Accounting/Fiscal Manager I

State of South Carolina

• $67K — $121K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field
  • Professional experience in accounting, auditing, finance, or banking
  • Experience with state government fiscal and accounting processes (preferred)
  • Knowledge of GAAP/GASB standards and statewide accounting policies
  • SCEIS experience and advanced Excel skills preferred
  • Effective communication and relationship-building skills
  • CPA license and/or CGFO certification (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Manage accounting processes for assigned state agencies
  • Review financial transactions for compliance with policies and regulations
  • Act as primary liaison for agencies and stakeholders
  • Conduct account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
  • Support audit processes with accurate documentation
  • Analyze financial data to inform management decisions
  • Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures

Benefits

  • Health and dental insurance options
  • Retirement and savings plan options
  • Paid vacation and sick leave
  • Work-life balance programs including telecommuting
  • Tuition assistance and discounts on purchases and travel
Full Job Description
Salary: $67,728.00 - $121,890.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 193210
Agency: Comptroller General's Office
Opening Date: 09/24/2026
Closing Date: 10/7/2026 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.: $121,890.00

Job Responsibilities
Manages accounting processes for designated state agencies. Reviews workflow documents and financial transactions to determine compliance with statewide accounting policies, applicable statutes, and GAAP/GASB standards. Serves as primary point of contact and liaison for assigned agencies and internal and external stakeholders. Provides technical direction and recommends corrective action when discrepancies are identified. Reviews, validates, and provides technical direction on complex or nonstandard transactions.

Conducts periodic account reconciliations; identifies discrepancies and implements corrective action. Collects, reviews, and ensures the accuracy of financial data used for internal, state, and federal reporting. Supports audit processes by providing documentation, explaining transactions, and resolving inquiries in a timely manner.

Analyzes financial data and trends for assigned agencies and statewide accounts to inform management decisions. Prepares financial reports, specialized reports, and other data required by regulation or management.

Assists in the development, maintenance, update, and implementation of accounting and budgetary policies and procedures used by state agencies. Recommends and supports system and process improvements, including SCEIS-related changes, for financial reporting and compliance based on agency interactions and analysis. Proposes classifications, sequence, and coding for designated SCEIS master data elements, including General Ledger accounts, Commitment Items, Funded Programs, and Funds, consistent with GASB, governmental accounting standards, and established state accounting conventions and methodologies. After the division lead approves the proposal, creates the master data element in SCEIS.

Performs other related duties as assigned to support agency objectives.
Minimum and Additional Requirements

A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field and professional experience in a related area, such as accounting, auditing, finance, or banking. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

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.
Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of state government fiscal and accounting processes. SCEIS experience, advanced Excel skills, and Microsoft Office applications preferred. Ability to communicate effectively and establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and agencies. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license and/or Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO) certification.

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.
01

Do you have a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field and professional experience in a related area, such as accounting, auditing, finance, or banking?
  • Yes
  • No

02

If you answered "No", do you have a combination of education and experience that may be substituted on a year-for-year basis in lieu of a bachelor's degree?
  • Yes
  • No

03

How many years of professional experience do you have in accounting, auditing, finance, banking, or a closely related field?
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1-2 years
  • 3-4 years
  • 5-7 years
  • 8 or more years

04

If you have SCEIS/SAP experience, briefly describe the functions you have performed, including any experience with General Ledger accounts, Commitment Items, Funded Programs, Funds, or master data.
Required Question

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