What are the responsibilities and job description for the Budget Manager position at University of South Carolina?
Posting Number
STA00246PO26
Job Family
Financial and Accounting Operations and Analysis
Job Function
Budgeting
USC Market Title
Budget Manager
Link to USC Market Title
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132851
Job Level
M2 - Managerial
Business Title (Internal Title)
Budget Manager
Campus
Columbia
Work County
Richland
College/Division
Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support
Department
SAAS Finance
State Pay Range
G12
USC Market Range
MRK - $84,820 $108,146 $131,471
Anticipated Hiring Range
$84,820 - $108,146
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
37.5
Work Schedule
- Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm
- Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
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.
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Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
Budget Manager
Are you …
- A strategic thinker who can turn complex financial data into clear, actionable insights
- Skilled at managing multiple priorities across past, present, and future budgets
- Passionate about improving processes and driving efficiency through data and tools
- Confident in advising leadership with sound financial analysis and recommendations
- A detail-oriented professional who ensures compliance while maintaining a big-picture perspective
If so, we have the job for you.
Position Summary:
The Budget Manager reports to the Director of Finance for Student Affairs and Academic Support (SAAS) and is responsible for overseeing the full budget cycle, including development, implementation, monitoring, review, and long-term financial planning. This role manages budget activities across multiple fiscal years simultaneously while enhancing processes, training staff, and developing analytical tools, dashboards, and reports. The Budget Manager provides leadership with budget updates, financial analysis, and strategic recommendations, and ensures compliance with university policies, state regulations, and best practices in budgeting.
The Budget Manager reports to the Director of Finance for Student Affairs and Academic Support (SAAS) and is responsible for overseeing the full budget cycle, including development, implementation, monitoring, review, and long-term financial planning. This role manages budget activities across multiple fiscal years simultaneously while enhancing processes, training staff, and developing analytical tools, dashboards, and reports. The Budget Manager provides leadership with budget updates, financial analysis, and strategic recommendations, and ensures compliance with university policies, state regulations, and best practices in budgeting.
Primary Job Duties
Budget Development
- Lead and manage the division’s annual budget development processes.
- Collaborate with department and unit leaders to assist in the preparation of budgets, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and alignment with institutional goals.
Budget Review and Monitoring
- Lead and manage the division’s fall and spring budget review processes.
- Conduct analysis, prepare commentary and support year-end forecasting.
Financial Analysis
- Conduct in-depth financial analysis, including variance analysis, trend analysis, and forecasting, to provide insights and recommendations for optimizing budgetary decisions.
- Assist in long-term financial planning by participating in the development of multi-year budget projections and financial models.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities 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.
Reporting and Communication
- Prepare comprehensive financial reports, summaries, and presentations for departments, units, and division leadership.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial data, utilizing budgeting software and spreadsheets to facilitate data analysis and reporting.
Perks:
- Competitive salary some of the BEST benefits you can find!
- Generous annual and sick leave accruement, along with 13 paid holidays.
- An engaging and collaborative on-campus environment. Our location is in South Carolina’s capitol city, surrounded by amenities, so you will love where you work!
- Opportunities for professional development, including tuition assistance.
- Eligible for enrollment in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
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Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience
- Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 5 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 or related field. Business finance designations or certifications also preferred.
- 2 years experience leading a financial team.
- Knowledge of the University of South Carolina’s policies, procedures, and administrative systems is preferred.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Knowledge of accounting principles, practices and procedures.
- Ability to proficiently apply mathematical concepts.
- Ability to interpret and analyze financial data, records and reports.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Competent in using Microsoft Office Suite and proficient in using Microsoft Word and Excel; ability to manage a variety of duties simultaneously.
Job Duties
Job Duty
Budget Development
Lead and manage the division’s annual budget development processes. Collaborate with department and unit leaders to assist in the preparation of budgets, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and alignment with institutional goals. Perform revenue forecasts for self-generating units and create budget requests for base budget departments. Provide budget considerations for department heads to incorporate into budget planning, such as personnel, fringe, contractual, and programming expenses. Create and update templates for easy end-user functionality, providing historical trends, forecasts, and submission capabilities. Responsible for managing the division’s budget cycle calendar and events.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
25
Job Duty
Budget Review and Monitoring
Lead and manage the division’s budget review processes, including fall and spring budget reviews, analysis, commentary, and year-end forecasting. Conduct monthly budget-to-actual reviews to identify variances, risks, and emerging issues. Collaborate with department and unit leaders to make budget adjustments. Review and submit budget adjustments when necessary.
Lead and manage the division’s budget review processes, including fall and spring budget reviews, analysis, commentary, and year-end forecasting. Conduct monthly budget-to-actual reviews to identify variances, risks, and emerging issues. Collaborate with department and unit leaders to make budget adjustments. Review and submit budget adjustments when necessary.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
25
Job Duty
Financial Analysis
Conduct in-depth financial analysis, including variance analysis, trend analysis, and forecasting, to provide insights and recommendations for optimizing budgetary decisions.
Assist in long-term financial planning by participating in the development of multi-year budget projections and financial models. Identify cost-saving opportunities 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.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
25
Job Duty
Reporting and Communication
Prepare comprehensive financial reports, summaries, and presentations for departments, units, and division leadership. Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial data, utilizing budgeting software and spreadsheets to facilitate data analysis and reporting. Communicate to division stakeholders, when necessary, on budgetary matters.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
20
Job Duty
Other duties as assigned
Ad Hoc Projects
Contribute to special projects and process improvements as requested.
Ad Hoc Projects
Contribute to special projects and process improvements as requested.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
5
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
Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
Job Open Date
04/14/2026
Job Close Date
05/06/2026
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 May 06, 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/204321
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Salary : $84,820 - $108,146