Travel & Direct Keyer; Fiscal Technician II - 61006356 & 61008609

Overview

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The South Carolina Department of Public Health (SC DPH) is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Travel & Direct Pay Keyer to manage travel reimbursements, direct pay invoices, and program expense processing. This position plays a vital role in ensuring timely and accurate financial transactions, serving as a key resource for staff and budget managers to maintain compliance and efficiency in payment processing and documentation.

• Travel Reimbursements & Funding Coordination
  • Audit and process travel claims and cash advances using the SCEIS FV60 system within three business days of receipt.
  • Verify completeness and accuracy of required documentation (DPH
    104 forms, invoices, receipts, agendas, and approvals).
  • Communicate with staff to resolve discrepancies prior to processing.
  • Submit travel claim funding requests to budget managers for appropriate allocation.
• Invoice Review & Accounts Payable
  • Review direct expenditure invoices and receipts for accuracy and proper cost allocation.
  • Process and key accounts payable invoices for both state and county expenses using SCEIS FV60.
  • Prepare and disburse invoices for processing through county systems in accordance with established procedures.
• Program Expense Management
  • Prepare Funds Reservations and claims for payment of operational expenses across all programs.
  • Process monthly IDT invoices for State Fleet, DPH Motor Pool, and other regional services.
  • Handle tuition reimbursement requests for DPH employees, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
• Financial Documentation & Compliance
  • Maintain compliance with agency financial procedures and timelines.
  • Ensure all transactions are properly documented and supported for audit readiness.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to resolve funding or documentation issues as needed.
• Other Duties
  • Perform additional tasks as assigned to support departmental operations.

State Minimum: 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.

Institutions of Higher Learning: must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Agency Minimum: A bachelor's degree with multiple accounting courses. An associate's degree and one (1) year of experience in accounts payable/accounting/bookkeeping. A high school diploma and three (3) years of experience in accounts payable/accounting/bookkeeping. Strong time management skills with the ability to meet daily and monthly deadlines.

This role requires someone who is highly organized, capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously, and self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving and task completion.

* Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications, subject to approval by the DPH Chief Human Resources Officer, or their delegate.*

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical proficiency in tools such as Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, Adobe applications, and the SCEIS financial system. They should have completed professional development courses in areas such as productivity, emotional intelligence, effective communication, and diversity in the workplace.

EEO: The Department of Public Health 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),…