Business Coordinator

Business Coordinator

Department: HNRS South Carolina Honors College

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.

Under the supervision of the Finance and HR Director, the Business Coordinator manages and coordinates financial and administrative operations for the South Carolina Honors College. This role oversees vendor payments, reimbursements, travel processing, supplier registration, and purchasing card reconciliation while ensuring compliance with university and state policies. The Business Coordinator serves as a key resource to faculty, staff, students, vendors, and campus partners by providing accurate financial processing, maintaining fiscal accountability, and delivering exceptional customer service in support of the college’s mission.

Extensive knowledge of MS Office with particular emphasis on Excel. Some knowledge of USC policies, procedures, and programs is preferred.

The position requires the ability to coordinate diverse administrative functions – database/spreadsheet, extensive knowledge of MS Office with emphasis on Access and Excel, account and budgeting principles including USC platforms, general office equipment operations. Strong general clerical, computer, and technical skills, customer‑service orientation, and the ability to work independently with confidentiality, professional judgment and discretion. The ability to analyze and interpret information accurately, take direction, initiate action, and work as a team member is essential.

Knowledge of grammar, composition and style. Ability to gather, organize and present oral and written information in a clear, concise and accurate manner.

Job Close Date: 03/15/2026

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 March 15, 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

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