Careers at DHEC: Work that makes a difference!

Pursuing Excellence, Inspiring Innovation, Promoting Teamwork, Embracing Service, and Advancing Equity

• Assure Agency financial policies, procedures, and general practices are in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), Generally Accepted Governmental Accounting Standards (GAGAS), Federal grant compliance, Federal and State laws and regulations.
• Provide leadership, oversight, and overall accountability for all accounting functions, to include Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Ledger. Responsible for managing and directing complex activities for all divisions within Finance and Operations.
• Be responsible for all aspects of communication, implementation, and responses to financial audits and coordinating with the Office of State Treasurer, the Comptroller General's Office, Office of State Auditors, and the agency's Office of Internal Audits.
• Be responsible for the management, development, training, guidance, and succession planning of a large professional and paraprofessional staff.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field and five (5) years' experience as a professional accountant, three (3) of which must have been in an administrative capacity directing/supervising professional accounting, auditing, or finance employees.
Extensive knowledge of the principles, theories and practices of accounting, auditing, budgeting, or financial management. Considerable knowledge of state government fiscal and budgeting processes, government accounting methods and procedures. Considerable knowledge of GAAP, GASB, GAGAS, State and Federal regulations. Considerable knowledge of Grants oversight & accountability is required. Ability to communicate (oral and written) effectively and to supervise professional and paraprofessional employees. Knowledge and skills acquired through formal education and on-the-job training.

Preferred Qualifications:

Considerable knowledge of the Agency's program structure.
Certification as a CPA, CGFO, or CGFO designation preferred.

Additional Comments:

This position is part of the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control’s Bureau of Financial Management. The work performed supports DHEC’s mission to improve the quality of life for all South Carolinians by protecting and promoting the health of the public and the environment. Effective July 1, 2024, this position will transfer to the South Carolina Department of Environmental Services created by Senate Bill 399 which provides for the creation of the Department of Environmental Services to assume the environmental-related functions of DHEC.
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 DHEC is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employing agency. We are committed to a diverse workforce. SC DHEC 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 Health and Environmental Control 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

Salary: $66,892.00 - $123,763.00 Annually

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Band Band 8

Hiring Range - Min.: $85,000.00

Hiring Range - Max. $105,000.00

EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

If you meet the requirements of the position and would like to be considered, you must submit a state application online. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. The quality of the application if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. The quality of the application presented (completeness and accuracy as well as grammar and spelling) will be considered prior to the offer of an interview. A criminal record check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the state closing date. Interviews will be conducted at the DHEC office located at 301 Gervais Street, Columbia SC 29201.

Veteran Preference Statement:

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.