REPOST Senior Accountant/Fiscal Analyst

Salary: $52,100.00 - $68,000.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 188092
Agency: Department of Social Services
Division: Financial Services
Opening Date: 06/17/2026
Closing Date: 7/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AN07
Position Number:: 61143637
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN09
Hiring Range - Min.: $52,100.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $68,000.00
Opening Date: 06/17/2026
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: All applicants must apply online. All correspondence from DSS Human Resources will be made through electronic mail, unless otherwise indicated.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.


Job Responsibilities
Special Notice: This is a REPOST -- Previous applicants need not re-apply for this position.
Do you have a passion to provide meaningful work in the community? Would you like to be part of an organization whose central mission is helping to protect, stabilize and strengthen the lives of children, families, and vulnerable adults? Then the South Carolina Department of Social Services has the right job opportunity for you.
Job Duties:

• The Senior Accountant/Fiscal Analyst performs professional accounting duties related to state and federal financial reporting, fiscal analysis, and agency funds management. Assists in the reporting and funds management of a federal budget of approximately $410 million, including 32 federal grants of which seven (7) are considered major under the Single Audit Act. Performs other accounting, analysis, and reporting work, and assists county and regional management in finance-related matters.

• Prepares federal, state and internal financial reports relating to grants, ensuring compliance with grant guidelines and timelines. Gathers, analyzes, manipulates and reports financial data as required for internal and external reports including ad hoc reporting as needed.

• Participates in agency cash management activities to include daily monitoring and maintenance of federal and other funds cash balances, management of federal grant awards, and reconciliation to agency general ledger.

• Reconciles grant-related accounts, identifying discrepancies, and making necessary adjustments to maintain accurate financial records.

• Monitors grant budgets, and expenditures to ensure funds are utilized in accordance with federal regulations. Collaborates with program managers and other stakeholders to provide financial expertise and guidance. Works with HR/Payroll to keep grant funding streams current for agency employees.

• Performs quality assurance as a second approver by reviewing the 10% RMTS subsample and determines the validity of each response. Follow up with participants as needed to finalize responses.

• Serves as back up for the quarterly cost allocation process, ensuring cost allocation workbooks are accurate and cost allocation journal entry is completed accurately.

• Assists county and regional offices in monitoring and reconciling expenditures, identifying discrepancies, and making necessary adjustments ensuring accurate financial records.

• Assists with the preparation of the Schedule of Federal Financial Assistance and other audit schedules, documentation, and support for annual state and/or federal audits, specifically related to grants.

• Maintains internal controls and procedures for grant accounting to ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and applicable laws and regulations. Develops and maintains a database of grant financial documentation for historical reference and compliance purposes.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum and Additional Requirements


A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business, or related field and two (2) years of professional experience in a related area such as accounting business administration, finance, auditing or budgeting.

Additional Comments
This application for employment with the SC Department of Social Services must be completed in its entirety. A resume may be included; but shall not be substituted in lieu of the completion of this application in part or in whole. "See Resume" is not acceptable information for the completion of any part of the requirements of this application. If such is submitted, this employment application will be considered incomplete and may not be forwarded as eligible for consideration to hiring managers.
Must possess a valid driver's license and have access to and be able to operate a motor vehicle. Individuals must comply with necessary field work assignments.
If you certify, by completion and submission of this application, that you possess educational credentials that qualify you for the available DSS positions, you will be required to provide a certified official transcript, if you are selected for job offer.
The South Carolina Department of Social Services offers an exceptional benefits package that includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and 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

DIVISION: Financial Services / Richland County
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.
01


Have you ever been terminated or forced to resign from any job? If yes, please explain.
02


I understand that supplemental questions are considered part of the official application. Any misrepresentation will result in disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. If there are periods of time when you were not employed, you must also list those periods on your employment application. A resume cannot be submitted for completed work history and education sections of the employment application. The employment application may be considered incomplete and may not be forwarded. I have read and acknowledge the above.

• Yes
• No

03


I understand that by completion and submission of this application, that if I possess educational credentials that qualify me for the available position(s) and in the event I am offered a position with the SC Department of Social Services, I will be required to provide a certified official transcript within two (2) weeks of employment.

• Yes
• No

04


If you selected "Yes" that you are a veteran in the Agency-Wide Questions, are you able to provide a Member 4, Service 2-Copy, or NGB22 DD-214?

• Yes
• No

05


Have you ever been employed by the State of South Carolina? If yes, please provide the state agency/agencies.
06


How did you hear about this job opportunity?

• HR Recruiter
• DSS Employee
• DSS Internship
• Careers Website
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• SCWORKS
• College/University Job Portal
• Social Media (Facebook, Instagram, etc.)
• Radio/TV/Billboard
• Other

07


If you selected "Other" or "DSS Employee" in the previous question, please list the source below.
08


Have you completed an internship with the SC Department of Social Services?

• Yes
• No

09


Which of the following best describes your highest level of completed education?

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associate Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate
• None of the above

10


Do you have a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business, or related field?

• Yes
• No

11


Do you have two (2) years of professional experience in a related area such as accounting business administration, finance, auditing or budgeting?

• Yes
• No

Required Question