Fiscal Technician II / Accounting Technician III - 193775

Do you desire to be a part of a growing agency focused on a commitment to serve? If so, then we may have the opportunity for you as an Accounting Technician. The right candidate is comfortable breaking the status quo, collaborates across agencies and departments, and will join the team in “rolling up their sleeves” when necessary. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and gain valuable experience, apply today!

This position is in the Revenue Accounting Unit at SCDMV Headquarters in Blythewood, SC.

Responsibilities of the Accounting Technician III

• Daily and monthly reconciliation of services to revenues per Branch, County, and Motor Carrier offices state-wide to Phoenix and SCEIS reports. This includes daily balancing of multiple payment types such as credit/debit cards, checks, and electronic data transactions processed by car dealers, etc. Daily and monthly reconciliation of certain general ledger codes and disbursements, prepare multiple bank deposits, such as County and AR, and verify and reconcile small and large deposit slips to validation slips. Daily and monthly review and reconciliation of refunds. Preparation of written correspondence to both external and internal customers. Ability to update, create new accounts, research and identify problems. Ability to invoice and prepare proper documentation for details. Prepare sale of information to external customers, and post payments through account maintenance in several systems.

• Properly and timely review and research of items in multiple error batch files for data entry exceptions, re-classes, and missing or incorrect data. Examples are “Fee Collection”, “Shortage and Overage Accounts”, “County Collection Reports”, “Override Report”, chargebacks, Bank Adjustments. Provide accurate balancing of all items re-classed, removed, and/or added in Phoenix and/or Excel spreadsheets.

• Strong oral and written communication skills in dealing with internal and external customers. Review of Phoenix system in order to answer questions regarding refunds, deposits, etc. Ability to send out written correspondence through Word and Outlook.

• Exercise strong time management skills in order to be successful in performing and meeting deadlines. Effectively train others and be willing to cross train as the department responsibilities and needs change. Participate in professional training and development to enhance job performance.

• Be flexible, positive, and a team player. Demonstrate a willingness to do what is necessary to help the department reach goals which will include performing other duties as assigned by the Revenue Accounting Manager/Supervisor.

• This individual will be required to attend all training as assigned by management.

Minimum Requirement

• A high school diploma and entry-level experience in accounting or bookkeeping. A bachelor's degree with multiple accounting courses may be substituted for required work experience.

Agency Requirements

• Must complete a nationwide criminal background check to include finger printing.

Additional Requirements

• Knowledge of accounting, auditing and bookkeeping principles and practices. Skill in the area of mathematical concepts and computations.
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and apply financial procedures and regulations as it pertains to daily reconciliation of services to revenues.
• Strong research and organizational skills in order to perform accurate analyses of financial records and reports.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to establish and maintain a good working relationship with all levels of the organization including the general public. Strong time management skills with the ability to effectively meet all daily and monthly deadlines.
• The person in this position must be a self-starter with a positive disposition.
• Overall supervision and detailed guidelines will be given by the Revenue Accounting Management Team.
• The person in this position must be professional, flexible in providing support for the department in all areas and have good work ethics.
• Prolonged sitting at computer terminal required.

Agency Preferred

• Thorough knowledge of Excel and Word with an overall strong computer background with a minimum of at least 3 years of experience in working with Excel and Word. What’s in it for you?

At the SCDMV you get to be part of an exceptional team and diverse culture that nurtures mutual success for our customers, employees and our communities. We give you the tools to be successful; all you need to do is bring your best ideas, your energy and a desire to develop your skills, experience and career.

The South Carolina DMV offers a robust and competitive benefits program.

• Health, dental, vision, long term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse and children (also available for temporary employees working over 30 hours per week)
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs (optional for Temporary Employees)
• An exceptional Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost to the employee or members of their household

So what are you waiting for? Come be a part of a fast-growing, dynamic agency, and join a team that offers an opportunity for accelerated professional growth!

Additional Comments

The Department of Motor Vehicles is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.