What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant/Fiscal Analyst / 61143638 position at State of South Carolina?
Do you have a passion to provide meaningful contributions to your community? Would you like to be part of an organization whose central mission is helping to protect, stabilize and strengthen the lives of South Carolina's children, families, and vulnerable adults? If so, the SC Department of Social Services has the right job opportunity for you!
Job Duties:
- The Senior Accountant/Fiscal Analyst performs professional accounting and financial duties, with a focus on activities related to the Title IV-E program, specifically those related to prevention services. This role ensures the compliance with Title IV-E accounting and reporting, federal and state regulations, and efficient financial management of prevention funds. This position may also perform other routine and ad hoc reports and analyses as requested by the Chief Financial Officer or others, along with assisting with internal and external audit requests as needed.
- Reviews financial transactions related to Title IV-E prevention funds, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal and state regulations; prepares and presents financial reports to management; maintains accurate records and documentation related to Title IV-E expenditures and activities according to federal regulations and the Title IV-E State Plan; researches and interprets federal and state laws and regulations related to Title IV-E prevention funding.
- Ensures timely and accurate claiming of federal financial participation for prevention activities; continuously looks for ways to maximize Title IV-E resources, especially prevention funding.
- Collaborates with other departments to resolve financial issues and advise on new processes involving Title IV-E prevention services; assists staff with the preparation of financial reports and recommendations related to Title IV-E prevention programs.
- Reviews expenses and activates specifically focused on prevention services to ensure they align with the goals of reducing child entry into foster care; ensures that claims are properly documented and tracked for reimbursement under the Family First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA); stays informed about changes and updates to FFPSA and their impact on Title IV-E prevention funding.
- Assists the Accounting/Fiscal Manager I with the cost allocation plan and Random Moment in Time Study process to ensure all documentation, activities, and processes related to Title IV-E prevention are accurate and up-to-date.
- Prepares various routine and ad hoc reports and analyses as specified or requested by management to measure and communicate the effectiveness, efficiency, policy compliance and notable trends. Assists with internal and external audit documentation requests as needed.
- Performs Red Cross shelter duty or other emergency shelter duty/ services as directed.
Must possess a valid driver's license. Must be able to use standard office equipment to include personal computer, scanner, copier, and calculator. Experienced in Microsoft Office Suite, to include Outlook, Excel and WORD. Minimal lifting not to exceed 25 pounds. Position my require overtime at certain times during the year.
If you certify, by completion and submission of this application, that you possess educational credentials that qualify you for the available DSS positions, you will be required to provide a certified official transcript, if you are selected for job offer.
The South Carolina Department of Social Services offers an exception benefits package that includes:
- Health, Dental, Vison, 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
- Paid Parental Leave
- State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
DIVISION: Financial Services / Richland County
Salary : $52,100 - $75,000
Accountant/Fiscal Analyst (Accounts Payable Analyst) 60003047
State of South Carolina -
Richland, SC
Fiscal Analyst
University of South Carolina -
Columbia, SC
