Director of Budget & Finance

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Walterboro (SC)

On-site

USD 95,000 - 148,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid leave

Retirement plan

Job summary

University of South Carolina Salkehatchie invites applications for Director of Budget & Finance. The role provides strategic financial leadership with the Campus Dean and key officers, guiding budget development, monitoring, and reporting across campus operations.

Responsibilities include supervising the Business Office, campus shops, and IT, ensuring compliance with policies, and coordinating budget actions with USC Budget Office and external partners.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field and 5+ years of related experience.
Knowledge of federal/state laws and university policies.
Excellent communication, analytical and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Plans, develops and prepares the campus budget in coordination with USC Budget Office.
Monitors expenditures and revenues to ensure adherence to budget predictions.
Represents campus at USC system meetings on business, financial, purchasing and related matters.
Supervises Business Office personnel and processes travel, procurement, and accounts payable.
Oversees campus shop operations and financial reporting to the Campus Dean.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Budgeting

Financial systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Banner system

Job description

Posting Summary

Posting Number STA00151PO26

Job Family

Financial and Accounting Operations and Analysis

Working Hours

Typically Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and as needed by the department.

Basis

12 months

Job Search Category

Fiscal Accounting

About USC

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.

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.

Job Title

Director of Finance and Accounting

Job Level

M4 - Managerial Business Title (Internal Title) Director of Budget & Finance

Campus

Salkehatchie

Work County

Allendale

College/Division

USC Salkehatchie College/Division

Pay Range

State Pay Range G13 USC Market Range MRL - $95,423 $121,664 $147,906

Anticipated Hiring Range Salary

commensurate with qualifications

Location of Vacancy

Walterboro & Allendale SC Campuses

Employment Type

Full Time

Hours per Week

37.5

Job Function

Fiscal Analysis

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 position of Director of Budget & Finance at USC Salkehatchie provides essential strategic planning and institutional financial leadership in partnership with the Campus Dean and other administrative officers. The position coordinates complex administrative, business management, and fiscal support activities; develops and monitors compliance with annual budgets, procurement processes, auditory regulations, and campus funding plans; serves as primary oversight and manager of the operating budget. Position oversees business office and campus shop functions. Supervises employees in the Business Office, Campus Shops and IT Department; formulates and administers University Policies and Procedures; provides training in administrative/management practices and procedures.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 5 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 Knowledge of student registration and fee payment processes, federal financial aid disbursement policies and procedures, and Banner student systems.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Must be an effective communicator and work effectively with faculty, staff, and students. This position requires a thorough knowledge of Federal laws, State laws, and University policies relating to business, finance, student account, cash receipts, purchasing, and travel. The employee must be proficient in the use of personal computer applications and on-line financial applications. Must have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to deal courteously and effectively with University administrators and WCHEC members. Must have excellent analytical skills. Must work collegially with others in a spirit of cooperation.

Job Duties

Plans, develops and prepares the campus budget to incorporate needs of all campus departments and in conjunction with the USC Budget Office.

Monitors expenditures and revenues to ensure that campus units are meeting budget predictions.

Makes budget adjustments and prepares budget transfers as needed.

Represents campus at USC System meetings for business, financial, purchasing, bursar, and other meetings with community partners as required.

Keeps abreast of new policies and procedures pertaining to the budget process or other business practices.

Provides budget updates and financial reports to the Campus Dean and department heads as requested.

Supervises Business Office personnel; prepare annual EPMS; monitor employee progress towards goals; communicate and provide feedback to assist employees with performance improvement, professional development, and skill/competency development.

Supervises daily operations of the Business Office in processing travel documents, procurements, cash receipts, accounts payable, and student account receivables ensuring compliance with USC Policies and Procedures.

Oversees and approves requests for campus cards and approves statement submissions monthly.

Oversees disbursements for USC Salkehatchie accounts with the USC Educational Foundation.

Provides Campus Dean with information/reports regarding Educational Foundation expenditures.

Works with Financial Aid Director regarding scholarship awards and other financial aid related business.

The position of Director of Business Operations of the USC Salkehatchie campus provides essential strategic planning and financial leadership in partnership with the Campus Dean and other campus officials to ensure the long-term financial well-being of the institution.

Other campus projects and duties as assigned by the Campus Dean.

Works with the Academic Dean to provide budget and financial data for the annual Blueprint and Accountability Reports.

Works with the Academic Librarian to prepare and submit the annual IPEDS Library survey.

Oversees submission of the annual CPIP report, campus inventory report, and Energy Consumption Report in coordination with the Operations and Business Office staff.

Works with the Athletic Director to prepare and submit the annual Department of Education Equity in Athletics Report.

Oversees Campus Shops’ and vending operations.

Assists Campus Shop Managers in the annual year end inventory audit and preparation of financial statements.

Supervises Campus Shop Managers.

Works directly with Chairman and Treasurer on Western Carolina Higher Education Commission (WCHEC) financial transactions.

Oversees the preparation of reports and presents at WCHEC meetings.

Maintains WCHEC financial records.

Works with audit firm on annual audit of WCHEC financial statements.

Oversees management and accounting of both internal and external grant funds.

Ensures that grant proposals meet the criteria specified by the grantor or agency.

Assists grant submitters with grant proposal entry into the USCERA program.

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

Hazardous weather category

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1

Desired Start Date 04/16/2026

Job Open Date 03/12/2026

Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes

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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