Risk Management & Compliance Manager

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); Presencial; USD 95.000 - 125.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Paid parental leave

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Vacation and sick leave

State retirement plan

Additional holidays

Flexible work schedules where offered

Descripción de la vacante

The State of South Carolina, State Treasurer's Office, is seeking a Risk Management & Compliance Manager to lead a fast-paced GRC program. You will identify and mitigate risks, ensure compliance with laws and internal policies, and oversee audits, controls, and governance practices across the agency.

The role emphasizes collaboration, data analysis, and effective communication to protect state funds. Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree and at least seven years of progressive experience in

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree and 7+ years of progressive experience in accounting, auditing, finance, risk management, governance, or related fields.
• Experience identifying and mitigating organizational risks and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Responsabilidades

• Identify, assess, mitigate, and monitor organizational risks while ensuring compliance with laws and internal policies.
• Analyze financial records and data to identify irregularities and support resolution of issues.
• Schedule audits, assign staff, review reports, and prioritize audits; monitor compliance of funds to municipalities and counties.
• Review STO data and other sources to detect irregularities and potential misuse of state funds.
• Develop and manage security plans and perform access control compliance and risk assessments.

Conocimientos

Risk management

Auditing

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

Leadership

Written and oral communication

Educación

Bachelor's degree

Herramientas

Excel

Descripción del empleo

Job Responsibilities

The State Treasurer's Office (STO) promotes a culture that is a fast-paced environment that supports high performance, exceptional work product, accountability and collaboration. The Risk Management & Compliance Manager will identify, assess, mitigate, and monitor organizational risks while ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies, as well as the agency's governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) strategy.

• Analyze complex financial records, transactions, and data to identify irregularities and assist the other State Agencies by providing factual information, technical assistance, and providing support for resolution of issues.
• Schedules audits, assigns work to staff, determines time frames, reviews and approves audit reports, and determines priorities of audits. Measures voluntary compliance of Aid to Subdivisions funds received by municipalities and counties by the review and analysis of audited financial statements. Maintains internal controls and follow-up procedures to ensure field responsibility and local government compliance.
• Use STO data and other publicly available information to review for irregularities and potential misuse of State Funds. In addition, assist in gathering information as requested in relation to the Fraud, Waste and Abuse joint efforts through the Memorandum of Agreement between our agency and the Department of Justice and other investigative agencies.
• Prepare and manage security plans and perform periodic/cyclical privileged user, user and system access control compliance and risk assessments for STO, vendors and other partners in accordance with security policies and standards.
• Supervises audits of compliance with legislative and administrative requirements, operational audits of the efficiency of STO procedures, practices, controls, and program audits of the effectiveness of agency services.
• Performs other related duties as required.

This Position Also Includes An Excellent Benefits Package

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility.
• Paid parental leave.
• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouses, and children.
• Fifteen days of annual (vacation) leave per year.
• Fifteen days of sick leave per year.
• Thirteen paid holidays.
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

A bachelor’s degree and at least seven (7) years of progressive experience in accounting, auditing, finance, risk management, governance, and/or other relevant experience.

• Candidates must specifically meet the Agency Minimum Requirements or an equivalent combination of education and experience to be considered for this position.

Additional Requirements

Knowledge of principles, practices, theories, and techniques of accounting, auditing, financial management, banking, and insurance. Knowledge of federal and state laws, rules and regulations related to the programs being audited. Knowledge of mathematical and statistical sampling techniques. Ability to interpret and analyze complex accounting and financial data, reach determine pertinent facts, reach reasonable conclusions and propose solutions. Ability to present clear, concise and comprehensive written and oral reports. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with persons contacted in the course of work including associates, law officers, professional and nonprofessional individuals and the general public.

Must be a highly effective communicator both orally and in writing. Proven ability to build, manage and foster a team-oriented environment. Excellent leadership, management and interpersonal skills. Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships and be able to comprehend and logically analyze situations before rendering decisions.

Must exercise judgment and discretion at all times. Ability to effectively plan and organize work activities and prioritize task completion to meet schedules and deadlines. Ability to work effectively with users, vendors and staff members. Knowledge and awareness of industry best practices and policies.

On occasion may be called upon to work odd hours or long hours under pressure of meeting pre-established deadlines. Must be able to safely lift and carry equipment, 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Financial Risk Manager (FRM), Certified Risk Management Professional (CRMP), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Financial Examiner (CFE), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), and SCEIS knowledge preferred.

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.