Grants and Projects Accountant - State of South Carolina : Job Details

Salary: $46,655.00 - $86,321.00 AnnuallyLocation : Chesterfield County, SCJob Type: FTE - Full-TimeJob Number: 170499Agency: Northeastern Technical CollegeDivision: Fiscal ServicesOpening Date: 11/07/2024Closing Date: 11/21/2024 5:00 PM EasternClass Code:: AD25Position Number:: 61147480/123732Normal Work Schedule:: OtherNormal Work Schedule (Other):: Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Friday 8:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.Pay Band: Band 6Hiring Range - Max.: $66,488.00Opening Date: 11/07/2024EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity EmployerAgency Specific Application Procedures:: Persons interested in this opportunity, may apply online at c/netc. Please complete the State application to include current and previous work history and education. A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing work history and education sections of the application or to determine if an applicant has met the minimum qualifications and additional requirementsfor the position. Copies of transcripts maybe submitted with the employment application, official transcripts are required upon offer of employment. Northeastern Technical College provides affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, - including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability. South Carolina is making our veterans a priority foremployment in state agencies and institutions.Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.Job ResponsibilitiesThe Grants and Projects Accountant is responsible for overseeing the financial management of grants awarded to the College, capital projects, and auxiliary services. This role is vital for ensuring efficient use of funds in compliance with grant guidelines and accurate financial reporting. The accountant collaborates with various departments, grantors, auditors, and project managers to uphold financial transparency and regulatory compliance.Job Responsibilities of the Grants and Projects Accountant include:

• Monitor and manage financial operations related to all college grants, ensuring adherence to grant guidelines and institutional policies. Prepare and maintain comprehensive financial records for each grant, including budgets, expenditures, and revenue. Review grant proposals and agreements to ensure alignment with financial requirements and restrictions. Apply sound accounting principles to align expenditures and revenues with college business office operations. Prepare and deliver accurate and timely financial reports for grants as required. Facilitate the financial closeout of grants, ensuring all final financial reports, reconciliations, audits, and documentation are completed on schedule.
• Monitor and manage financial operations related to capital projects, ensuring compliance with project budgets and institutional policies. Review capital project budgets to ensure alignment with financial requirements and restrictions. Work closely with project managers to develop budgets for capital projects, including revenue projections, expenses, and indirect costs. Generate regular financial performance reports for capital projects for internal and external stakeholders. Ensure all final financial reports, reconciliations, audits, and documentation for capital projects are completed on schedule.
• Monitor and manage financial operations related to auxiliary services, ensuring adherence to institutional policies. Prepare and maintain comprehensive financial records for each auxiliary service, including budgets, expenditures, and revenue. Oversee financial management and compliance for the College's auxiliary services, ensuring all supporting documentation is readily available for audits.
• Stay informed on regulatory requirements to ensure compliance with financial practices related to grants, auxiliary services, and capital projects. Collaborate with external auditors and the Procurement Manager to ensure adherence to regulations and compliance with purchasing. Work with various departments to address financial concerns, provide guidance, and identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the organization's vision, mission, and values.

Minimum and Additional Requirements State Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree with accounting courses and professional experience in a related area such as accounting, auditing, banking, or finance. Must have a valid driver's license. NETC Preferred Requirements: Three (3) years of directly related accounting and/or grant accounting experience. Experience with Ellucian Colleague or similar financial management systems. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of the principles and practices of accounting, auditing, budgeting, and financial management, specifically related to grants and capital projects. Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations governing grants, capital projects, and auxiliary services. Knowledge of state governmental fiscal and budgetary processes and the South Carolina Procurement Code for Governmental and Public Entities. Knowledge of financial management systems and tools, including MS Excel. Ability to plan and implement a financial management program and to interpret and analyze complex financial data and reports. Effective communication skills. Additional Comments Some overnight travel may be required. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time.BenefitsNortheastern Technical College (NETC) offers exceptional benefits packages for positions that include:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
• Attractive leave policy in addition to most State Holidays
• Work/Life Balance Work Schedule Normal Schedule for most positions Monday-Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with a one (1) hour lunch and Friday 8:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. no lunch Spring Break Week, June, July, and two (2) weeks in December Monday-Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. with a 30 minute lunch Fridays Off
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
• Professional Development opportunities

NETC is a qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time at NETC. To qualify for PSLF, you must:

• be employed by a U.S. federal, state, local, or tribal government or not-for-profit organization (federal service includes U.S. military service)
• work full-time for that agency or organization
• have Direct Loans (or consolidate other federal student loans into a Direct Loan)
• repay your loans under an income-driven repayment plan*
• make 120 qualifying payments

Benefits for State EmployeesThe 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 BenefitsEligible 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 BenefitsState 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 BenefitsState 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.