Summary

This role involves reviewing, documenting, and processing university purchasing card transactions to ensure they follow school policies and state rules, while helping departments with any questions or issues.

It's a support position in the finance office that requires working closely with procurement teams.

A good fit would be someone detail-oriented with a background in accounting or finance, especially in education or government settings, who enjoys clear communication and following regulations.

Key Requirements

Extensive knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) for higher education
Thorough understanding of state and federal regulations on higher education financial management
Ability to analyze and interpret financial data, reports, and statutes
Strong communication skills to interact effectively with university staff, state/federal personnel, and external contacts
Knowledge of accounting principles, practices, grant accounting, and fiscal processes in higher education or state government
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Experience with ERP systems like PeopleSoft, procurement, or purchasing cards is preferred

Full Job Description

Purchasing Card Specialist

Department: DAF Controller's Office

Advertised Salary Range:

Part/Full Time: Full Time

About UofSC

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.

Inclusive Excellence Statement

Advertised Job Summary

The Purchasing Card Specialist serves as the University’s shared services point of contact for Purchasing Card (P-Card) transaction processing.

Responsible for ensuring all P-Card payment requests are reviewed, documented, and processed in accordance with University policies and applicable State regulations, while supporting departments through consistent, professional service.

This position works in collaboration with the Systems Procurement Office.

Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions)

Preferred Qualifications

• PeopleSoft or other ERP Experience preferred.

• Higher Education experience preferred.

• Procurement or Purchasing Card experience a plus.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• An extensive knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles for higher education.

• Thorough knowledge of state and federal statutes and regulations pertaining to higher education financial management and ability to analyze and interpret.

• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of university, state, federal and other external personnel.

• Knowledge of the principles, practices, theories and terminology of accounting and grant accounting.

• Knowledge of higher education and/or state government fiscal accounting processes.

• Knowledge of financial statement analysis.

• Ability to analyze and interpret financial data and reports.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

• Ability to communicate effectively.

Job Close Date

05/02/2026

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 May 2, 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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