Director of Finance and Budget Ops

University of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance

Retirement Programs

Paid Tuition

Dependent Scholarships

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

13 Paid Holidays (including an extend​

Paid Parental Leave

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

The University of South Carolina seeks a Director of Finance and Budget Operations to lead fiscal and budget management for unrestricted funds across its departments, programs, centers, and institutes. This role partners with unit leadership to develop budgets, monitor financial activity, ensure compliance with university policies, and provide financial analysis to support planning and decision-making.

The director also provides backup support for restricted funds, including grants, in

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

Responsibilities

• Lead fiscal and budget management for unrestricted funds across departments, programs, centers, and institutes.
• Develop budgets and monitor financial activity, ensuring compliance with university policies and procedures.
• Provide financial analysis to support planning and decision-making.

Skills

Budget accounting theory

Electronic data processing concepts

Budget data analysis

Planning and organizing

Coordination of tasks

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

DataWarehouse

WORKS

USCERA

Finance Intranet

PeopleSoft

Job description

Director of Finance and Budget Ops

Department: CAS College of Arts and Sciences

Advertised Salary Range:

Part/Full Time: Full Time

About UofSC 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.

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.

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

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

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.

• 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

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.