Travel & Direct Pay Keyer (Fiscal Technician II) - 61006117

State of South Carolina; Cayce (SC); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 days Annual Leave (Vacation)

15 days Sick Leave

13 Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Health, dental, vision, and life ins.

S.C. Deferred Compensation

State Retirement Plan (SCRS)

State ORP

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Public Health seeks a Travel & Direct Pay Keyer to manage travel reimbursements, direct pay invoices, and program expense processing. The role supports staff and budget managers to ensure timely, accurate payments and audit-ready documentation.

The candidate should be highly organized, able to handle multiple priorities, and skilled in SCEIS FV60 and standard office tools. Hybrid work arrangements may follow after 12 months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with accounting/bookkeeping experience; bachelor with accounting courses preferred.
• Able to manage multiple priorities with strong time management and organizational skills.
• Experience with SCEIS FV60 and common office productivity tools.

Responsibilities

• Audit and process travel claims and cash advances in SCEIS FV60 within 3 business days.
• Review direct expenditure invoices and accounts payable for accuracy.
• Process monthly program expenses and travel-related funds requests.
• Maintain audit-ready financial documentation and compliance per procedures.
• Perform additional duties to support department operations.

Skills

Organized

Multitasking

Proactive

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree with accounting courses

Associate's degree + 1 year of AP/accounting experience

High school diploma

Tools

SCEIS FV60

Microsoft Outlook

PowerPoint

Teams

SharePoint

Adobe applications

Job description

Careers at DPH: Work that makes a difference!

Pursuing Excellence, Inspiring Innovation, Promoting Teamwork, Embracing Service, and Advancing Equity

South Carolina Department of Public Health (SC DPH) is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Travel & Direct Pay Keyer to manage travel reimbursements, direct pay invoices, and program expense processing. This position plays a vital role in ensuring timely and accurate financial transactions, serving as a key resource for staff and budget managers to maintain compliance and efficiency in payment processing and documentation.

• Travel Reimbursements & Funding Coordination
  • Audit and process travel claims and cash advances using the South Carolina Enterprise Information System (SCEIS) FV60 system within three business days of receipt.
  • Verify completeness and accuracy of required documentation (DPH104 forms, invoices, receipts, agendas, and approvals).
  • Communicate with staff to resolve discrepancies prior to processing.
  • Submit travel claim funding requests to budget managers for appropriate allocation.
• Invoice Review & Accounts Payable
  • Review direct expenditure invoices and receipts for accuracy and proper cost allocation.
  • Process and key accounts payable invoices for both state and county expenses using SCEIS FV60.
  • Prepare and disburse invoices for processing through county systems in accordance with established procedures.
• Program Expense Management
  • Prepare Funds Reservations and claims for payment of operational expenses across all programs.
  • Process monthly IDT invoices for State Fleet, DPH Motor Pool, and other regional services.
  • Handle tuition reimbursement requests for DPH employees, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
• Financial Documentation & Compliance
  • Maintain compliance with agency financial procedures and timelines.
  • Ensure all transactions are properly documented and supported for audit readiness.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to resolve funding or documentation issues as needed.
• Other Duties
  • Perform additional tasks as assigned to support departmental operations.

State Minimum:

A high school diploma and entry-level experience in accounting or bookkeeping. A bachelor's degree with multiple accounting courses may be substituted for required work experience.

Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Agency Minimum:

A bachelor's degree with multiple accounting courses. An associate's degree and one (1) year of experience in accounts payable/accounting/bookkeeping. A high school diploma and three (3) years of experience in accounts payable/accounting/bookkeeping. Strong time management skills with the ability to meet daily and monthly deadlines.

This role requires someone who is highly organized, capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously, and self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving and task completion.

*Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications, subject to approval by the DPH Chief Human Resources Officer, or their delegate.*

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical proficiency in tools such as Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, Adobe applications, and the South Carolina Enterprise Information System (SCEIS) financial system. They should have completed professional development courses in areas such as productivity, emotional intelligence, effective communication, and diversity in the workplace.

EEO: The Department of Public Health 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.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn't impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.

STATE DISASTER PLAN: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, Department of Public Health employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.

The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• 15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
• 15 days Sick Leave per year
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
• 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.

HYBRID WORK: The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.