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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Analyst - **Company:** University of South Carolina - **Location:** Beaufort, SC, United States - **Salary:** $57,779.0 - $62,000.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Big Data, Databases, Data Governance, Data Integrity, Data Systems, Data Visualization, Operational Data Store, Power BI, Anaplan, Software Systems, System Testing, Tableau (Software), Enterprise Software Applications, Information Technology, People Soft, Data Analytics, Data Management, Tools for Reporting, Network Server - **Published:** August 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=bd871c90e21a4c18 ## About the Role This is an exciting opportunity for an analytical, technology-minded professional who enjoys digging into data, improving systems, solving problems, and translating complex information into meaningful solutions., Requires a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience. Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials Preferred Qualifications Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Strong analytical skills and the ability to be flexible in our ever changing workforce. Able to carry out complex oral and written instructions and to use judgment and discretion in dealing with highly sensitive and/or confidential information. Ability to prioritize projects. Attention to detail and able to multi-task. Able to understand data., Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. ## Description The Data Analyst will play an important role in supporting data-driven decision-making across Finance & Operations, helping ensure that university leaders and departments have access to accurate, timely, and actionable information. From financial reporting and systems testing to technology implementation and data integrity, this position will connect people, data, technology, and institutional priorities. What You'll Do Under general supervision, the Data Analyst will analyze and interpret institutional and financial data while supporting the accuracy, integrity, maintenance, and effective use of university data systems. Key responsibilities include: * Analyze and interpret data to support informed decision-making within Finance & Operations and across the University. * Maintain a strong focus on data quality, accuracy, consistency, and integrity across university systems and reports. * Assist with the creation, modification, maintenance, and appropriate deletion of data, records, and system information. * Identify business needs and translate operational requirements into effective data and technology solutions. * Research the technical capabilities, requirements, and potential impacts of proposed technology purchases. * Design, develop, and assist with the implementation of programs and software solutions supporting university business operations. * Understand, evaluate, and troubleshoot integrations between financial and other university systems. * Develop detailed functional specifications and work closely with the Budget, Finance, and Operations teams on system upgrades, enhancements, implementations, and emerging technologies. * Create comprehensive test cases, scripts, and testing procedures for new or modified system functionality. * Execute testing, document results, identify issues, and communicate whether functionality is ready for migration to the production environment or requires additional development and testing. * Generate, maintain, and enhance recurring and ad hoc reports using university reporting and technology platforms. * Ensure reporting deadlines are met, information is accurate, and departmental data needs are addressed in a timely and responsive manner. * Support reporting requirements for departments, divisions, campuses, and the broader University of South Carolina system. * Complete additional data analysis, reporting, and technology-related projects as requested by the Finance & Operations Office. Technology & Reporting Environment The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work across a variety of enterprise systems and reporting tools, including: Microsoft Excel | PeopleSoft | PeopleAdmin | Anaplan | University Intranet Systems | Financial & Institutional Reporting Platforms Experience working with complex datasets, enterprise systems, financial information, reporting tools, or integrated technology environments will be especially valuable. Who We're Looking For We are seeking a professional who is naturally curious, analytical, organized, and solutions-focused. The ideal candidate doesn't simply produce reports-they ask the right questions, investigate inconsistencies, recognize patterns, understand business processes, and help turn information into better institutional decisions. Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to: * Analyze complex information and identify meaningful trends, issues, and opportunities. * Maintain exceptional attention to detail and data accuracy. * Troubleshoot systems, reporting, and data-related problems. * Translate business needs into functional and technical requirements. * Work effectively with both technical and non-technical colleagues. * Manage multiple projects, reports, deadlines, and competing priorities. * Document processes, testing procedures, findings, and recommendations clearly. * Communicate complex information in an understandable and actionable way. * Collaborate effectively with Finance, Budget, Operations, Information Technology, and other university stakeholders. * Handle institutional and financial information with professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment., Job Duty Data Analysis: Identifies business needs and requirements and researches technical aspects of potential technology purchases. Designs, develops, and assists with the implementation of programs/ software and understands and troubleshoots integrations between various finance and other university systems. Creates detailed functional specifications and works closely with the Budget, Finance, and Operations teams to support upgrades, enhancements, testing of new technologies. Develops and completes thorough test cases and scripts and executes. Documents findings and sends approval to move functionality to production environment or fails back functionality for further development and testing. Other data analysis and reporting needs as requested by the Finance and Operations Office. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 35 Job Duty Data Reporting: Design, build, and maintain financial databases to support university-wide reporting. Develop dashboards and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Sequel Servers, etc.) to support leadership decision-making. Utilize computational and data science techniques to structure large datasets (e.g., enrollment, grants, and operational data) Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25 Job Duty Data Management: Oversees generation and updating of reports using Finance and other university system reporting tools such as Microsoft Excel, PeopleAdmin, and PeopleSoft, Intranet, Anaplan, etc. as required, including divisions, campuses, the USC system. Ensures reporting deadlines are met, data is accurate, and department needs are fulfilled in a timely manner. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty Maintaining: Maintains current data collection and tracking, analysis, and reporting of internal programs. Supports timely development, administration, and analysis for reporting. Supports data governance initiative, including developing and maintaining standard operating procedures and dictionaries for databases. 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