Assistant Director for Reporting and Analysis

Logo:Posting Number:STA00052PO26Job Family:Financial and Accounting Operations and AnalysisJob Function:Financial ReportingUSC Market Title:Asst. Director, Financial ReportingLink To USC Market Title:https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/197187Job Level:M0 - ManagerialBusiness Title (Internal Title):Assistant Director for Reporting and AnalysisCampus:ColumbiaWork County:RichlandCollege/Division:Division of Administration and FinanceDepartment:DAF Controller's OfficeState Pay Range:G12USC Market Range:MRK - $84,820 $108,146 $131,471Anticipated Hiring Range:$84,820 - $90,000Location of Vacancy:Columbia, SCPart/Full Time:Full TimeHours Per Week:37.5Work Schedule:Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with one hour for lunchMust be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.Basis :12 monthsJob Search Category:Fiscal AccountingAbout 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: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.Job Related Minimum Required Education And Experience: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.Preferred Qualifications:CPA of CGFO preferred.PeopleSoft or other ERP Experience preferred.Higher Education experience preferred.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:An extensive knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles for higher education.Thorough knowledge of state and federal statutes and regulations pertaining to higher education financial management and ability to analyze and interpret.Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of university, state, federal and other external personnel.Knowledge of the principles, practices, theories and terminology of accounting, capital financing, debt management, tax, banking, budgeting, financial management or investment.Knowledge of state government fiscal accounting processes.Knowledge of financial statement analysis.Ability to analyze and interpret complex financial data and reports.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.Ability to communicate effectively.Job Duty: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.Essential Function:YesPercentage Of Time:20Job Duty: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.Job Duty: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.Job Duty:Oversees the management, development, and dissemination of University funds reports, ensuring departments have timely and accurate information for decision-making.Provides oversight of fund activity to confirm compliance with spending limits, appropriate use of funds, and timely reconciliation in accordance with University policies.Percentage Of Time:15Job Duty: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.Percentage Of Time:10Job Duty: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.Percentage Of Time:5Job Duty: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.Job Duty: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.Safety Sensitive Or Security Sensitive:NoHazardous Weather Category:Non-EssentialNumber Of Vacancies:1Job Open Date:02/09/2026Job Close Date:03/26/2026Open Until Filled:NoSpecial 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 March 26, 2026The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:Health and Life InsuranceRetirement ProgramsPaid TuitionDependent ScholarshipsAnnual LeaveSick Leave13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)Paid Parental LeaveProfessional Development OpportunitiesClick here to learn more about why you should work at USC.Quicklink For Posting:https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/202092EEO 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.