What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fiscal Technician I position at South Carolina DDSN?
Job Responsibilities
About Pee Dee Regional Center
Pee Dee Regional Center is a residential facility of the South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs located in Florence, SC serving residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Job Responsibilities
- In accordance to DDSN policy - Management of Funds for Individuals participating in Community Residential Program, issues all monthly checks to DSN Boards.
- Perform the Work Activity Centers (WAC) Payroll and that it is accurate and completed timely.
- Manages files for the Banking & Billing system and ensures that all files are complete, accurate, neatly filed and or purged in accordance to DDSN policy and standards.
- Maintains accountability for the Regional Center Consumer Bank by serving as the primary back up to the cashier. Participates in dual control functions to include but not limited to monthly Finance Drawer audits and conducting Consumer Banking overview for new employee orientations.
- Responsible for compiling statements and balances of consumer accounts. Also ensures that each are sent to the appropriate entities as needed.
- Serves as the Regional Center's Client Visa bill reviewer. Responsible for monitoring purchases in accordance with the SCDDSN Purchasing Card Policy and Cardholders Manual. Reconciles the monthly Bank of America Visa bill and pays the amount due on time.
- Assist with reporting for consumer medicaid billing days submissions and filings of 181's.
- Performs others duties as assigned by Director of Finance, Purchasing and Supply.
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
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A high school diploma.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in accounting or bookkeeping. Microsoft Office experience. SCEIS experience.
Knowledge of office practices, procedures and equipment. Knowledge of basic principles and practices of accounting, auditing, and bookkeeping. Knowledge of various types of filing systems. Ability to perform basic mathematical computations. Ability to interpret and apply financial procedures and regulations. Ability to perform prescribed analyses of financial records. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with staff members, consumers, and the general public. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Additional Comments
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.
