South Carolina Voucher Supervisor / 61015652

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

15 days annual leave

15 days sick leave

13 paid holidays

Paid Parental Leave

State Retirement Plan

Deferred Compensation

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Social Services is seeking a Voucher Supervisor to manage the childcare voucher payment system staff, ensuring accurate and timely payments in line with federal, state, and agency guidelines. The role includes training, mentoring, and supporting staff to promote strong performance and professional growth.

Key responsibilities involve supervising staff who handle payments, resolving policy issues with agency personnel and vendors, and coordinating system

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, business, or related field and two (2) years of professional experience in a related area such as accounting business administration, finance, auditing, or budgeting.
• A Master’s Degree or higher in accounting, business, or related field may be substituted for required work experience.
• At least three years of supervisory experience preferred. Must have a sound working knowledge of the fundamentals of accounting as well as knowledge or ability to quickly learn SC state government accounting processes and systems.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have access to and be able to operate a motor vehicle. Individuals must comply with necessary field work assignments.
• 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 a job offer.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff who process payments and respond to provider inquiries.
• Work with agency personnel and vendors to resolve issues and interpret policies.
• Coordinate system maintenance for efficient transaction processing.
• Process Foster Care overpayment recoupments and assist Accounts Payable leadership with reviewing and releasing payments.
• Monitor payment processing error files, manage provider enrollment and updates for direct deposit.
• Generate and balance monthly childcare claims and payment reports, assist with year-end reporting.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or related field

Master’s Degree or higher in accounting, business, or related field may be substituted for required work experience

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Do you have a passion to provide meaningful work in the community? Would you like to be part of an organization whose central mission is helping to protect, stabilize and strengthen the lives of children, families, and vulnerable adults? Then the South Carolina Department of Social Services has the right job opportunity for you.

Job Duties

The South Carolina Voucher Supervisor manages the South Carolina Childcare Voucher payment system staff to ensure childcare provider payments are processed accurately and on time in accordance with federal, state, and agency guidelines. The role also provides training, mentoring, and support to staff to promote strong performance and professional growth.

Key responsibilities include supervising staff who process payments and respond to provider inquiries, working with agency personnel and vendors to resolve issues and interpret policies, and coordinating system maintenance for efficient transaction processing. The position also processes Foster Care overpayment recoupments and assists Accounts Payable leadership with reviewing and releasing payments.

Additional duties include monitoring payment processing error files, managing provider enrollment and updates for direct deposit, generating and balancing monthly childcare claims and payment reports, assisting with year-end reporting, and performing other related tasks as assigned.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

A Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, business, or related field and two (2) years of professional experience in a related area such as accounting business administration, finance, auditing, or budgeting.

A Master’s Degree or higher in accounting, business, or related field may be substituted for required work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

At least three years of supervisory experience preferred. Must have a sound working knowledge of the fundamentals of accounting as well as knowledge or ability to quickly learn SC state government accounting processes and systems.

Must possess a valid driver’s license and have access to and be able to operate a motor vehicle. Individuals must comply with necessary field work assignments.

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 a job offer.

Benefits

• 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
• Paid Parental Leave
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

DIVISION:

Financial Services / Richland County

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.