Salary: $66,892.00 - $123,763.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 161181
Agency: Department of Agriculture
Division: Agency Operations
Opening Date: 04/10/2024
Closing Date: 4/24/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Residency Requirement: No
Class Code:: AN11
Position Number:: 60012601
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 8
Opening Date: 05/02/2024
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE at www.careers.sc.gov. The State application should include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will NOT be accepted nor reviewed in lieu of a completed State application to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application and must be completed. VETERAN APPLICANTS: Per SC §1-1-550 Veterans Preference: To claim Veteran's Preference, all eligible persons shall submit a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty at time of interview.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
This is a reposting. All previous applicants are still being considered.
Are you looking to be part of an innovative team of professionals dedicated to promoting South Carolina farmers and agriculture? The South Carolina Department of Agriculture is seeking a Director of Finance and Administration to serve as the lead fiscal manager for $31 million in funds and manage a team to ensure compliance of state regulations. In this role, you will:

• Supervise program area staff in accounting, finance, budget, procurement, fleet, facilities, and interagency mail.
• Have the knowledge and ability to complete the financial tasks of subordinates and serve as a backup in the event of employee absence or emergency.
• Manage the agency budget and cashflow, including general funds, other funds revenue, and grant funds in South Carolina Enterprise Information System (SCEIS).
• Establish and maintain budget and cash for capital improvement projects.
• Ensure Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are updated as a method of clear communication to users and to fully integrate processes for the sourcing, purchasing, and payment of goods and services.
• Evaluate, implement, and monitor sufficient internal financial controls.
• Prepare monthly agency budget reports for agency leadership.
• Approve team workflow for budget transfers, journal entries, deposits, and payments.
• Proactively engage with other state agencies on administrative and financial matters, such as the Comptroller General, State Treasurer, State Auditor, Insurance Reserve Fund, Department of Administration, and Executive Budget Office.
• Lead SCDA's various audit engagements with the Office of State Auditor.
• Supervise capital asset inventory and reconciliation of GASB 87 and 96 lease accounting.
• Prepare, assist with, and/or review reports required by law and regulation, including but not limited to Annual Comprehensive Financial Reporting Packages, Fees and Fines Report, Other Funds Survey, Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards, Schedule of Federal Financial Assistance, Earmarked Appropriations Report, Real Property Data Management Report.
• Serve as a backup for entering and maintaining the agency's annual budget request in the Executive Budget Office (EBO) Budget Development System (BDS).
• Manage and guide staff who:
  • Manage the purchase card (p-card) program by setting up correct profiles, establishing spending limits, and auditing the (p-card) program administrator's coding of expenditures.
  • Review SCDA's insurance book and maintain appropriate coverage while making sound risk-management decisions.
  • Coordinate the disposal of SCDA property and equipment, ensuring correct processes are followed.
  • Audit accounts receivables and payables transactions for accuracy, appropriate documentation, and correct funding and general ledger codes.

BENEFITS:

• State health, vision, dental and life insurance.
  • Premium for BCBS State Standard Plan for employee only coverage is less than $100/month!
  • Premium for BCBS State Standard Plan for full family coverage is only $307/month!

13 paid holidays

15 days annual (vacation) leave per year

15 days sick leave per year

State Retirement and Deferred Compensation Programs - 401(k) and 457 accounts

Up to six weeks paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

• Free counseling sessions for employees and household members
• Free Life Management Services (legal, financial, and more)

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field and at least eight years' professional experience in a related area, such as accounting, auditing, finance, or banking.
• An associate's degree in accounting, business, or a related field and at least 10 years' professional experience in accounting, auditing, finance or banking may be considered with an equivalency approval from the Division of State Human Resources.
• Valid state driver's license and ability to operate a vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with SCEIS or SAP systems.
• Prior supervisory experience.
• Certified Public Accountant or GFOA Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO).

Additional Comments

• This position is based at the Wade Hampton building on the statehouse grounds and is not a remote position.
• Must be people oriented with strong management, oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with internal and external customers.
• Requires superior ethical judgement and attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze and decipher financial reports to senior leadership and management.
• Occasional in-state travel.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 lbs.

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.
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Please provide the field of study of your Associate's and/or Bachelor's degree.
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Please describe your experience using the South Carolina Enterprise Information Finance modules and level of proficiency, if any.
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Please list the highest number of direct reports you have had at any one time. If you have not directly supervised employees in the past, please write zero or N/A.
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Are you a state of South Carolina retiree?

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• No

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