Business Manager

Posting Details

Posting Summary


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Posting Number
STA00322PO26


Job Family
Business Operations


Job Function
Grants Administration


USC Market Title
Grants Administrator


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Job Level
P4 - Professional


Business Title (Internal Title)
Business Manager


Campus
Columbia


Work County
Richland


College/Division
Division of Academic Affairs and Provost


Department
PROV Civil Rights Center


State Pay Range
G11


USC Market Range
MRI - $69,913 $87,391 $104,870


Anticipated Hiring Range
$69,920 - $104,860


Location of Vacancy
Columbia, SC


Part/Full Time
Full Time


Hours per Week
37.5


Work Schedule


9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday.

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Basis
12 months


Job Search Category
Fiscal Accounting

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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 Business Manager will be responsible for integrating grants administration, budget management, and strategic financial planning to support the Center for Civil Rights History and Research. The position will manage the administration of the grants and sponsored programs, develop and manage an integrated budget for the Center, oversee the financial planning related to facilities operations, and supervise an administrative assistant to support the role.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience


Requires a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 4 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


7 or more years of experience in grant administration, business management, public administration, human resources, or administrative services, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and/or experience. Demonstrated expertise in grant accounting is highly preferred, including budget development and management, procurement, travel, and human resources activities and systems. Self-motivated and detail-oriented individual who has experience with USC financial systems such as PeopleSoft Payroll and Finance, Finance Intranet, and USCeRA preferred. Experience working with non-profits and government organizations, particularly in grant-funded environments, is strongly preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities


Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat. Understanding of federal grant/contract regulations and procedures, basic accounting and financial management principles. Organizational skills and time management skills needed to meet deadlines. Analytical skills needed to make accurate decisions and to identify areas in which spending can be reduced. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to relate to a diverse audience. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, administrators, staff, and sponsoring agency personnel.

Job Duties


Job Duty

Grants and Sponsored Programs Administration (Pre- and Post-Award)
• Manage pre- and post-award administration for multi-million-dollar cooperative agreements, ensuring alignment with approved project plans, budgets, and funding requirements.
• Coordinate award setup and ensure proper allocation of funds and monitor expenditures for allowability, allocability, and compliance with sponsor terms and institutional policies.
• Track budgets and expenses and prepare projections for all sponsored accounts; Analyze complex information (e.g., federal regulatory guidance and financial data to identify potential challenges and propose courses of action to Center leadership.
• Lead the financial closeout process, including final reconciliation of expenses and verification of outstanding obligations for Center programs, initiatives, and sponsorships.
• Prepare and submit required financial reports to funding agencies and university stakeholders

Essential Function
Yes


Percentage of Time
40


Job Duty

Budget Development and Financial Management
• With input from Center leadership, lead the development and management of the Center's operational budget and manage all Center accounts, including multiple federal cooperative agreements, university/state, ED foundation and other private funding sources.
• Analyze and project the strategic use of funds to strengthen infrastructure, programming capacity, and support long-term financial sustainability.
• Monitor expenditures; reconcile monthly accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare financial reports for internal leadership, funders, and donors. Identify risks, funding gaps, and reallocation opportunities; recommend adjustments to leadership.
• Maintain current knowledge and ensure compliance with federal, state, and university fiscal policies and reporting standards.

Essential Function
Yes


Percentage of Time
25


Job Duty

Facilities and Capital Resource Management
• Oversee financial planning and budget management related to facilities operations, maintenance, renovations, and capital projects.
• Coordinate with university facilities, construction management, and external contractors and participate in meetings to ensure projects align with approved budgets and funding requirements.
• Monitor facilities-related expenditures for compliance with funding terms and institutional policies.
• Support space planning to maintain safe, functional, and sustainable operations.

Essential Function
Yes


Percentage of Time
15


Job Duty

Supervision of Fiscal Operations
• Supervise the Administrative Assistant who supports this role in processing accounting transactions, including purchasing, travel and reimbursements, expense reporting, invoice processing, vendor setup and payments, purchase orders, and other routine fiscal support activities.
• Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with institutional policies and procedures.
• Maintain complete and accurate accounting records and support documentation for all financial transactions

Essential Function
Yes


Percentage of Time
15


Job Duty

Misc

Seek professional development opportunities and contribute to the overall success of the Center for Civil Rights History and Research by performing additional duties as assigned.

Essential Function
No


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
07/06/2026


Job Open Date
05/08/2026


Job Close Date
06/19/2026


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 June 19, 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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