Accountant/Fiscal Analyst II

SC State University Public Service & Agriculture, in partnership with the United States Department of Agriculture, provides an important public service to individuals, families, communities, and farmers needing access to the latest research-based science and sustainable practices in youth leadership development, agriculture, financial management, business development, nutrition and college and career readiness.

Position Description

Under the supervision of the Finance Director, the employee will perform professional duties in the creation and maintenance of accounting records, the verification of financial transactions, and the preparation and management of department budgets.

Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the Director of Finance, the Fiscal Analyst II will:

• Conduct monthly budget vs. actual analysis, utilizing reporting tools to create and provide monthly budget performance reports for all capacity funds (Research, Extension, RREA, EFNEP). Additionally, conduct semesterly (Fall, Spring and Summer) budget review meetings with Regional Managers, Principal Investigators and Program Directors.

• Prepare budget distributions, budget amendments, and journal entry requests as necessary for assigned accounts. Examine vendor invoices for accuracy and ensure the fund balance of the purchase order has sufficient funds to satisfy the amount of invoices. Analyze and reconcile assigned accounts and prepare reports for review by the direct supervisor.

•  Reconciles assigned projects for quarterly review by the Finance Director. Prepare overall project review with respect to each regional budget, research project, or other capacity award performance. Include the spending trend performance, from inception to date, and provide a project expenditure forecast through the end of the respective semester.

• Analyze each project costs, related to payroll and all other direct expenditures as well as encumbrances for allowability and budget conformity.

Required Qualifications:

• Individual must demonstrate knowledge of the Land-Grant University System and history, philosophy, organization, and objects of 1890 Research & Extension. Familiarity with South Carolina State University's administrative and account management system (BANNER) is required. Working knowledge of research and sponsored programs administrative research and sponsored program administration; grants and contracts policies, procedures guidelines, and reports. 

•  Must be able to assume responsibility under minimum supervision, exercise initiative and judgment, and make sound decisions within the scope of assigned authority; must maintain a good working relationship with people. Must be able to relate to culturally diverse employees and their constituents. A valid driver’s license and daily access to an operable vehicle that meets the SC Department of Highways and Public Safety Road laws and regulations are required. 

Minimum Requirements

• Must possess a bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field with professional job-related experience which includes government and community-based organizations is required. Experience working with budgets, grants, personnel requests, procurement issues, and working closely with Principal Investigators and funding agencies. Must possess strong communication and professional skills. Master’s degree, preferred.

•  Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to provide exceptional customer service and work with diverse groups of people.

• Strong initiative with the ability to multi-task and prioritize workload.

• Must possess a bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field with professional job-related experience which includes government and community-based organizations is required. Experience working with budgets, grants, personnel requests, procurement issues, and working closely with Principal Investigators and funding agencies. Must possess strong communication and professional skills. Master’s degree, preferred.

•  Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to provide exceptional customer service and work with diverse groups of people.

• Strong initiative with the ability to multi-task and prioritize workload.

Salary : $38,985 - $72,134