Accountant

Salary: $46,206.00 - $78,540.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 193017
Agency: Arts Commission
Division: Accounting
Opening Date: 09/24/2026
Closing Date: 10/20/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Residency Requirement: Yes
Class Code:: AN05
Position Number:: 60012636
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Pay Grade: GEN08
Hiring Range - Min.: $53,000.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $55,000.00
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Apply online at Please no phone inquiries. After submitting your electronic state application, you may log into your personal GovernmentJobs.comaccount to check your application status. Only applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted. Anticipated hire date of December 2, 2026. Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter for a complete application. Refer to Supplemental Questions for details.
Residency Requirement (specifics):: This position will be assigned to the SC Arts Commission Midlands Arts Hub Region office in Columbia, SC.
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: 37.5 hour work week. A choice of one of the following approved state government flex-time schedules, Monday - Friday: (8:00 - 4:30); (8:15 - 4:45); (8:30 -5:00); (8:45 - 5:15); or (9:00 - 5:30). This is not a remote position. A hybrid in-office/telecommuting schedule is an option after successful completion of a one-year in-person probationary period, as determined by the employee's probationary review. All telecommuting agreements are at the discretion of the Executive Director. Responsibilities will require some additional working hours, nights, and/or weekends as well as in-state travel to several South Carolina counties. There will also be occasional out-of-state travel for training, professional development, professional affiliation, or service opportunities.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.


Job Responsibilities
J ob Purpose:
This position plays a vital role in the financial operations of the SC Arts Commission. The successful candidate will manage the agency's accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial records, and reporting activities using the SAP/SCEIS System. They will coordinate complex professional accounting duties, analyze spending and revenue patterns, maintain accurate accounting records, and prepare financial reports that support effective agency decision-making. Under the supervision of the Director of Finance, this position works with agency staff and external partners to ensure sound financial practices and carry out the mission and strategic plan of the SC Arts Commission.
Duties and Responsibilities:

Accounts Payable

• Receives invoices, stamp for payment, and signature for receipt of goods/services.
• Maintains records and ensures appropriate assigning of funding sources.
• Scans and enters information in SAP.
• Works with the Department of Administration shared services for processing of A/P documents.
• Coordinates and reconciles payments, contracts and expenditures with the grants office.
• Records expenditures discrepancies and makes corrective transactions with the grants office.
• Works with budget managers to assist with SAP/SCEIS budget coding and purchase order accuracy as vouchers are processed on SAP/SCEIS.
• Using SAP, prepares contingent, travel, and IDT vouchers for payment in accordance with Federal and State guidelines.
• Reviews expenditures for compliance with GAAP and Comptroller General's (CG) regulations.
• Works to resolve expenditure discrepancies with the CG's Office to include appropriation availability, and account coding.
• Coordinates with Procurement the monitoring of purchase orders and funds reserve activity.

Accounts Receivable

• Enters financials into SCEIS/SAP and other databases.
• Creates bank deposit slips and ensures deposits.
• Serves as liaison between vendors, CG's Office to resolve discrepancies.
• Processes deposits for federal drawdowns.

Financial Reporting

• Assists in the preparation of the quarterly balance sheets and statements of activities for the board of commissioners.
• Prepares financial reports for grants from federal and private sources.
• Prepares all other financial reports as needed.

Travel and Payroll

• Serves as lead travel approver by reviewing and approving employee's travel expense reports for final processing by the Comptroller General's Office.
• Assists with travel claims for the Board of Commissioners.
• Coordinates with the HR Director to ensure correct processing and filing related to payment of monthly benefits premiums, payroll deductions, and other payroll transactions.

Other Duties as Assigned

• Participates in agency strategic planning.
• Participates in agency professional development.
• Collaborates closely with other agency programs and departments.
• Fulfills other duties consistent with supporting the agency, as requested by supervisor or supervising deputy.

Knowledge, Experience, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of needs, makeup, dynamics of the State of SC's accounting and finance principles, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of recent research, policies, and methods related to accounting, and finance systems.
• Knowledge of principles, practices, theories and terminology of accounting, auditing, budgeting, and financial management.
• Knowledge of state governmental fiscal and accounting procedures, practices, and policies.
• Knowledge of general ledger accounting and accounts payable processes.
• Knowledge of state appropriations and budgetary processes preferred.
• Experience working with people who represent a broad spectrum of socio-cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Understanding of grant allocation programs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Suites, cloud-based database and project management technologies, internet research, and video conferencing platforms.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work on multiple projects.
• Ability to take initiative, manage time, and consistently meet deadlines.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships and communicate in a professional manner with agency executives, staff, board, funders, governmental officials, and the public.
• Ability to exercise excellent judgment and discretion.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to make data-driven decisions and use data to communicate programmatic success.
• Ability to navigate the complexities of a government entity.
• Ability to speak Spanish is a bonus.
• Demonstrated commitment to providing exceptional customer service and fostering positive relationships with constituents.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• A High School Diploma and three (3) years of professional experience in accounting. A Bachelor's degree with multiple accounting courses may be substituted for the required work experience.
• Punctuality, regular attendance, and adherence to daily work schedule are essential.
• Overnight travel, evening, and weekend work is sometimes required, as well as light lifting and long periods of sitting.
• The employee may be required to operate a state vehicle; must possess and maintain a valid S.C. driver's license.
• Employment is contingent upon the results of a favorable reference check and a criminal background check, which includes information from the S.C. Law Enforcement Department (SLED).

Preferred Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, economics, or a related field, which must be from an institution of higher learning recognized at the time of degree by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. Three (3) or more years of professional experience in advanced accounting, South Carolina's SAP/SCEIS program, grants, procurement, or auditing processes of the State of South Carolina's agreed upon procedures.

Additional Comments
Mission: The mission of the South Carolina Arts Commission is to expand access to the arts and foster creativity for all South Carolinians.

The South Carolina Arts Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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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The responses you provide to these Supplemental Questions will be used in combination with your application to determine whether you meet the minimum and preferred qualification requirements.Failure to provide detailed and complete information may result in your application being rejected. Any misrepresentation, omission of facts, or otherwise falsification of this application and any attachments will result in your disqualification from employment and/or termination if hired.By answering "Yes" below, I understand that I must thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience sections of my application and the Supplemental Questions.

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In addition to your resume, please provide a cover letter of no more than two (2) pages that demonstrates how your experiences and/or achievements make you an ideal candidate for this position. Failure to attach a resume and cover letter will result in your application being deemed as incomplete. Please confirm your attachments by clicking Yes or No.

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• Bachelor's Degree
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Is your degree(s) in accounting, finance, business, economics, or a related field?

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Do you have three (3) or more years of professional experience in advanced accounting, South Carolina's SAP/SCEIS program, grants, procurement, or auditing processes of the State of South Carolina's agreed upon procedures.

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I understand that overnight travel, evening, and weekend work is sometimes required, as well as light lifting and long periods of sitting.

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I understand that this is not a remote position, but that (if hired) employees may be considered for part-time telecommuting following one year of satisfactory work performance with the agency, at the discretion of the Executive Director.

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I understand the agency hiring range for this position to be $53,000 - $55,000; I also understand that the SCAC is the sole evaluator of an applicant's applicable skill sets and relevant job experience and will determine the salary offer.

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