Post Award Accountant

Posting Details

Posting Summary

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Posting Number
STA00590PO26

Job Family
Financial and Accounting Operations and Analysis

Job Function
Post Award Accounting

USC Market Title
Post Award Accountant

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Job Level
P3 - Professional

Business Title (Internal Title)
Post Award Accountant

Campus
Columbia

Work County
Richland

College/Division
Division of Administration and Finance

Department
DAF Controller's Office

State Pay Range
G10

USC Market Range
MRH - $63,557 $79,446 $95,336

Anticipated Hiring Range
$65,000-$75,000

Location of Vacancy

Part/Full Time
Full Time

Hours per Week
37.5

Work Schedule

• Normal work schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:40am-5:00pm with one hour for lunch.
• Must be willing to work flexible schedule in support of office operations.

Basis
12 months

Job Search Category
Fiscal Accounting

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 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

The Post Award Accountant will comprehensively manage a portfolio of sponsored awards to ensure fiscal integrity and compliance with award, sponsor, institutional, and regulatory requirements. Provide guidance and technical assistance to Principal Investigators and departments throughout the post-award lifecycle.

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.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials

Preferred Qualifications

• PeopleSoft or other ERP experience
• Higher education experience
• Sponsored award and/or contract accounting experience

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of the principles, practices, theories, and terminology of accounting, budgeting, and fiscal management.
• Knowledge of, or demonstrated ability to understand and research, the principles of grant management and reporting.
• Knowledge of federal and state fiscal accounting processes.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex financial data, reports, and contract terms and conditions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Monitor sponsored award expenses to ensure charges are allowable, allocable, reasonable, consistent, and within budget, ensuring compliance with award, sponsor, and institutional requirements. Provide financial guidance and support to Principal Investigators and departmental staff by fielding inquiries, interpreting award, sponsor, institutional requirements and assisting in resolving financial issues. Perform accounting and administrative duties related to sponsored awards, including maintaining accurate records, preparing journal entries, and completing timely closeouts.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
40

Job Duty

Review and analyze Notices of Award to interpret terms and conditions, award restrictions, sponsor requirements, and complication obligations, ensuring accurate award setup and ongoing financial management in accordance with award, sponsor, institutional, and regulatory requirements. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records on award requirements and milestones.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
20

Job Duty

Prepare and review financial reports for sponsored awards, ensuring accuracy, completeness, timely submission, and compliance with award, sponsor, institutional, and regulatory requirements. Provide other financial status information to sponsors and support audits and inquiries as needed.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
20

Job Duty

Collaborate with Accounts Receivable Accountants and Post Award Accountants on sponsored award matters. Provide backup and intradepartmental support as needed.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
10

Job Duty

Assist in the review, analysis, and evaluation of existing policies, procedures, programs, plans, systems, and operations to develop improvements in efficiency, effectiveness, and productivity. Assist in the development, documentation, and maintenance of program performance standards, including best practices and standard operating procedures, to ensure knowledge transfer and understanding.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
10

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

Job Open Date
08/04/2026

Job Close Date
09/03/2026

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 September 3, 2026.

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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