University of South Carolina is hiring a Fiscal Analyst for the Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing. The Fiscal Analyst manages internal and start-up accounts for faculty, analyzes financial data, ensures compliance with policies, processes accounting transactions, and supports budget-related duties within the college.
Highlights
Manage internal and start-up accounts including financial transaction reviews and reconciliations.
Process journal entries, purchase orders, payment requests, and deposits per university policies.
Oversee ED Foundation accounts including tracking, reconciliation, and financial reporting.
Conduct detailed account and budget analysis, monitor compliance, and assist in budget operations.
Prepare and distribute financial reports to faculty and staff as needed.
Required proficiency with Microsoft Excel and familiarity with Access, Word, Outlook, and PeopleSoft Finance and HCM systems.
Must have a bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 3 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and experience.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and timelines.
Starting salary range from $49,396 up to $78,000 annually.
Works in the College of Engineering and Computing supporting faculty and staff financial operations in compliance with university policies.
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 June 30, 2025.
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
Posting Summary
Logo | Posting Number | STA00478PO25 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/132935 Job Level | P3 - 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 - $78,000 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
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department. 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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Position Description
Advertised Job Summary | The Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing at University of S.C is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Fiscal Analyst to serve in the Office of the Dean. This position plays a critical role in supporting the financial operations of the college by managing internal accounts and start-up accounts for faculty. The incument will also be responsible for analyzing financial data, and ensuring compliance with university and foundation policies. This position will also process various account actions, ED foundation check requests, account reconciliations, and assisting with various other budget-related duties . Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 3 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 internal accounts for the College of Engineering and Computing by reviewing financial transactions, verifying proper posting, and making necessary corrections to ensure accuracy. Perform monthly reconciliations of all college accounts, identifying and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner. Process routine accounting transactions, including journal entries (JEs), purchase orders (POs), and requests for payment (RFPs), in accordance with university policies and procedures. Prepare and submit deposits for the college, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with financial guidelines.
Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 30Job Duty | Manage start-up accounts for all faculty within the College of Engineering and Computing, ensuring accurate setup and ongoing tracking in accordance with offer letter terms. Monitor expenditures to ensure compliance with university and college policies, and address any inconsistencies or issues as they arise. Provide regular and ad hoc financial reports to faculty and staff, offering clear insights into account balances and spending activity. Investigate and analyze financial transactions as needed, and communicate findings to relevant stakeholders in a clear and timely manner. Collaborate with departments to support effective use and oversight of start-up funds.
Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 30Job Duty | Responsible for management of ED Foundation accounts, ensuring accurate tracking and oversight of expenditures in accordance with college and university policies. Monitor transactions to ensure compliance with established financial procedures and identify areas for improvement in internal controls. Evaluate the adequacy of current policies and procedures related to ED Foundation transactions and provide recommendations for updates or enhancements as needed. Prepare and distribute financial reports on ED Foundation accounts to faculty and staff, offering clear and timely insights into account activity. Perform monthly reconciliations of ED Foundation accounts, resolving discrepancies and ensuring financial accuracy. Conduct research on specific transactions as needed and communicate findings to appropriate stakeholders.
Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 15Job Duty | Support the college’s budget operations by conducting detailed research on financial transactions, performing account-level analysis, and preparing comprehensive financial reports to inform budgetary decisions. Monitor assigned accounts to ensure ongoing compliance with the college’s approved budget and financial policies. Identify, investigate, and report budgetary discrepancies or variances, and collaborate with budget staff to implement corrective actions and maintain fiscal accountability. Contribute to the development of improved reporting tools and processes that enhance budget transparency and financial oversight.
Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 20Job Duty | Perform other related duties as assigned to support the financial operations and strategic goals of the College of Engineering and Computing.
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 | 08/01/2025 Job Open Date | 06/13/2025 Job Close Date | 06/30/2025 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 June 30, 2025. 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. Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/189029 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.
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