149513 ACCOUNTANT/FISCAL ANALYST III at Greenville Technical College in Greenville, SC

Job description

Position Overview Greenville Technical College is seeking an Accountant/Fiscal Analyst III to support the Finance Office. In this challenging role, you will be supporting the FNO – Finance Office department at Greenville Technical College. This position performs advanced professional accounting work, handles complex assignments with minimal supervision, and exercises independent judgment in applying accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls. The role may also provide oversight for an assigned functional area. Key Responsibilities Reconcile general ledger accounts, including two high-volume, complex bank accounts, and selected balance sheet receivable accounts.Research and review situations when banking and the general ledger are out of balance and ensure corrective action is taken. Monitor daily deposits, investigate discrepancies, and report findings to the Accounting Manager. Run daily processes to update general ledger accounts and review transactions for accuracy. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end journal entries for activity not automatically captured in the ERP system, including information from the Bookstore, Café, and Corporate and Continuing Education. Prepare and submit required federal and state forms and reports by established deadlines, including use tax, sales tax, and hospitality tax reports. Maintain active vendor records, establish new vendors in the ERP system, verify current W-9 documentation, and ensure accurate vendor classifications. Prepare and distribute Form 1099 information returns to applicable vendors by required deadlines. Monitor Positive Pay alerts, research exceptions, and report findings before the daily cutoff. Prepare assigned financial statement footnotes and year-end allocations. Perform monthly benefit and payroll general ledger reconciliations and collaborate with Payroll and Human Resources to resolve discrepancies. Perform other duties as assigned. Reviews and evaluates the college’s financial status, including loan files, cash and investment accounts.Determines which securities should be bought and sold. Ensures the registration and punctual payment of the state’s general obligation indebtedness and various other debt service accounts. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Advanced knowledge of accounting, financial analysis, and governmental accounting principles and practices. Knowledge of state government fiscal accounting processes, financial systems, and applicable state and federal requirements. Proficiency with computers and accounting software. Ability to analyze and interpret complex financial data, reconcile discrepancies, and recommend corrective action. Ability to interpret and apply financial policies, procedures, and regulations. Strong mathematical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, meet deadlines, and manage multiple priorities. Ability to communicate effectively and maintain productive working relationships.