Senior Accountant/Fiscal Analyst

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 Examples of Duties 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. Qualifications Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.

Occasional travel may be required. Overtime may be required Supplemental Information 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.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. 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. 60029778