Accountant/Fiscal Analyst

State of South Carolina
US - South Carolina - Columbia
December 19, 2024
Accounting

Salary: $37,860.00 - $42,000.00 Annually

Location : Richland County, SC

Job Type: FTE - Full-Time

Job Number: 24-166

Agency: State Law Enforcement Division (SLED)

Division: Administration

Opening Date: 12/04/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

Residency Requirement: No

Class Code:: AN05

Position Number:: 60005223

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

Pay Band: Band 5

Hiring Range - Min.: $37,860.00

Hiring Range - Max.: $42,000.00

Opening Date: 12/04/2024

EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:: All applicants must complete the on-line State application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application nor will it be used to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

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

Job ResponsibilitiesGeneral Responsibility
Serve as an Accountant/Fiscal Analyst in the State Law Enforcement Division's (SLED) Finance Office. Perform accounting duties, particularly accounts payable which includes auditing account information, processing vendor invoices, IDTs, travel, and other related documents through the SCEIS system daily.
Specific Duties

Perform all aspects of the accounts payable function and process invoices for payment in compliance with all SLED and Comptroller General (CG) policies and procedures. Invoices should be scanned into SCEIS when received and processed for payment once all approvals are received or a goods receipt is completed in SCEIS by appropriate staff.
Process and audit Journal Entries, IDTs, Training Registration, Travel Claims, Cash Advances, Refunds of CWPs, Rental Agreements, and distribute seized funds according to Court Orders.
Audit general ledger accounts, cost centers, functional areas, fund reservations, purchase orders, change orders, internal orders, and process overtime and grant distributions to town, city, county, local sheriff's offices, and state agencies.
Research and resolve any invoice discrepancies or vendor issues. Work with vendors to enroll in direct deposit. Ensure invoices are received and loaded into SCEIS within three days of receipt.
Communicate with internal and external customers in a clear, concise, and respectful manner. Resolve vendor and employee account issues. Create and run reports using SCEIS, Microsoft Suite applications, and Adobe functions. Perform other related duties as needed.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field.
Must be knowledgeable of the principles of accounting and auditing.
Must possess strong computer skills and experience with all Microsoft Office Suite applications.
Must have the ability to complete work and resolve issues in a timely manner.
Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with others.
Ability to analyze and interpret financial data, records, and reports.
Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
Must be detail oriented.

Additional Comments

South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

SLED offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
15 days sick leave per year
13 paid holidays
State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

Supplemental questions are considered part of the official application. Any misrepresentation of yourself may be grounds for disqualification.

Conditional selection based on candidate education, training, experience, oral interviews and clearance of background investigation.

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.

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Do you have a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field?

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What was your major area of study?

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Do you have any relevant experience? If yes, please describe in detail.

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Do you have any work experience in the SCEIS system?

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What is your level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications?

Beginner
Intermediate
Expert

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If offered the position, are you willing to accept a salary offer between $37,860 and 42,000?

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As part of the application process, are you willing to submit to a background investigation to include: a criminal history check, driving record, history of drug use, employer and personal reference checks?

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