Position Type: Classified
Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration: Non-Faculty
Pay Band: GEN06
Department: Controller
Job Purpose
Processes and audits accounts payable transactions including the recording and/or updating of all related transactions in the online Banner system, supporting documentation and any necessary correspondence. Assists with various accounting functions, Works in the Accounts Payable area of the Controller’s Office to process payments for a large volume of vendors/individuals per fiscal year utilizing a complex, integrated, multi-module accounting system.
Minimum Requirements
High school diploma and three or more years of professional accounting experience. Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field (with accounting courses) and at least one year of accounts payable experience preferred. Preference may be given for Banner Finance experience. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to interpret and apply South Carolina laws and institutional policies, with regards to accounting and disbursement functions, in a fair and equitable manner. Working knowledge of spreadsheets, word processing, and databases (accounting ERP system, travel management software, etc.). Knowledge of the principles, practices, terminology and theories of accounting. Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures. Ability to apply mathematical concepts. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Additional Comments Regarding Position
Must be willing and able to work additional hours during fiscal year end, during peak times of activity for the department and when deadlines need to be met.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.
Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check and credit check.
All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu.
Salary: $37,200 – $49,100*
Closing Date: 02/26/2026
Benefits
- Insurance: Health/Dental/Vision
- Life Insurance
- Paid Leave: Sick/Annual/Parental
- Retirement
- Long Term Disability
- Paid Holidays
- Free CARTA Bus Service
- Employee Tuition Assistance Program (ETAP)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Full Benefits Package – Click Here
Open Until Filled: No
Posting Number: 2026023
EEO Statement
The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu.
Quicklink for Posting: https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/17663
Activity
1. Processes and analyzes Banner system transactions involving assigned accounts, vendors, and employees. Verifies the accuracy of outstanding commitments, payment postings, draft payments. Ensures accountability & proper reporting by auditing/reconciling the online system & report outputs on a daily, weekly, monthly basis. Determines and prepares year-end accruals & related reconciliations. Prepares required reports using Excel, Word, or other Microsoft apps.
Essential or Marginal: Essential
Percent of Time: 40
Activity
2. Verifies travel reimbursements against travel authorizations and travel policies/procedures using travel management tool. Promulgates travel policies & procedures to campus on a regular basis.
Essential or Marginal: Essential
Percent of Time: 30
Activity
3. Applies accounting standards to alter/maintain the Banner system; develops methods for recording financial transactions; prepares reports for financial analyses. Uses accounting techniques to allocate expenses to accounts. Provides documents, explanations, work papers, reports to auditors. Participates in system upgrades, conversions and implementations of business processes and reporting.
Essential or Marginal: Essential
Percent of Time: 10
Activity
4. Interprets accounting system policies and procedures. Promulgates disbursement policies & procedures to campus on a regular basis. Assists faculty, staff & students with inquiries about Banner.
Essential or Marginal: Essential
Percent of Time: 10
Activity
5. Determines sales & use tax where appropriate. Posts vendor credits accurately. Advises Treasurer’s Office regarding the posting of vendor checks to the appropriate accounts. Disencumbers any remaining balances; follows prescribed data entry process otherwise.
Essential or Marginal: Essential
Percent of Time: 5
Activity
6. Follows internal control procedures for handling and creating checks. Performs check verifications & reconciliations as to vendor names & amounts. Reconciles check registers and processes voided checks from Banner system. Provides training, as needed.
Essential or Marginal: Essential
Percent of Time: 5
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