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Budget Analyst
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Posting Number
STA00949PO25
Job Family
Financial and Accounting Operations and Analysis
Job Function
Budget Administration
USC Market Title
Budget Management Analyst
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Job Level
P4 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title)
Budget Analyst
Campus
Columbia
Work County
Richland
College/Division
Division of Administration and Finance
Department
DAF Budget Office
State Pay Band
9
Approved Starting Salary
$87,231
Advertised Salary Range
$87,231 - $109,038 - Salary to commensurate with qualifications
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
37.5
Work Schedule
USC standard business hours are Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. , with one hour for lunch. The work week is 37.5 hours.
Basis
12 months
Job Search Category
Other Professional
About USC
About University of South Carolina
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.
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
Join the University of South Carolina’s Office of Budget and Planning and play a key role in advancing data-driven financial decisions that support the University’s mission.
- Support the development and oversight of the University’s annual and multi-year budgets, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and alignment with strategic priorities.
- Analyze financial data through variance, trend, and forecasting techniques to provide actionable insights for leadership decision-making.
- Prepare clear, compelling financial reports and presentations while maintaining accurate data across budgeting tools and systems.
- Partner with departments across campus to provide budget guidance, answer inquiries, and communicate financial insights.
- Contribute to special projects and process improvements within the Office of Budget and Planning to enhance budgeting operations.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience
Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 4 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
Master’s degree in business related field, CPA or 5 years related experience preferred.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- The Budget Analyst will have strong analytical skills, integrity, sound judgment and excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills.
- Budget work demands the production of large volumes of high quality work in relatively short time periods.
- The ability to manage the successful completion of multiple concurrent projects along with day-to-day tasks is essential.
- A high level of confidentiality is required as are strong organizational skills.
- The ability to work as a strong team player is expected.
Job Duties
Job Duty
Budget Development and Monitoring
Collaborate with unit contacts and university leaders to assist in the preparation of the annual budget, ensuring accuracy, compliance with regulations, and alignment with institutional goals. will also monitor departmental expenditures against budget allocations, identify discrepancies and work with the departments to implement corrective actions as needed.
Collaborate with unit contacts and university leaders to assist in the preparation of the annual budget, ensuring accuracy, compliance with regulations, and alignment with institutional goals. will also monitor departmental expenditures against budget allocations, identify discrepancies and work with the departments to implement corrective actions as needed.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
20
Job Duty
Financial Analysis and Forecasting
Conduct in-depth financial analysis, including variance analysis, trend analysis and forecasting to provide insights and recommendations for optimizing budgetary decisions, and also assist in long-term financial planning by participating in the development of multi-year budget projections and financial models.
Conduct in-depth financial analysis, including variance analysis, trend analysis and forecasting to provide insights and recommendations for optimizing budgetary decisions, and also assist in long-term financial planning by participating in the development of multi-year budget projections and financial models.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
20
Job Duty
Reporting and Data Management
Prepare comprehensive financial reports, summaries, and presentations for university leadership, providing clear and actionable information on financial status and trends. This position will also maintain accurate and up-to-date financial data, utilizing budgeting software and spreadsheets to facilitate data analysis and reporting.
Prepare comprehensive financial reports, summaries, and presentations for university leadership, providing clear and actionable information on financial status and trends. This position will also maintain accurate and up-to-date financial data, utilizing budgeting software and spreadsheets to facilitate data analysis and reporting.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
20
Job Duty
Compliance and Cost Efficiency
Ensure compliance with university policies, state regulations and federal guidelines related to budgeting and financial management, and identify cost-saving opportunities for assigned units and recommend strategies for optimizing resource allocation and improving operational efficiency.
Ensure compliance with university policies, state regulations and federal guidelines related to budgeting and financial management, and identify cost-saving opportunities for assigned units and recommend strategies for optimizing resource allocation and improving operational efficiency.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
10
Job Duty
Communication
Collaborate with various university departments and stakeholders to provide budgetary guidance, answer inquiries and offer financial insights.
Collaborate with various university departments and stakeholders to provide budgetary guidance, answer inquiries and offer financial insights.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
10
Job Duty
Ad Hoc Projects
Contribute to special projects and process improvements within the central Budget Office.
Contribute to special projects and process improvements within the central Budget Office.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
20
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
02/01/2026
Job Open Date
12/03/2025
Job Close Date
01/17/2026
Open Until Filled
No
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 January 17, 2025.
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
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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