<p>Posting Summary</p> <p>Logo Posting Number STA00052PO26 Job Family Financial and Accounting Operations and Analysis Job Function Financial Reporting USC Market Title Asst. Director, Financial Reporting Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/197187 Job Level M0 - Managerial Business Title (Internal Title) Assistant Director for Reporting and Analysis Campus Columbia Work County Richland College/Division Division of Administration and Finance Department DAF Controller's Office State Pay Range G12 USC Market Range MRK - $84,820 $108,146 $131,471 Anticipated Hiring Range $84,820 - $90,000 Location of Vacancy Columbia, SC Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule</p> <p>Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with one hour for lunch</p> <p>Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.</p> <p>Basis 12 months Job Search Category Fiscal Accounting</p> <p>About USC</p> <p>About University of South Carolina</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Veterans' Preference Statement</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Benefits for FTE Positions</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Position Description</p> <p>Advertised Job Summary</p> <p>The position will direct and lead of accounting and financial analysis and reporting for the Controller's Office. Develops and maintains reports the University needs for operations, administering the reporting system and working with reporting business analyst to develop new reports, providing oversight of the University's chart of accounts, maintaining the ERP accounting structure the reports are based on, and leading process improvements through the development of reporting tools for all areas of the Controller's Office.</p> <p>Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials Preferred Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>CPA of CGFO preferred. </li><li>PeopleSoft or other ERP Experience preferred. </li><li>Higher Education experience preferred. </li></ul> <p>Knowledge/Skills/Abilities</p> <ul> <li>An extensive knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles for higher education. </li><li>Thorough knowledge of state and federal statutes and regulations pertaining to higher education financial management and ability to analyze and interpret. </li><li>Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of university, state, federal and other external personnel. </li><li>Knowledge of the principles, practices, theories and terminology of accounting, capital financing, debt management, tax, banking, budgeting, financial management or investment. </li><li>Knowledge of state government fiscal accounting processes. </li><li>Knowledge of financial statement analysis. </li><li>Ability to analyze and interpret complex financial data and reports. </li><li>Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. </li><li>Ability to communicate effectively. </li></ul> <p>Job Duties</p> <p>Job Duty</p> <p>Manages and directs the development of reports and queries that support University departments in their daily operations. Oversees administration of the reporting system and supervises the Reporting Analyst position, providing strategic guidance, mentorship, and technical expertise to report writers, and ensuring all reports are validated for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with University policies.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty</p> <p>Directs the development of reports and queries that support the daily operations of all areas within the Controller's Office. Provides professional direction and advanced technical expertise to report writers, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and effective use of reporting tools, queries, and Excel-based analysis across the office.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty</p> <p>Provides leadership in maintaining and managing the University's chart of accounts, ensuring integrity and consistency in the accounting structure. Advises departments on appropriate account usage and evaluates requests for new accounts. Oversees the sub-ledgers, and ensures compliance with policies in collaboration with the Compliance Team, recommending updates as needed.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty</p> <p>Oversees the management, development, and dissemination of University funds reports, ensuring departments have timely and accurate information for decision-making.</p> <p>Provides oversight of fund activity to confirm compliance with spending limits, appropriate use of funds, and timely reconciliation in accordance with University policies.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job Duty</p> <p>Directs and provides leadership in supporting all Controller's Office areas with professional and technical expertise, advancing process improvements through enhanced reporting, electronic forms, and advanced queries. Collaborates with all unit leaders to assess operational needs, set priorities, and guide the development of solutions that strengthen efficiency and effectiveness across the office.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty</p> <p>Provides leadership and coordination in collaborative projects and annual reporting in support of the Controller and Assistant Controller, ensuring the needs of internal and external stakeholders-including Research, Budget Office, Bursar's Office, Facilities, Financial Aid, campuses, and departments-are met with accuracy and efficiency.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5 Job Duty</p> <p>Oversees the design and delivery of training for report writers on the University's reporting software, establishing standards and resources to support both onboarding and ongoing development. Provides leadership in planning, developing, and implementing training initiatives.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5 Job Duty</p> <p>Reviews, analyzes and evaluates existing policies, programs, plans, systems, operations, procedures and documents to develop improvements in efficiency, effectiveness and productivity; assists in developing program performance standards.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5</p> <p>Position Attributes</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No Hazardous weather category Non-Essential</p> <p>Posting Detail Information</p> <p>Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Job Open Date 02/09/2026 Job Close Date 03/26/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant</p> <p>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.</p> <p>We are only accepting applications submitted by March 26, 2026</p> <p>The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:</p> <ul> <li>Health and Life Insurance </li><li>Retirement Programs </li><li>Paid Tuition </li><li>Dependent Scholarships </li><li>Annual Leave </li><li>Sick Leave </li><li>13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday) </li><li>Paid Parental Leave </li><li>Professional Development Opportunities </li></ul> <p>Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC.</p> <p>Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/202092 EEO Statement</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Supplemental Questions</p> <p>Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).</p> <ul> <li> <ul> <li>Do you have at least 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? </li></ul> </li><li>Yes </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>Applicant Documents</p> <p>Required Documents</p> <ul> <li>Cover Letter </li><li>Resume </li><li>List of References and Contact Information </li></ul> <p>Optional Documents</p> <ul> <li>Letter of Recommendation 1 </li><li>Letter of Recommendation 2 </li><li>Letter of Recommendation 3 </li><li>Other Supporting Documents </li></ul>