Senior Accountant

Salary: $45,530.00 - $84,241.00 Annually
Location : York County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 155152
Agency: York Technical College
Division: VP for Business Affairs-Accounting
Opening Date: 10/13/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Class Code:: AD25
Position Number:: 124801
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Monday - Friday (8:00 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 6
Hiring Range - Min.: $45,530.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $52,000.00
Opening Date: 10/13/2023
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Please apply online, taking care to complete the state application with all work history and education. Incomplete applications will be disqualified and will not be reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
York Technical College, a member of the South Carolina Technical and Comprehensive Education System, is a public, two-year institution of higher education that offers a variety of associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates. Through maximizing student success, the College seeks to contribute to the economic growth and development of York, Lancaster, and Chester counties and of the State.
The Senior Accountant performs the following functions:

• Performs monthly close out procedures, and prepares monthly journal entries. Answers inquiries regarding discrepancies and inaccuracies. Performs year end closing in areas assigned of the general ledger in accordance with AICPA and state audit guides. Ensures the accurate documentation of all financial transactions and receipt of all monies.
  
• Manages assigned functions relating to e-Commerce. Continually reviews processes and procedures for safe guarding of cash and effective internal controls. Reconciles cash accounts daily, makes adjustments to cash accounts as needed and implements processes to aid reconciliation.
  
• Reviews activity in regard to accounts receivable recording, invoicing and reconciliation. Evaluates the work of accountants responsible for accounts receivables. Reviews the distribution of Title IV and State grant programs with a total distribution of approximately $25 million annually. Reviews procedures and processes to ensure the College is in compliance with governmental regulations of Title IV and State grant programs.
  
• Maintains the accounting system and distributes information to appropriate staff. Supervision of general ledger. Participates in the development of methods and procedures for recording and monitoring financial activity and recommends changes. Recommends and assists in developing and implementing agency policies and procedures related to the areas of financial management. Performs other duties as required.

Minimum and Additional Requirements
A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business or related field and professional experience directly related, such as accounting, auditing, finance or commercial lending.
Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business with an accounting major
• At least three years accounting experience.
• MBA or graduate courses strongly preferred.
• Formal training or experience in automated accounting systems preferred.
• Experience in variety of microcomputer and mainframe computer systems preferred.

Additional Comments
Applicants indicating degree(s) on the application may be required to provide unofficial copies of transcripts in the application process and official transcript upon hire.
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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Do you have a Bachelor's degree in business with an accounting major?

• Yes
• No

02
Do you have at least three years accounting experience?

• Yes
• No

03
If you answered yes to question two, please describe your experience. Note: Please see application/resume is not an acceptable response.
04
Do you have formal training or experience in automated accounting systems?

• Yes
• No

05
If you answered yes to question four, please describe your experience. Note: Please see application/resume is not an acceptable response.
Required Question