Senior Compliance Analyst

Senior Compliance Analyst

Department: DAF Controller's Office

Advertised Salary Range:
Part/Full Time:
Full Time

From the Upstate to the Low country, 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.

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.

• 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.

• People Soft or other ERP experience
• Higher education experience
• Audit experience
• Sponsored award and/or contract accounting experience

09/24/2026

• 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

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.