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Posted: November 14, 2025 (62 days ago)

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Budget Manager

State of South Carolina

Lander University

Stale

Location

South Carolina, 29210

Salary

$55,000 - $65,000

per year

Closes

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Job Description

Summary

This job involves overseeing the university's budget process, preparing financial reports, and handling related tasks like data analysis and payroll backup at Lander University in South Carolina.

It supports the finance team in meeting state and federal requirements while ensuring accurate and confidential financial management.

A good fit would be someone detail-oriented with a finance background, strong analytical skills, and experience in public sector or higher education budgeting who enjoys teamwork and customer service.

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
  • 3–5 years of experience in budgeting, accounting, or financial management, preferably in higher education or public sector
  • Advanced proficiency in budgeting software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Excel
  • Valid driver’s license and safe driving history
  • Strong knowledge of budgeting principles, state/federal fiscal accounting, and payroll regulations
  • Excellent customer service skills, attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to meet deadlines
  • Effective communication, teamwork, and commitment to ethics and confidentiality

Full Job Description

The Budget Manager manages the University and State budgetary process and is responsible for institutional financial and budget reporting for Lander University.

Analyzes data, reconciles, and prepares financial reports and analysis and assists the Division of Finance and Administration with state, federal, and agency requirements.

Prepares and responds to reports/surveys as needed. Operates as a back-up to the payroll functions while regularly completing payroll related tasks. Performs other duties as required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field is required. At least 3–5 years of progressively responsible experience in budgeting, accounting, or financial management, preferably in higher education or the public sector. Advanced proficiency with budgeting software and ERP systems and strong Microsoft Excel skills are required. A valid driver’s license and safe driving history are also required. Must have strong skills in providing excellent customer service and demonstrate strong ethics.

Additional Information

Should possess a thorough knowledge of budgeting principals, practices and data analysis. Must have ability to analyze and interpret complex budgeting, auditing and financial data.

Must have a thorough knowledge of state and federal government fiscal accounting processes and an understanding of payroll rules and regulations. Will operate as a back up to the Payroll Manager.

Strong attention to accuracy, detail, and deadlines. Ability to create detailed reporting, analyze and interpret related financial data with emphasis on confidentiality. Strong customer service.

Ability to communicate effectively be a team player.

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Posted on NEOGOV: 11/14/2025 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 12/5/2025

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-sc-5142562