Accounts Payable Analyst

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 October 31, 2026. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to: Health and Life Insurance Retirement Programs Paid Tuition 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday) Professional Development Opportunities Job Title: Accounts Payable Analyst Location of Vacancy: Columbia Work County: Richland Department: Division of Administration and Finance Department DAF Controller's Office Job Level: A3 - Administrative/Operational Support Business Title (Internal Title): Accounts Payable Analyst State Pay Range: G07 USC Market Range MRD - $45,181 $55,347 $65,512 Anticipated Hiring Range $52,500 - $58,000 Location of Vacancy: Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week: 37.5 Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm with an hour for lunch Must be willing to work flexible schedule as needed to support office needs Job Family: Financial and Accounting Operations and Analysis Job Function: Accounts Payable Job Search Category: Fiscal Accounting Job Description Advertised: The Accounts Payable Analyst performs Accounts Payable payment request and research functions which may include posting, updating, reconciling, auditing, and preparing invoices for payment. Performs and researches the Accounts Payable exceptions analyzing and determining solutions. Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED . Requires 2 or more years of job related experience. Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials: None specified. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or other Business related field with 2 years of accounting experience. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Knowledge of the principles, practices, theories and terminology of accounting/bookkeeping. Knowledge of state government fiscal accounting processes. Ability to interpret and apply financial procedures and regulations. Ability to perform analysis of financial records. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to communicate effectively. Job Duties: Job Duty Foster an environment to provide exceptional customer service to the Departments/Campuses by building positive relationships, communicating effectively, resolving problems/issues timely, and adhering to high standards of professional conduct. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job Duty Reviews and analyzes the daily exceptions to determine solutions for clearing exceptions. Communicate with Purchasing and Departments/Campuses to assist with solutions for clearing the exceptions. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty Prepares, reviews, and audits AP Upload payments for Accounts Payable which includes auditing, analyzing, and reviewing payments for accuracy and compliance with all University policies and procedures as well as state and federal laws and regulations. Ensuring all payments is processed in a timely and accurate manner. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25 Job Duty Payable which includes auditing, analyzing, and reviewing payments for accuracy and compliance with all University policies and procedures as well as state and federal laws and regulations. Ensuring all payments is processed in a timely and accurate manner. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 35 Job Duty Assists in the review, analysis and evaluation of financial procedures in Accounts Payable for development of improvements in efficiency, effectiveness and productivity. 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 Non-Essential Posting Detail Information: Number of Vacancies: 1 Desired Start Date: Job Open Date 10/02/2026 Job Close Date: 10/31/2026 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 October 31, 2026. 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of South Carolina