Senior Compliance Analyst

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Logo Posting Number STA00648PO26 Job Family Financial and Accounting Operations and Analysis Job Function Compliance USC Market Title Senior Compliance Accountant Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/139510 Job Level P3 - Professional Business Title (Internal Title) Senior Compliance Analyst Campus Columbia Work County Richland College/Division Division of Administration and Finance Department DAF Controller's Office State Pay Range G11 USC Market Range MRI - $71,310 $89,137 $106,965 Anticipated Hiring Range $71,500 - $75,000 Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule

• Standard work schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:30am - 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 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

The Senior Compliance Analyst is responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable institutional, state, and federal regulatory requirements through monitoring and researching compliance matters and implementing applicable policies within the University 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.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials Preferred Qualifications

• PeopleSoft or other ERP experience
• Higher education experience
• Audit 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 federal and state fiscal accounting processes and regulatory matters.
• Knowledge of or demonstrated ability to understand higher education and state government fiscal accounting processes
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex financial data and reports.
• Detail oriented, with the ability to plan, organize, and prioritize effectively.
• Ability to problem-solve and research effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both verbal and written.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Oversees critical aspects of the sponsored award compliance function, ensuring adherence to state and federal laws and regulations, including Uniform Guidance, and directing the institution's time and effort reporting process.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25 Job Duty

Leads components of the subrecipient monitoring and invoicing function, ensuring compliance with federal regulations through risk assessments, desk reviews, ongoing

evaluation of subrecipient performance, and identification and mitigation of compliance risks.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25 Job Duty

Monitors regulatory reporting requirements and coordinates and prepares required reports to ensure accurate, timely, and complete submission in accordance with applicable institutional, state, and federal requirements.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty

Monitors other compliance matters as assigned to ensure adherence to all institutional, state, and federal regulatory requirements and University policies. Researches, analyzes, and resolves complex inquiries, providing informed guidance and identifying appropriate solutions based on applicable policies, regulations, and institutional requirements.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job Duty

Reviews, analyzes, and evaluates existing policies, procedures, programs, plans, systems, and operations to develop improvements in efficiency, effectiveness, and productivity. Assists with developing, documenting, and maintaining compliance policies and procedures, including best practices and standard operating procedures.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15

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 08/25/2026 Job Close Date 09/24/2026 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 24, 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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Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/212259 EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • 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?
• Yes
• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• List of References and Contact Information

Optional Documents