Accounting/Fiscal Manager I - Financial Planning Analyst - STIP Business Analyst (61031642)

State of South Carolina

$80K — $119K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business or related field.
  • 3.5 years of relevant professional experience in accounting, auditing, finance, or banking.
  • Valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.
  • Strong analytical skills to interpret complex financial data.
  • Familiarity with federal and state revenue restrictions and transportation funding policies.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the STIP Business Analyst managing all financial components of the STIP.
  • Review and approve budgetary amendments for STIP, ensuring adherence to budget allocations.
  • Update the STIP annually with program budgets and associated projects.
  • Coordinate with Program Managers and MPO/COG planners on budget and financial planning issues.
  • Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations related to STIP.
  • Provide guidance on funding authorizations and advance construction use.
  • Assist in the development and management of the new STIP Window.

Benefits

  • Health and dental insurance coverage, including wellness benefits.
  • Various retirement plan options, including both defined benefit and defined contribution plans.
  • Paid vacation and sick leave, along with flexible work schedule options.
  • Tuition assistance and discounts on travel and purchases available.
  • Eligibility for telecommuting and work-life balance programs.
Full Job Description
Salary: $80,000.00 - $119,500.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 192026
Agency: Department of Transportation-Headquarters
Opening Date: 08/24/2026
Closing Date: 9/6/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AN09
Position Number::
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN11
Hiring Range - Min.: $80,000.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $119,500.00

Job Responsibilities

Serve as STIP Business Analyst. Manage and plan all accounting, budgeting and financial components of the Statewide Transportation Improvement Plan (STIP) and ensure all programs and project budgets align with the Consolidated Plan and cash management activities.

Manages and plan all accounting, budgeting and financial components of the Statewide Transportation Improvement Plan (STIP) and ensure all programs and project budgets align with the Consolidated Plan. Review and approve all budgetary amendments and corrections to the STIP and verify all fall within annual budget allocations. Update STIP with all program budgets and associated projects on an annual basis. Interprets and analyze complex financial data and reports to identify any budget overages and coordinates with STIP Financial Manager.

Coordinates with Program Managers and MPO/COG Regional Planners to address issues related to program budget and financial planning. Notify the respective Program Manager and MPO/COG Regional Planner, for coordination and correction with the MPO/COG Transportation Improvement Program (TIPs). Serves as agency's liaison for providing program budget information to MPO/COG representatives. Provide support to the state MPOs and COGs to ensure that projects meet all federal requirements, communicate transportation goals and identify future priorities.

Ensures compliance with all relevant federal and state revenue restrictions as they pertain to the STIP. Ensure all federal STIP entries for programs, projects, and lump sum items are in accordance with Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and other federal policies, law, and regulations. Provide guidance to Program Managers and MPO/COG Regional Planners on funding authorizations, obligations/de-obligations, and use of advance construction. Implements creative methodologies for achieving agency goals and objectives while remaining financially compliant.

Assists in the development of a new STIP Window, review and approve all budgetary amendments and corrections to the STIP, and coordinate with the Financial STIP Manager on annual budget allocations.

Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum and Additional Requirements

A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business or a related field and three and one-half (3.5) years of professional experience in a related area, such as accounting, auditing, finance, or banking; or an approved acceptable equivalence. A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.

The physical demands for the essential functions includes sitting or standing at a desk for an extended periods and working on a computer. May be required to lift up to 30 lbs. May be required to work outside normal business hours.
Additional Comments

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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Are you a current SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection.
  • Yes
  • No

02

Are you a former SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection.
  • Yes
  • No

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Please indicate the highest level of education you have attained. If you have not completed high school, please indicate the highest grade you completed.
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What class driver's license do you possess?
  • Class A (CDL)
  • Class B (CDL)
  • SC Class C
  • SC Class D
  • Other State Driver's License
  • None

05

How did you find out about this vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation? Please check all that apply.
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  • Referred by current SCDOT employee
  • SCDOT presentation
  • Sign or billboard
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  • Facebook or Twitter post
  • Internship
  • Newspaper Ad
  • Radio Ad
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  • Trade Journal
  • Referred from Vocational Rehab
  • Referred from Department of Employment and Workforce
  • Jobs.SC.Gov webpage
  • Other

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If you selected "other" please explain how you found out about the vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation.
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If you were referred by a current SCDOT employee, what is their name?
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I understand that I must complete the state application to include current and previous work history and education. A resume cannot be submitted for completed work history and education sections of the employment application.Only information contained within this application will be used to determine my qualifications for this position or for any other employment consideration should I be the selected candidate. I have read and acknowledged this statement.
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  • No

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My failure to accurately and completely describe my work experience may prevent my application from being forwarded to the hiring manager. I understand and acknowledge this statement.
  • Yes
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