Budget Analyst

Logo : Posting Number :

STA00949PO25

Job Family :

Financial and Accounting Operations and Analysis

Job Function :

Budget Administration

USC Market Title :

Budget Management Analyst

Link to USC Market Title :

https : / / uscjobs.sc.edu / titles / 142246

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 :

Approved Starting Salary :

$87,231

Advertised Salary Range :

$87,231 - $109,038 - Salary to commensurate with qualifications

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 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.

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.

Preferred Qualifications :

Master’s degree in business related field, CPA or 5 years related experience preferred.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities :

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.

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.

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.

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.

Essential Function : Yes

Percentage of Time : 20

Job Duty :

Communication

Collaborate with various university departments and stakeholders to provide budgetary guidance, answer inquiries and offer financial insights.

Essential Function : Yes

Percentage of Time : 20

Job Duty :

Ad Hoc Projects

Contribute to special projects and process improvements within the central Budget Office.

Essential Function : Yes

Percentage of Time : 20

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive :

No

Hazardous weather category :

Non-Essential

Number of Vacancies :

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 :

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Quicklink for Posting :

https : / / uscjobs.sc.edu / postings / 199033

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.