Salary: $67,728.00 - $121,890.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 192452
Agency: Department of Administration
Division: Office of Administrative Services
Opening Date: 09/21/2026
Closing Date: 10/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AN09
Position Number::
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN11
Hiring Range - Min.: $67,728.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $94,758.00

Job Responsibilities
Accounting/Fiscal Manager IThe Department of Administration's Office of Administrative Services (OAS) is seeking an Accounting/Fiscal Manager I to join our team. OAS delivers key administrative and financial support to Admin and other state agencies. In this role you will assist in management of the financial activity and accounting of capital projects as a member of the Capital Projects Accounting team in the Office of Administrative Services. You will research complex financial matters and provide guidance and assistance to internal and external clients, including over twenty shared services agencies, to ensure compliance with GASB standards, state regulations, applicable laws, provisos, agreements and agency specific policies and procedures. You will assist in the preparation of year-end closing packages, assist with requests from executive management, and provide reporting as scheduled and requested. Additionally, they identify and implement efficiencies to ensure the accuracy and completeness of accounting records and financial reports by monitoring ledger activity, processing adjusting entries and providing technical assistance in a centralized location for internal and external clients.
This position is on-site Columbia, SC.

Responsibilities of Accounting/Fiscal Manager I:

• Lead and support staff through coaching, training, and performance development. Streamline workflows while implementing management policies and organizational initiatives. Foster a positive, team focused environment.
• Manage the full life cycle of capital and small project accounting from project setup through closeout to ensure correct postings and settlements.
• Provide guidance and assistance to divisions and support agencies.
• Engage in project account management and reconciliation efforts by completing monthly reporting for Admin and shared service agencies.
• Perform complex reconciliations of small and capital projects to include the review of general ledger, budget, cash/revenue, expenditures and asset capitalization as required by the Comptroller General's Office.
• Process User Access Requests for ECC/SCEIS, Business Objects, Business Warehouse, SRM and Imaging Fl Roles through the User Access Portal for the Department of Administration's end-users and any Admin-supported agencies.
• Assist in the preparation of Year End closing packages for Admin and Shared Services Agencies for statewide reporting purposes. Provide monthly, quarterly and annual reports, and assist with requests from Executive Management.
• Serve as a backup for processing invoices, deposits, billings, assets, and adjusting entries within the State's accounting system in accordance with departmental procedures, state guidelines, laws and regulations within three business days of receipt with a high level of accuracy and minimal errors.
• Perform other assigned duties.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, finance, or a related field and at least two (2) years of governmental finance experience as professional level accountant, auditor, financial manager, or a related position.
• Extensive knowledge of the State's fiscal policies and procedures and accounting system.

Additional Requirements:

• Knowledge of accounting, auditing, budgeting, and/or financial management principles, practices, and theories.
• Proficient in Adobe Acrobat Pro, Microsoft Office particularly Word and Excel, and SAP systems particularly the South Carolina Enterprise Information System (SCEIS).
• Ability to research complex financial matters and analyze financial data to prepare reports and provide team members, management, and clients with information for decision making purposes.
• Strong communication and customer services skills to effectively communicate with team members, management, and clients in a clear and concise manner.
• Position may require employee to work evenings and weekends.
• Position may be required to report to work during emergency situations and hazardous events.
• Individual must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and effectively handle requests and complaints when communicating with internal and external customers.
• Overtime will be required on occasion.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may bring a copy of college transcript to the interview. A copy of the transcript may also be uploaded as an attachment to the application, if required by the hiring department or if desired by the applicant. Please note that some areas of the Department may require an official, certified copy of the transcript prior to hiring or within a specific timeframe required by that area, after hiring. Failure to produce an official, certified transcript may result in not being hired or termination.

Preferred Qualifications

GFOASC (Government Finance Officers Association of South Carolina) preferred but not required.
Additional Comments
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 South Carolina Department of Administration 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 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
• Retirement benefit choices*
  • State Retirement Plan
  • State Optional Retirement Program

*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.
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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 or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

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Will you now or in the future require sponsorship from the Department of Administration for employment visa status?

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Do you have at least a bachelor's degree or higher in accounting, business administration, finance, or a related field?

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Do you have at least two (2) years of governmental finance experience as a professional level accountant, auditor, financial manager, or a related position?

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