<p>Job Responsibilities</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Job Duties:</p> <ul> <li> <p>This position serves as the Controller for the SC Department of Social Services and reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). With a high degree of autonomy, the Controller serves as the primary financial management official responsible for overseeing and managing the agency's financial accounting and reporting functions, budgeting, financial statement audit, capital assets, internal controls, and associated management and staff. The Controller will utilize SAP and other systems to maintain accurate records and reports for over $900 million in federal, state, and other funds budgeted annually by the state, as well as nearly $1.5 billion in annual benefit expenditures.</p> </li><li> <p>The Controller directs the operations and staff for the general accounting functions of the agency, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, fixed assets, leases, budget, and other related functions. The Controller will design and implement streamlined accounting and reporting procedures to effectively provide accurate and timely financial information, minimize costs, create efficiencies, and minimize errors. The successful candidate will establish relevant metrics at both the finance departmental and agency-wide levels and evaluate trends for potential early warning signs and opportunities for improvement. The controller develops, enforces, and maintains a documented system of accounting policies and procedures, and implements and maintain a system of controls over accounting transactions to minimize risk.</p> </li><li> <p>The Controller prepares monthly financial status reporting packages to be presented to Executive Management and assists with various financial modeling. The Controller also prepares other internal and/or external financial statements and reports as requested and promotes the agency's ability to complete/meet all internal and external audit requirements and deadlines.</p> </li><li> <p>The successful candidate must be able to think creatively, show initiative, and self-sufficiency. They must also foster a culture of support where employees feel empowered and have strong oral and written communication skills.</p> </li><li> <p>This position is crucial for informed decision-making and plays a pivotal role in maintaining the agency's financial health, promoting accurate and complete financial records, and seeing financial resources are managed effectively and in compliance with state and federal regulations.</p> </li><li> <p>Will be required to perform Red Cross shelter/emergency response duties as directed.</p> </li></ul> <p>Minimum and Additional Requirements</p> <p>A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business with accounting courses and at least ten (10) years of professional experience as a senior level accountant, accounting manager or auditor, auditing, or finance.</p> <p>Substantive supervisory experience directing in-depth financial accounting and reporting, budgeting, and/or auditing in a large state agency or other organization is required.</p> <p>Additional Comments</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time. Must have good vision, manual dexterity for writing, using a calculator and a PC. Ability to hear and comprehend verbal communications, speak clearly and concisely, comprehend written material. Overnight travel may be involved.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>The South Carolina Department of Social Services offers an exceptional benefits package that includes:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Health, Dental, Vison, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children</p> </li><li> <p>15 days annual (vacation) leave per year</p> </li><li> <p>15 days sick leave per year</p> </li><li> <p>13 paid holidays</p> </li><li> <p>Paid Parental Leave</p> </li><li> <p>State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs</p> </li></ul> <p>Division: Financial Services / Richland County</p>