Administration Division Director

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The State Treasurer's Office is seeking an Administration Division Director who will serve as the Chief Financial Officer, managing the agency's budget, human resources, procurement, and facilities. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in fiscal accounting and administrative management, with a strong focus on leadership and collaboration. This exempt position may require extended hours and involves critical thinking and effective communication with executive management.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of progressively responsible fiscal accounting experience.
• 5 years of full-time supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Manages the Administration Division and ensures compliance with laws.
• Oversees agency budget and prepares detailed budget analysis.
• Provides leadership and mentorship to staff.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Management

Human Resources Management

Critical Thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Job description

The State Treasurer's Office(STO) is a fast-paced environment thatvalues exceptional work product, accountability, high performanceand collaboration. The Administration Division Director serves as theChief Financial Officer for internal agency operations and directs the human resources, procurement, finance and facilities functions.

• Actively manages the Administration Division of the STO to includeleadership of staff (7) and all other initiatives related to division program areas; ensures compliance with federal and state laws, regulations, and related office policies and procedures.
• Manages theagency budget; leads and reviews the development and preparation ofthe detailed budget analysis, estimates, and reports for internal and external documents for the STO, State Board of Financial Institutions and portions of Aid to Subdivisions.
• Oversees the planning, direction and administration of the agency's human resources, procurement, and facilities functions.
• Represents the STO before agencies and other entitiesas needed.
• Performs specialized budgetary, operational, and legislative research and reporting for the State Treasurer, Chief of Staff and Deputy State Treasurer(s) as needed. Leads the agency’s Accountability Report compilation process.
• Provides solution-driven leadership to staff with a focus on mentorship and collaboration.

Agency Minimum Qualifications*:

A bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, accounting or a related field. At least seven (7) years of related full-time progressively responsible fiscal accounting or administrative management experience and at least five (5) years of full-time supervisory experience.

*Candidates must specifically meet the Agency Minimum Requirements or an equivalent

Additional Requirements:

Knowledge of the principles, practices and theories of accounting, financial management, human resources management and procurement management. Ability to plan, organize and direct administrative and support activities and staff. Ability to formulate and implement administrative policies and procedures. Knowledge of state and federal laws, rules and regulations pertaining to the administrative/business management activities of the organization. Knowledge of state governmental fiscal and budgetary processes. Knowledge of office management and organizational concepts. Ability to interpret and analyze financial data and reports. Ability to communicate effectively with executive level management including third party professionals.

Proven ability to build, manage and foster a team-oriented environment. Effectively matches short-term goals to contribute toward longer range plans. Effectively establishes priorities. Ability to identify and recommend strategies and initiatives that improve an agency's human resources, financial, and administrative programs/systems. Must be a critical thinker who can reason through issues and provide solutions. Ability to make presentations and prepare reports. Use appropriate judgment and initiative to develop effective and constructive solutions to challenges and obstacles.

This Exempt position is expected to work appropriate hours to actively manage Division, often resulting in extended hours, as necessary. Must be able to safely lift and carry files, books and reports weighing up to 20 pounds. Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for prolonged or intermittent periods of time. Must be able to reach, bend and twist at the waist to perform filing, desk work and operate general office equipment.

A minimum of five (5) years of public sector accounting experience preferred. A Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO), and/or Certified Public Manager (CPM) is preferred.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from consideration for employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. Please submit a copy of college transcript along with completed application. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of a completed state application to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.