Fiscal Analyst

Posting Summary

Logo Posting Number STA00161PO24 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 $54,165 Advertised Salary Range $54,165 - $81,247 Salary commensurate with qualifications Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule

Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm, with one hour for lunch.

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Basis 12 months Job Search Category Fiscal Accounting

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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 About Benefits section on the Applicant Portal at uscjobs.sc.edu.

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

The Fiscal Analyst serves in the Office of the Dean within College of Engineering and Computing. This position is responsible for the oversight of day-to-day fiscal operations in their assigned area, which consists of performing detailed, complex analysis of account activity, analyzing and reconciling accounts, processing transactions in University accounting systems, determining needed corrective actions, as well as reporting and budget forecasting, and ensuring transactions are in compliance with applicable USC, college, state, and federal regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and 3 or more years of experience, which may be substituted by equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of University accounting processes. Experience with PeopleSoft and Finance intranet.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Knowledge of the principles, practices, theories and terminology of accounting. Knowledge of state government accounting processes. Knowledge of financial EDP systems. Ability to proficiently apply mathematical concepts. Ability to analyze and interpret complex financial data and reports. Knowledge of Excel and Access.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Responsible for monitoring budgets and disbursements in assigned college accounts. Analyze transactions for appropriateness, compliance with applicable USC, state, college, and federal regulations, and make determinations on corrective action if needed. Analyze trends in spending and determine necessary actions to ensure accounts meet budgetary expectations, and perform entries as needed. Analyze college account budgets and make budget entries as needed based on the result of account activity analysis, expenditure trends, and college budget priorities. Ensure the best and most appropriate sources of revenue are used for each college expense, and all entries are made in accordance with applicable USC, college, state, and federal regulations. Perform other journal entries as needed. Provide regular reports to management on sources and uses of college resources.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 45 Job Duty

Responsible for monitoring recurring expenditures and revenues and providing regular reports to management on revenue and expenditure trends for use in budget monitoring and development. Responsible for ensuring recurring billings are completed in a timely manner each month, and recurring revenues are received as expected. Responsible for follow up on these items as needed to ensure all expected revenues and expenditures are properly recorded according to USC, college, state and federal regulations. Produce special reports as needed using PeopleSoft, Finance Intranet, Excel, and Access.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty

Responsible for ensuring the proper execution of daily college reports. Verify automated reporting runs executed as planned and troubleshoot reporting database issues. Monitor regular budget reports and make determinations on corrective actions needed. Work with faculty on special data needs, and provide special reports as needed. Ensure all monthly and yearly reports are completed as required.

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 Job Open Date 02/26/2024 Job Close Date 06/30/2024 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant

Applicants should be prepared to provide/upload:

• Cover Letter

• Resume/CV

• Contact information for reference providers.

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.

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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Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/164692 EEO Statement

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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have a Bachelor's degree and 3 or more years of experience, which may be substituted by equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and/or experience?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• List of References and Contact Information

Optional Documents

• Curriculum Vitae