Purchasing Card Specialist
Inside Higher Ed, Columbia, SC, United States
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.
Department DAF Controller's Office
Position Type Full Time
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.
Preferred Qualifications
PeopleSoft or other ERP Experience preferred.
Higher Education experience preferred.
Procurement or Purchasing Card experience a plus.
Minimum Qualifications
PeopleSoft or other ERP Experience preferred.
Higher Education experience preferred.
Procurement or Purchasing Card experience a plus.
Knowledge, Skills, and 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 on 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.
Benefits
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
Apply To apply, please visit: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/203561
EEO Statement 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.
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Department DAF Controller's Office
Position Type Full Time
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.
Preferred Qualifications
PeopleSoft or other ERP Experience preferred.
Higher Education experience preferred.
Procurement or Purchasing Card experience a plus.
Minimum Qualifications
PeopleSoft or other ERP Experience preferred.
Higher Education experience preferred.
Procurement or Purchasing Card experience a plus.
Knowledge, Skills, and 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 on 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.
Benefits
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
Apply To apply, please visit: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/203561
EEO Statement 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.
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