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GFOASC LLC

Senior Accountant

GFOASC LLC, Columbia, South Carolina, us, 29228

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Government Finance Officers Association of South Carolina – since 1984

Check here for employment opportunities and information. Please email info@gfoasc.org to have your job posting added, and include a full job description, contact information and an application link or instructions. The national GFOA website as well as South Carolina job link are other resources you may find useful. Position : Senior Accountant Company : Legislative Services Agency - Columbia, SC , USA Job Details

Position : Senior Accountant Company : Legislative Services Agency - Columbia, SC , USA Job Description : Senior Accountant Legislative Services Agency 1105 Pendleton Street Columbia, SC 29201 The Legislative Services Agency is an arm of the South Carolina General Assembly and legislative branch of state government. The agency provides a variety of technology needs to The Senate, The House of Representatives, and the Legislative Council in a non-partisan and apolitical manner. RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS: Must reside in the Columbia, SC area

How to Apply: Applicants should send a resume to:

LSAjobs@scstatehouse.gov

General Nature of Work Performs expert-level professional duties in accounting, budgeting, or finance. Examples of Work Works closely with Accounting/HR Manager to oversee a team of employees that perform general accounting functions. Ensures the accurate documentation of all financial transactions and the timely payment and receipt of all moneys. Recommends and assists in developing and implementing agency policies and procedures related to financial management. Directs accounting for construction projects, contracts, bookkeeping, expenditure monitoring, collections, vendor payments, financial statements, and auditing. Oversees the agency’s purchase order process. Assists agency officials in the implementation of state budgetary policies and procedures. Interprets and applies the legislative intent of appropriation acts. Provides research and analysis of all data available on state term contracts and related areas for development and implementation of improvements on state term contracts. Review agency budgetary adjustments and new personnel position requests, and monitors agency patterns of expenditure. Ensure allocations, fund transfers, journal entries, account codes, and supporting documentation comply with agency and governmental accounting principles and practices. Directs the development, preparation, and compilation of financial data for GAAP reporting.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of the principles, practices and theories of accounting, auditing, banking, budgeting, or financial management. Knowledge of state governmental fiscal and budgetary processes. Knowledge of office management and organizational concepts. Knowledge of SCEIS financial modules and reporting systems. Ability to proficiently apply mathematical concepts. Ability to plan and implement a financial management program. Ability to interpret and analyze complex financial data and reports. Ability to plan, assign, review, and supervise the work of others. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Minimum Requirements A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field and 5 years professional experience in a related area, such as accounting, auditing, finance, or banking. Experience with the SCEIS system. Experience with General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) Closing packages.

Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of the State of South Carolina, Office of the Comptroller General’s Reporting Policies and Procedures Proficiency in Microsoft Suite Ability to interpret and analyze financial data, records, and reports. Ability to multi-task, work independently and exhibit strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy. Contact Information Human Resources Phone: NA Fax: NA LSAjobs@scstatehouse.gov

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