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Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
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Agency: University of South Carolina
Opening Date: 11/03/2026
Closing Date: 12/17/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Your application must be submitted online at https://apptrkr.com/9935862
Class Code:: UP03
Position Number:: 9935862
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: Unclassified
Job Responsibilities
Director of Finance and Budget Ops Department: CAS College of Arts and Sciences Advertised Salary Range: Part/Full Time: Full Time
Advertised Job Summary
The McCausland College of Arts and Sciences seeks a Director of Finance and Budget Operations to serve as a key member of the Office of the Dean and lead fiscal and budget management for unrestricted funds across its departments, programs, centers, and institutes. This position partners with unit leadership to develop budgets, monitor financial activity, ensure compliance with university policies and procedures, and provide financial analysis to support planning and decision-making. The director also provides backup support for restricted funds, including grants, in coordination with other budget managers. This role supports the financial operations of the McCausland College of Arts and Sciences and helps ensure the effective stewardship of resources that advance its academic, research, and service missions.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities - Thorough knowledge of budget and accounting theory (GASB, public/govt. accounting) and practice. - Knowledge of electronic data processing concepts and accounting theory and practice. - Ability to examine, summarize, and analyze detailed budget and financial data. - Must be able to plan and organize work activities and prioritize task completion according to schedules and goals. - Ability to coordinate a variety of management and administrative tasks.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications - Master's degree and 5 years related experience in business, public administration or administrative services; OR Bachelor's degree and 7 years related experience - Prefer experience in the use of USC budgeting tools (DataWarehouse, WORKS, USCERA, Finance Intranet, PeopleSoft). - Thorough knowledge of USC Policies and Procedures, state and federal regulations related to contracts, grants and procurement. - Experience with federal, state, and foundation contracts and grants.
Additional Comments
Job Close Date 12/17/2026 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 December 17, 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 Clickhttps://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsc.edu%2Fabout%2Foffices_and_divisions%2Fhuman_resources%2Fcareers%2Findex.php&data=05%7C01%7CKURTRS%40email.sc.edu%7Ceca45df616784275e15908dab2a706ac%7C4b2a4b19d135420e8bb2b1cd238998cc%7C0%7C0%7C638018727680845870%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=j6sQGvabHDZHDmRBFwMrq8P8QCuDmChuJ%2FH5%2F8hDRUw%3D&reserved=0 to learn more about why you should work at USC. To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/9935862
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
