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- 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
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Description
Salary: $37, $70,054.00 AnnuallyLocation : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number:
Agency: State Fiscal Accountability Authority
Division: Procurement Services
Opening Date: 04/23/2024
Closing Date: 5/14/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AN05
Position Number::
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 5
Hiring Range - Min.: $37,860.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $53,000.00
Opening Date: 04/23/2024
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Complete all sections of the state application online to include all relevant work history and education. An attached resume will not be reviewed to determine if you qualify for this position. If you indicate that you have attained a college degree(s) and you are the selected candidate, you may be required to provide an official college transcript within thirty (30) calendar days of employment. Failure to provide the required documentation within the thirty (30) day time frame may result in termination of employment.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
This role is within the Business Operations and Strategic Planning section of the Division of Procurement Services.
We are looking for a skilled team member to be responsible for the collection and control of contractual fee delinquencies, striking a balance between maintaining trustful relationships, and ensuring timely payments. The incumbent will provide the highest level of service related to status of accounts, payments, and other concerns.
The successful incumbent will:
•Monitor contracts to identify outstanding items in compliance with the contract.
•Assists with collection and recording of contractual fees to ensure timely and accurate reporting and collections.
•Make contact on delinquent accounts and maintain accurate records by answering questions and processing requests by phone.
•Investigate historical data.
•Provide thorough and accurate documentation and report on collection activity and accounts receivable status. Update account status records and collection efforts
•Provide other support for the operation of the Accounting and Finance functions in the Business Operations section.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
An associate degree and experience in accounting, accounts payables, accounts receivables, auditing, finance, insurance, or tax preparation and/or analysis. A bachelor's degree with multiple accounting courses may be substituted for work experience. An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be accepted.
Preferred Qualifications
•A high level of professionalism and trustworthiness and ability to utilize judgment.
•Ability to build and maintain healthy business relationships.
•Excellent written and verbal communication.
•Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
•The ability to work independently.
•Knowledge of the principles, practices, methods, and theories of management, accounting, auditing, banking, and/or insurance.
•Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Additional Comments
The State Fiscal Accountability Authority 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.
The State Fiscal Accountability Authority offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
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.