University of South Carolina · 1 month ago
Financial Investigations Manager
Richland, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$72K/yr - $105K/yr
3+ years expThe University of South Carolina is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through its educational institutions. The Financial Investigations Manager will lead investigations into suspected financial fraud and misconduct, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations while collaborating with various departments and agencies.
EducationHigher EducationSTEM Education
Responsibilities
Conduct and manage investigations into financial fraud, embezzlement, and other financial misconduct. Interview witnesses and subjects and document findings. Prepare comprehensive reports with findings and recommendations
Analyze financial records, transactions, and data to identify irregularities. Recommend improvements to internal controls and fraud prevention strategies
Develop and foster strong working relationships for collaboration with internal units (e.g., legal, HR, law enforcement, and Division of IT). Collaborate with external investigative entities as assigned
Develop and deliver fraud awareness training to the University community. Develop and maintain applicable resources/tools for fraud awareness
Qualification
Required
Requires a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 3 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience
Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) credential
Strong knowledge of financial systems, auditing standards, and fraud detection techniques
Excellent critical thinking, analytical, communication, and report-writing skills
Proficiency in data analysis software (e.g., Excel, Tableau, Power BI, or similar). Minimum requirement: strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Familiarity with grant management regulations (e.g., Uniform Guidance), state ethics laws, and university fiscal policies
Preferred
5+ years of experience in financial investigations or forensic accounting
Master's degree in related field or advanced training in forensic accounting or fraud investigation
Professional certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or equivalent
Experience working in higher education
Experience with digital forensics or investigative software
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
Company
University of South Carolina
The University of South Carolina is a research university providing research & education to its undergraduate and graduate students.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$5.36MKey Investors
American Heart AssociationU.S. Department of EducationJames S. McDonnell Foundation
2023-07-26Grant
2022-09-12Grant· $5.11M
2022-02-24Grant· $0.25M
Leadership Team
Scott Verzyl
Vice President For Enrollment Management and Dean of Undergraduate Admissions
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