Grant Accountant (Accountant/Fiscal Analyst - 61009164)

State of South Carolina • Lexington County, SC

18h • Hybrid

About The Position

The South Carolina Department of Public Health (SC DPH) is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Grant Accountant to support the agency’s grant financial management, reporting, and cash administration. This position plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, maintaining accurate grant financial records, and collaborating with internal program, budget, and accounting teams to uphold responsible stewardship of public funding.

Requirements

• 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.
• An associates degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field and two (2) years of professional experience in a related area, such as accounting, auditing, finance, or banking.
• A high school diploma and four (4) years of professional experience in a related area, such as accounting, auditing, finance, or banking.
• Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications, subject to approval by the DPH Chief Human Resources Officer, or their delegate.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using SCEIS
• Familiarity with federal drawdown systems and the processes involved in preparing, submitting, and reconciling draw requests.
• Performing grant-related invoicing and financial reporting.
• Conducting account reconciliations, particularly those related to grant or fund-specific accounts.

Responsibilities

• Performs federal and non-federal cash draws in compliance with federal regulations.
• Gathers and maintains all required supporting documentation for cash draws.
• Monitors cash activity and assists with reconciling cash balances.
• Collaborates with program, budget, and accounting staff to ensure cash management practices are accurate, timely, and compliant.
• Manages Federal Financial Reports (FFRs), routine grant invoicing, and other required federal submissions.
• Collects and verifies supporting documentation for all reports.
• Prepares and submits reports in accordance with federal regulations and agency procedures.
• Ensures accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of all reporting activities.
• Reconciles SCEIS grant records with federal grant systems to ensure accuracy of cash balances, draw activity, and financial reports.
• Identifies and resolves discrepancies across systems.
• Submits requests for fund transfers when necessary to maintain accurate and compliant grant financial records.
• Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned, including required travel if requested.
• Responds as directed during emergencies, which may occur outside normal work hours.
• Responds to ad hoc and spontaneous requests not addressed in the responsibilities listed above.

Benefits

• 15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
• 15 days Sick Leave per year
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children.
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available
• Retirement benefit choices: State Retirement Plan (SCRS) or State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level