What are the responsibilities and job description for the Budget Liaison position at S.C. Department of Public Health?
Job Responsibilities
at DPH: Work that makes a difference!
Pursuing Excellence, Inspiring Innovation, Promoting Teamwork, Embracing Service, and Advancing Equity
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is seeking an experienced and analytical Budget Liaison and Advocacy Specialist to establish strong relationships with customers, oversee budgetary and fiscal matters, and ensure compliance with various financial guidelines. The ideal candidate will have expertise in financial management, grant applications, and compliance requirements.
Duties and responsibilities include, but not limited to:
A high school diploma and four (4) years of professional experience in a related area such as accounting, finance, or banking; or
An associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management or related field, and two (2) years professional experience in a related area such as accounting, finance, or banking; or
A bachelor's degree with multiple accounting courses may be substituted for the required work experience.
Preferred Qualifications
A bachelor's degree with multiple accounting courses and / or experience or an associate's degree with two (2) or more years of related experience.
Experience in SCEIS related to accounting in the ECC grants modules (GM & FM).
Additional Comments
DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver’s license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.
EEO: SC DPH is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employing agency. We are committed to a diverse workforce. SC DPH does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
EDUCATION: 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.
The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for Full Time (FTE) positions that includes:
at DPH: Work that makes a difference!
Pursuing Excellence, Inspiring Innovation, Promoting Teamwork, Embracing Service, and Advancing Equity
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is seeking an experienced and analytical Budget Liaison and Advocacy Specialist to establish strong relationships with customers, oversee budgetary and fiscal matters, and ensure compliance with various financial guidelines. The ideal candidate will have expertise in financial management, grant applications, and compliance requirements.
Duties and responsibilities include, but not limited to:
- Budget Liaison and Advocacy: Establish robust working relationships with customers, interpreting and advising on policies, procedures, and regulations. Exercise discretion and independent judgment in budgetary matters for Administration and Healthcare Quality. Review and approve purchase requests and salary action forms.
- Reporting: Prepare or assist in creating and distributing reports at both the end-user and agency levels. Provide special reports, including Personnel or Operating costs, to program areas.
- Grant Applications and Revenue Contract Development: Support data acquisition and compilation for grant applications and revenue contracts. Ensure all applications and contracts comply with State, Federal, and Agency guidelines.
- Compliance Requirements: Ensure compliance with all grant and revenue contract requirements. Identify match, maintenance of effort, program income, special earmarking, allowable cost, and sub-recipient reporting requirements. Assure satisfactory closeout and financial reporting.
- Budgeting and Account Status: Create, direct, or coordinate budget entries to ensure proper funding levels. Assist with providing funding information for shopping carts.
- Backup/Other Duties: Provide backup to other finance/budget-related staff during absences or other events. Perform miscellaneous duties, including approving or processing SCEIS documents like funds reservations, shopping carts, and PCard payments.
A high school diploma and four (4) years of professional experience in a related area such as accounting, finance, or banking; or
An associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management or related field, and two (2) years professional experience in a related area such as accounting, finance, or banking; or
A bachelor's degree with multiple accounting courses may be substituted for the required work experience.
Preferred Qualifications
A bachelor's degree with multiple accounting courses and / or experience or an associate's degree with two (2) or more years of related experience.
Experience in SCEIS related to accounting in the ECC grants modules (GM & FM).
Additional Comments
DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver’s license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.
EEO: SC DPH is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employing agency. We are committed to a diverse workforce. SC DPH does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
EDUCATION: 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.
The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for Full Time (FTE) positions that includes:
- Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, & Children
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
- 15 days sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- Paid Parental leave
- State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
