Senior Accountant/Fiscal Analyst

State of South Carolina; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

Retirement plan options (SCRS/ORP)

Paid holidays and parental leave

Job summary

The SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD) is seeking a Senior Accountant/Fiscal Analyst to manage grant accounting, budgeting, and financial oversight for state grant programs. The role supports the Office of Mental Health at the Central Office, Cayce, SC, and collaborates with program managers to ensure compliance and timely reporting.

It requires a strong foundation in accounting, grant administration, and experience with SCEIS systems; bilingual

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with accounting courses may substitute for the required work experience.
• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish are a plus.
• Occasional travel may be required; overtime may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional grant accounting duties and oversee grant programs.
• Complete monthly cash management reconciliation and related journal entries.
• Prepare and submit required documents to the Executive Budget Office and set up grants in SCEIS.
• Load grant budgets by grant, cost center, and expenditure line, monitor forecasts.
• Review grants for indirect cost provisions and verify balances with agencies.
• Prepare federal financial and programmatic reports as required.

Skills

Accounting

Grant accounting

Budgeting

Financial reporting

SCEIS knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Tools

SCEIS grant module

GR-100 forms

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join our team at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD) where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking an Senior Accountant/Fiscal Analyst, who is motivated to help individuals and families navigate life's challenges and achieve long-term wellness. If you want to use your skills to build a healthier, more resilient community, we encourage you to apply.

This position is located at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) - Office of Mental Health, Central Office, 400 Otarre Parkway Cayce, SC 29033.

As the Senior Accountant/Fiscal Analyst, under general supervision, this position will perform professional grant accounting duties, maintain and provide all financial oversight related to grant programs.

Responsibilities For The Accountant-Fiscal Analyst Include

• Complete monthly Cash Management reconciliation and journal entries as required to follow rules and regulations, balance to cash, expenditures and revenue within the SCEIS grant module to authorized and awarded budget. Reconcile all payroll positions monthly and prepare any journal entries related.
• Prepare and submit all required documentation to the Executive Budget Office including GR-100 forms to satisfy federal project review requirements. Set up grant within SCEIS grant module and maintain Grant Derivation List.
• Work closely with center administrators in preparing various budget analyses and calculates and initiates budget adjustments. Load grant budgets by grant, cost center, and expenditure line monitoring and aligning as necessary to forecast requests and changes.
• Approve SRM documents, contracts and purchases for awarded grants. Loads and adjusts budget per grant authorized budget. Using SCEIS and grantor websites, prepare and post drawdowns from grantors in accordance with state and federal rules and regulations. Set up grant and master data within the grant module in SCEIS.
• Review grants for indirect cost provisions and updates each grant I/C table. Verify account balances with both the granting agency and SAP before closing grants.
• Assist Program Managers in submitting grant proposals and applications. Prepare budget and packages grant application per the NOFO for submission through related online websites.
• Serve as Principal Investigator for budget guidelines, revenue collection process, contract approvals and compliance rules and regulations pertaining to grants. Submit all carryforward and no cost extensions to grantor.
• Prepare and submit federal financial reports as required by assigned federal grant. Submit programmatic reports, if needed. Prepares internal and external reporting.
• Help prepare and review all grant closing packages required by the SC Comptroller General's Office, and State Auditor's Office. This includes the Schedule of Federal Financial Assistance and the Grants/Contributions Closing Packages.
• Work with state and federal auditors as needed. Assists in sub recipient monitoring

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• A high school diploma and professional experience in a related area such as accounting, auditing, finance, or commercial lending. A bachelor's degree with multiple accounting courses may be substituted for the required work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.
• Occasional travel may be required. Overtime may be required

Post Hire, Employees Must

• Have knowledge of the principles, practices, theories and terminology of accounting, budgeting, or financial management.
• Knowledge of electronic accounting systems, including SCEIS, preferred. Extensive knowledge of grants accounting and management to include, grantor relationships, financial reporting, programmatic reporting, OMB/CFR circulars/regulations, and knowledge of indirect cost principles and their application.
• Extensive knowledge of state government and federal accounting procedures.
• Employee must have the ability to work independently and analyze grant accounts and resolve issues as they arise.

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities 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 Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
• Retirement benefit choices *
• State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
• State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)
• Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.

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.