ACCOUNTANT/FISCAL ANALYST

Salary : $38,985.00 - $72,134.00 Annually

Location : Richland County, SC

Job Type : FTE - Full-Time

Job Number : 60009263

Agency : State Treasurer's Office

Opening Date : 04 / 19 / 2024

Closing Date : 8 / 31 / 2024 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Class Code : : AN05

Position Number : : 60009263

Normal Work Schedule : : Monday - Friday (8 : 30 - 5 : 00)

Pay Band : Band 5

Opening Date : 04 / 19 / 2024

EEO Statement : Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures : : Conditional selection of individuals will be based on candidate education, training and experience, oral interviews and clearance of background investigation.

Please submit state application online along with a copy of college transcript. A resume may be attached but not substituted for completing work history and education sections of the employment applications.

Incomplete applications will not be reviewed to determine qualifications for position.

Veteran Preference Statement : South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

The State Treasurer's Office (STO) is seeking an inquisitive and detail-oriented Accountant / Fiscal Analyst in the Treasury Management division.

As the Accountant / Fiscal Analyst, you will serve as the liaison between state agency finance officers and bank representatives facilitating the proper recording and reporting of electronically remitted (EFT) funds on SCEIS.

You will also serve as a backup for several core functions within the division.

• Serve as liaison between state agency finance officers and bank representatives facilitating the proper recording and reporting of EFTs on SCEIS.
• Monitors, controls and records the collection of electronically transmitted Federal Grant, Entitlement Funds and Vendor Payments into the State Treasurer's general deposit bank accounts.
• Researchs ACH's received at the state's General Deposit accounts with no corresponding SCEIS entry against it by an agency.

Use appropriate state, bank and federal resources to identify correct beneficiaries and notify accordingly.

• Prepare journal entries in SCEIS to reflect cash management bank activity. Record appropriate SCEIS documents to reflect trust fund disbursement transactions.
• Provide back-up support for the Cash / Check Audit Control Desk.
• Duties include assisting with auditing of cash / check workflow documents, processing returned checks & maintaining deposit book inventory and distribution.
• Crosstrain in the monthy bank reconciliation process.
• Provides additional support to STO staff and other state agencies by the following tasks :
• monitors and processes the Department of Employment and Workforce transfers of UCT funds
• processes deposits through remote deposit capture or manual deposit slip preparation for STO staff and other state agencies
• oversees the collection of data for the Treasury Management Monthly Report
• other tasks as assigned by management
• Work collaboratively with all team members and be an active, contributing member of the team. Continuously develops and maintains a productive working relationship within the Division, the STO, business partners and customers served.
• Fully commit in all training requirements and strive to meet the goals and objectives of the assignments. Continuously reviews and updates work procedures so that these documents will be maintained in an accurate and usable manner to promote quality outputs.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Agency Minimum Qualifications* :

A high school diploma and professional experience in a related area such as accounting, auditing, finance, or banking. A bachelor's degree with multiple accounting courses may be substituted for the required work experience.

Ability to review and interpret financial data, records and report. Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Extensive knowledge of various computer software packages including Microsoft Office.

Must maintain a pleasant working relationship with bank offices and finance officers of agencies, institutions, and departments in order to expedite the reconciliation of differences so that timely deposits can be made to enhance the effectiveness of a sound cash management program for State government.

Employee must be able to handle confidential material. Must be able to lift and move boxes short distances.

Candidates must specifically meet the Agency Minimum Requirements or an equivalent combination of education and experience to be considered for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of SCEIS Accounts Receivable.

Knowledge of the principles, practices, theories, and terminology of accounting, auditing, banking, budgeting, and financial management.

Knowledge of state government fiscal and accounting processes. Ability to proficiently apply mathematical concepts. Ability to interpret and analyze financial data, records, and reports.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Additional Comments

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from consideration for employment.

Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work / salary history and education. Please submit a copy of college transcript along with completed application.

A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed in lieu of a completed state application to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options;

and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note : The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type.

For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Anymisrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment.

Please completethe State application to include all current and previous work / salary history andeducation. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant hasmet the qualifications for the position.

I acknowledge, per the statement above, that failure to complete all parts of the official application, including supplemental questions, will result in my disqualification from consideration for employment.

Tell us what you know about the SC Office of the State Treasurer and its operations.

Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position : A high school diploma and professional experience in a related field such as accounting, auditing, finance and / or banking.

A bachelor's degree with multiple accounting courses may be substituted for the required work experience.

If you answered Yes to question # 3, please briefly list (Typed answer required) : *Typeof degree, *Number of years of related experience, *Position Titles.

If you answered No to question # 3 but feel you meet the minimum requirementsthrough equivalency, (i.e. 1 year education 1 year related experience), please brieflylist below (Typed answer required) : *Type of Degree, *Number of years of related experience, *Position Titles.

Do you have experience working with or converting to SAP and / or SCEIS system?

Briefly describe any experience with automated accounting systems and or financial reporting systems.

Briefly describe your accounting, finance and / or banking experience.

Please list examples of work that you have developed using MS Excel. Also, list the nameof the worksheet / spreadsheet and how it was used as a reporting tool.

What is your current salary?

What is your preferred salary (your answer should mirror your preferred salary on the front page of your application)?

Required Question