What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Operations Specialist position at State of South Carolina?
Salary : $38,985.00 - $72,134.00 Annually
Location : York County, SC
Job Type : FTE - Full-Time
Job Number : 172345
Agency : York Technical College
Opening Date : 02 / 18 / 2025
Closing Date : 3 / 2 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern
Class Code : : AD22
Position Number : : 101556 / 61134916
Normal Work Schedule : : Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other) : : Monday - Friday (8 : 00 - 5 : 00)
Pay Band : Band 5
Hiring Range - Min. : $38,985.00
Hiring Range - Max. : $55,559.00
Opening Date : 01 / 06 / 2025
EEO Statement : Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures : : Please apply online, taking care to complete the state application with all work history and education. Incomplete applications will be disqualified and will not be reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application.
Veteran Preference Statement : South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
York Technical College, a member of the South Carolina Technical and Comprehensive Education System, is a public, two-year institution of higher education that offers a variety of associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates. Through maximizing student success, the College seeks to contribute to the economic growth and development of York, Lancaster, and Chester counties and of the State.
The Accounting Operations Specialist performs the following functions :
Financial Reconciliation and Reporting Manages financial processes by applying generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) to reconcile and maintain accurate records for budgeting, risk management, and telephone services. Performs monthly and quarterly reconciliations of financial accounts, investigates discrepancies, and ensures compliance. Prepares detailed financial reports to ensure compliance and supports informed decision-making and forecasting by senior management.
Financial Process Support Provides support for payroll and other essential financial functions to ensure operational continuity and accuracy in the event of Accounting Services staff absences or increased workload. Assists in the preparation and review of journal entries and account adjustments to ensure compliance.
Contract and Insurance Coordination Manages the review, processing, and documentation of vendor contracts, ensuring meticulous record-keeping and compliance with institutional policies, accuracy of terms, and proper alignment with budgetary constraints. Serves as the insurance coordinator, updating liability information, supporting risk management, and maintaining accurate documentation.
Administrative Tasks Performs financial administrative tasks, such as maintaining records, processing forms, and coordinating documentation for financial processes, to support the Chief Financial Officer and Business Services team. Provides comprehensive administrative support to the Vice President of Business Services, including correspondence, strategic communication, meeting support, and calendar management.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field and at least two years' relevant accounting experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience in Accounting.
Additional Comments
Applicants indicating degree(s) on the application may be required to provide unofficial copies of transcripts in the application process and official transcript upon hire.
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.
Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field?
Which of the following best describes your Accounting experience :
- less than two years
- two years to less than four years
- four to less than six years
- six or more years
Required Question
Salary : $38,985 - $72,134
