Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Description

Accounts Payable Tech | South Carolina Department of Corrections

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at the South Carolina Department of Corrections, located in Columbia, SC. As a state agency, the department is responsible for managing correctional facilities and programs within South Carolina. This role is vital for ensuring the financial integrity and operational efficiency of the department by managing accounts payable processes accurately and in compliance with state regulations.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Columbia, SC

• Mission: Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant processing of vendor invoices, purchase orders, and payment vouchers.
• Tech Stack: SCEIS, Microsoft Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Invoice Processing: Review and process vendor invoices, ensuring compliance with state procurement laws, agency policies, and financial procedures.
• Transaction Management: Process purchase orders, payment vouchers, and fund reservations within SCEIS accurately and on schedule.
• Discrepancy Resolution: Resolve payment discrepancies directly with vendors and internal agency staff.
• Record Keeping: Maintain organized accounts payable records and all necessary supporting documentation.
• Financial Compliance: Provide assistance on payment, procurement, and accounts payable processes, ensuring timely payments and adherence to state fiscal regulations.
• Operational Support: Support audits, financial reporting efforts, and contribute to ongoing process improvements within the department.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. A high school diploma with entry-level experience in accounting or bookkeeping, or a bachelor’s degree that includes multiple accounting courses.
• Experience: Entry-level experience in accounting or bookkeeping processes.
• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, strong multitasking abilities, and effective communication skills.