and Compliance Develops knowledge of USC procurement laws, policies, procedures, and systems through training and experience. Provides guidance on routine procurement matters within established procedures and assists in overseeing law school activities for compliance. Escalates complex or unusual matters to the Vice Dean or appropriate university office. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 15 |
| Job Duty | Financial Transaction Approval Acts as PeopleSoft Finance Approver 1 and/or 2 in reviewing and approving law school financial transactions, ensuring alignment with departmental budgets and school priorities. Serves as Visa liaison for the law school and helps maintain and apply internal financial policies. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 15 |
| Job Duty | Financial Reporting and Budget Monitoring Prepares quarterly departmental financial reports for law school managers and reviews spending to support adherence to the budget and school goals. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 15 |
| Job Duty | Facilities Coordination Works with the Facilities Building Manager and the Vice Dean on facilities matters not managed by the Facilities Department, including office changes, equipment and furniture requests, renovation needs, and work orders. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 15 |
| Job Duty | Budget Preparation and Other Reporting Assists in preparing the law school’s budget and other financial reporting requested by the Budget Office and Provost’s Office. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 15 |
| Job Duty | External and University Reporting Assists the Vice Dean in preparing financial reports for the ABA, U.S. News and World Report, and university offices. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 5 |
| Job Duty | Other Duties Performs other duties as assigned based on the needs of the department and school. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 5 |
| Job Duty | Grant Financial Support Works with Principal Investigators and the Vice Dean to prepare and review grant financial information, supports adherence to sponsored award management policies and procedures, and assists with financial grant reporting. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 15 |
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 |
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| Hazardous weather category | Non-Essential |
Posting Detail Information
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
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| Desired Start Date | 11/16/2026 |
| Job Open Date | 10/16/2026 |
| Job Close Date | 11/30/2026 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
| Special Instructions to Applicant | Finalists will be required to take a Microsoft Excel test demonstrating proficiency in the application. 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 November 30, 2026. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC. |
| Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/214686 |
| EEO Statement | The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law. |
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Do you have at least a bachelor's degree in a job related field and no prior work experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience?
- Yes
- No
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Do you have a bachelors’ degree in accounting, management, finance, business administration, or in a related field?
- Yes
- No
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This position requires strong analytical and communication skills; the ability to manage multiple tasks, interruptions, and deadlines; handle sensitive information with discretion; and work effectively under pressure. Are you able to meet these mental and cognitive demands?
- Yes
- No
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- List of References and Contact Information
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