Accounting/Fiscal Manager I - Columbia, United States - State of South Carolina

Description

Salary: $54, $101,712.00 Annually

Location : Richland County, SC

Job Type: FTE - Full-Time

Job Number:

Agency: Educational Television Commission

Opening Date: 03/08/2024

Closing Date: 5/15/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:: AN09

Position Number::

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

Pay Band: Band 7

Hiring Range - Min.: $54,974.00

Hiring Range - Max.: $90,000.00

Opening Date: 03/08/2024

EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:: You must apply on-line at Follow the status of your application on-line. Please complete the State employment application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

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

Job Responsibilities

About Our Agency:
South Carolina ETV (SCETV) is the state's public educational broadcasting network. SCETV amplifies South Carolina voices, provides educational experiences, and strengthens communities while working to create a stronger, more connected, and informed South Carolina. SCETV provides national and local content to classrooms via internet services and PBS Learning Media. SCETV also provides teacher training and re-certification in face-to-face and online settings.

JOB PURPOSE:
The Accounting/Fiscal Manager I serves as the agency Controller and reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Under general supervision, the Controller provides the leadership and management of the agency's financial accounting and reporting functions, cost allocation, grants accounting and reporting, budgeting, and procurement/purchasing services through assigned staff.

JOB DUTIES
Performs complex accounting duties, prepares financial and statistical reports, delivers training to others, develops and/or manages complex budgets, and develops and documents controls for accounting systems to ensure the accurate recording and reporting of the agency's financial transactions.

Leads and executes the development, organization, preparation, and updating of complex financial statements, journals, accounts, ledgers, and reports for various financial needs within the SAP/SCEIS financial system to maintain accurate records and reports for over $40 million in federal, state, and other funds budgeted annually by the state.

Prepares and analyzes financial reports, data and records, identifies discrepancies, investigates, and recommends solutions as needed.

Prepares and analyzes financial reports, data and records, identifies discrepancies, investigates, and recommends solutions as needed.

Monitors automated financial systems, develops, and documents controls to ensure system reliability and data integrity.

Performs complex accounting and auditing reconciliations, journal entries, schedules, and reports.

Develops and manages complex work unit budgets, analyzing funding sources, operational needs, budget trends, and financial commitments.

Forecasts budget balances and recommends corrective action as needed.

Answers questions and provides accounting related information to internal and external stakeholders according to established policies and procedures.

Facilitates trainings and provides financial guidance to management and staff.

Serves as lead accountant in preparation of financial statements and acts as liaison with independent auditors during annual financial audits.

Direct the operations and staff for procurement/purchasing services for the agency.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business, or a related area.

Institutions of higher learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Preferred Qualifications

A bachelor's or master's degree with a major in accounting and at least six (6) years of professional accounting experience.

Qualifying experience must include at least three (3) years in a supervisory role directing financial accounting and reporting responsibilities; or a complex financial accounting or budgeting system in a medium-large state agency or other organization.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Strong communication skills

Experience with automated accounting systems.
Additional Comments

Equal Opportunity Statement: SCETV is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employing agency. We are committed to a diverse workforce. SCETV does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Background Check: A pre-employment background check will be conducted, and employment will be contingent on passing the background check. Some positions require a pre-employment drug test. SCETV reserves the right to rescind any employment offer in the event our review of your background develops information, including opinions of previous employer or colleagues that cause us to conclude, at our sole discretion, that you are not suited for the position.

State Disaster Plan: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, SCETV employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

College Transcripts: Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application are required to provide an official, certified copy of the transcript prior to hiring or within fifteen (15) days of hire. Failure to provide official transcripts may lead to disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Driving Record: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.

Supplemental Questions: Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

Alternative Work Schedules: Alternative Work Schedules are available after one (1) year of employment.

Remote Work: The option to work partially remote is available after one (1) year of employment if you are new to state government.

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.

01

If you selected "Yes" that you are a Veteran, are you able to provide a Member 4, Service 2-Copy, or NGB22 DD-214?

• Yes
• No

02

Please select the highest education level completed.

• High School or GED
• Some College, Certificate
• Associate's Degree

03

I understand that it is my responsibility to provide a certified official transcript within two (2) weeks of employment in the event I am offered a position with the SC Educational Television Commission.

• Yes
• No

04

I understand that by completion and submission of this application, that if I possess educational credentials that qualify me for the available ETV positions, I will be required to provide a certified official transcript, if selected for the position.

• Yes
• No

05

Have you ever been terminated or forced to resign from any job? If yes, Please Explain.

06

Do you have six years of professional experience as a senior-level accountant, accounting manager, or auditor?

• Yes
• No

07

If YES, please describe your experience directing complex financial accounting, or directing an auditing program.

08

How did you find out about this position?

• College Recruitment
• Employment Security Commission
• Job Fair
• Internal Posting
• Media
• SC ETV Web Site
• State Web Site
• Other

09

Are you currently or have you previously been employed with SC Educational Television and Public Radio?

• Yes
• No

10

If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please indicate your status (full-time, part-time, temporary, contractor, staffing agency employee, etc.)

11

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

• Yes
• No

Required Question