About Our Agency
The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs (DDSN) is the state agency that plans, develops, coordinates, and funds services for South Carolinians with the severe, lifelong disabilities of:

• intellectual disability and related disabilities
• autism spectrum disorder
• traumatic brain injury
• spinal cord injury and similar disability

Job Responsibilities

• Plan and perform financial, operational, and compliance audits of DDSN Central Office, DDSN Regional Centers, DDSN-operated community settings, and provider network. 
• Identify, document, and evaluate risk.
• Develop written audit programs.
• Conduct testing and analysis of controls to determine adequacy and effectiveness.
• Prepare written workpapers to document testing results and conclusions reached.
• Effectively communicate engagement results to management both verbally and in writing. 
• Evaluates the significance of findings and develops written audit observations for reportable/significant findings and dashboard reports for verbal comments. 
• Presides over audit entrance and exit conferences.
• Drafts audit reports and technical assistance visit communications. Ensures that final engagement communications are clear, concise, and accurate. 
• Conducts consumer funds and personal property training for provider organizations.
• Performs administrative and other duties as assigned. Enhances knowledge, skills, and other competencies through continuing professional development. 

The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• 15 days annual (vacation) leave accrual per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

A Bachelor's Degree and professional experience in accounting, auditing, finance, insurance, or tax preparation and/or analysis.
Must have and maintain a valid driver's license. 3 or more years of audit experience. 
CPA (Certified Public Accountant), CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), or CFE (Certified Financial Examiner) designation preferred.About Our Agency: The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs (DDSN) is the state agency that plans, develops, coordinates, and funds services for South Carolinians with the severe, lifelong disabilities of intellectual disability and related disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury and similar disability.
 
EEO Statement: DDSN provides affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex --including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.
Employment Contingency: Employment is contingent upon our receipt of the following required pre-employment screenings: medical screening – to include a drug screening; State and Federal background criminal record checks (to include FBI fingerprinting), SC Dept. of Social Services’ Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry screening, and CMS “List of Excluded Individuals/Entities” screening; SC Dept. of Motor Vehicles Driving Record check; and a review of transcripts verifying educational credentials.We reserve the right to rescind this offer in the event minimum requirements are not met to include positions that require certifications and/or licensure, your application is incomplete or inaccurate, or our review of your background uncovers information, including opinions of previous employers and references, which cause us to conclude, at our sole discretion, that you are not suited for the position.

Immunization: If this position requires the applicant to work directly with DDSN consumers, a (2) step PPD testing or QuantiFERON TB Gold testing must be completed prior to beginning employment. All new employees who are healthcare providers are required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, Varicella and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment. 
 
State Disaster Plan: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, DDSN employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.
 
Employee Referral: The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs supports a Referral Incentive Reward and a Retention Bonus program. You may contact Human Resource for further information.
 
Supplemental Questions: 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 may not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.