Accountant I

Position Summary The Accountant I is responsible for performing administrative financial functions in the Financial Services department. This position will report to the Vice President of Finance with minimal supervision. This position will apply accounting principles and practices to a range of accounting, budgeting, and other fiscal functions. The Accountant I role requires knowledge of theories, principles, practices, and terminology of accountancy.

Essential Functions

• Prepare special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends.
• Coordinate with team members including third-party servicers on the daily transactions.
• Analyze and process loan forgiveness applications.
• Assists with all Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable transactions.
• Coordinate, prepare, and assist with daily and monthly processing of journal entries.
• Prepare monthly general ledger reconciliations.
• Assist in the coordination of internal and external audits. Prepare and reconcile necessary entries and audit work papers to the general ledger.
• Prepare and assist with annual reporting requirements.
• Assist in accounting and reporting research.
• Serve as a backup for other duties within the Financial Services department as determined by Financial Services management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Training in accounting principles and practices is required.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of related work experience.

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrates core values of respect, integrity, great service, high value for employees and customers, transparency and teamwork, through actions and behaviors.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing with all levels of management, staff and internal/external stakeholders.
• Sound interpersonal skills with the desire to build mutually beneficial relationships internally and externally.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to manage multiple competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Ability to accept accountability for decisions, actions and results.
• Ability to work harmoniously as a reliable team member.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and related software.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Well-organized, efficient, and able to work independently with multiple projects.
• Experience working with all levels of management and staff.

Location and Commitments SCSLC is located at 1901 Main Street, Suite 400, Columbia, SC 29201. Our standard hours of operation are from 8:00 AM-5:00 PM. Hybrid Work (Eligible Employees)

• South Carolina Student Loan Corporation values and supports flexibility provided by a hybrid workplace.
• Hybrid work arrangements may be used to allow eligible staff members to fulfill some or all of their duties from an off-site location. Home offices are preferred however, alternate secure locations are permitted.
• As a general practice, employees are expected to report to the office Tuesday through Thursday during standard hours of operation. This will allow for in-person meetings, team collaboration and other scheduled company training and events. On Monday’s and Friday’s employees may work remotely unless they’re requested to be in the office.
• Hybrid working is a flexible arrangement, so it can be changed, stopped, or started at any point. If stopped, your working pattern will revert back to your regular hours at our physical location.
• Please refer to the Hybrid Workplace Policy for additional details.

Working Conditions & Travel

• Minimum travel is required and is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be required.
• Work is performed primarily in an office environment using standard office equipment.
• Bending, stooping, twisting, and/or walking.
• Reaching above and/or below the shoulders.
• Handling/grasping documents or office equipment.
• Sitting and/or standing for short or extended periods of time.
• Clear speaking and adequate hearing sufficient to communicate effectively and respond appropriately to internal and external customers, in-person and/or on the telephone.
• Ability to interpret and mentally process source materials and computer screen data.
• Repetitive motions for computer equipment use.
• Exertion of force up to 25 pounds, continuously to lift/carry/move objects, files, and documents.