Accountant/Fiscal Analyst
About The Position
Under direct supervision, the Accountant/Fiscal Analyst provides financial and administrative support for the Division of Mining and Solid Waste Management. In this role, you will coordinate the administration of state and federal financial mechanisms, including Solid Waste Trust Funds and federal grants, for the Division. The position also oversees the purchasing of supplies and processing of travel requests for Division staff. This role supports the Agency’s mission by maintaining sound financial practices, administering funds and grants, and ensuring efficient operational processes.
Requirements
- A high school diploma and related experience in a field such as accounting, auditing, finance, or banking; OR A bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field may be substituted for the required work experience; OR A bachelor's degree that included at least 16 hours of accounting coursework may be substituted for the required work experience.
- Knowledge of accounting, auditing, banking, budgeting, and financial management principles and practices.
- Knowledge of state government fiscal and accounting processes.
- Knowledge of standard office practices and procedures.
- Knowledge of financial statement analysis.
- Ability to proficiently apply mathematical concepts.
- Ability to interpret and analyze financial data, records, and reports.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with budget tracking and invoice payment processes.
- Knowledge of state and federal budgeting procedures.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Division Director and Assistant Bureau Chief to prepare and manage annual budgets.
- Administer and oversee all Solid Waste grant programs, State Mining funds, and federal grant funds within the Division.
- Track, review, and verify reports submitted by local governments, vendors, colleges/universities, and schools.
- Submit required reports to SCDES administration, finance, and other stakeholders.
- Create and maintain Excel databases to track grant awards, payments, and related financial activity.
- Review and verify the accuracy of all receipts prior to approving payment.
- Perform SCEIS functions to process grant awards, issue payments, and close accounts.
- Reconcile payments, financial activity, and quarterly reports as required by SCDES administration.
- Prepare travel approvals, direct billings, and reimbursements, and assist staff in making travel arrangements for the Division.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Job Stability & Purposeful Work
- Great Benefits
- Career Growth
- Work-Life Balance
- Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children.
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
- 15 days sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
- S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available
- Retirement benefit choices
- State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
- State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
