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IT Budget Analyst #26-005
State of South Carolina
Department of Probation, Parole & Pardon
Location
South Carolina, 29210
Salary
$52,100 - $88,600
per year
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job involves managing the IT budget for a state agency focused on probation, parole, and pardon services, including monitoring spending, spotting issues, and suggesting improvements to keep everything on track.
You'll work closely with the budget director to review finances regularly and handle related accounting tasks.
It's a good fit for someone detail-oriented with a finance background who enjoys analyzing numbers and collaborating with teams to explain budget details simply.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field
- Three years of experience in accounting, finance, or business-related roles
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
- Proficiency with accounting and reporting software like SCEIS or SRM
- Ability to analyze and interpret complex financial, budgeting, and auditing data
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for explaining finances to non-experts
- High attention to detail and accuracy, especially under deadlines
Full Job Description
Under general supervision of the Budget Director responsible for overseeing the activities of the agency wide Information Technology (IT) budget and Information Technology Services (ITS) budget throughout the year. Identify potential problem resolutions by determining or recommending and implementing a risk mitigation strategy, best practices and continuous process improvement related to IT and ITS budget process. Assists the Budget Director with conducting monthly and quarterly reviews of budget centers and performs other professional accounting / budget duties as required.
Requirements
A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business or a related field and professional experience in a related area, such as accounting, auditing, finance, or banking.
Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree and three years of accounting, finance, or business-related experience. Ability to ensure compliance with accounting standards and procedures.
Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with accounting and reporting software (e.g., SCEIS, SRM, etc.). High attention to detail and accuracy under deadlines.
Must have ability to analyze and interpret complex budgeting, auditing, and financial data.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to translate financial data for non-financial audiences. Ability to work collaboratively with program and fiscal teams.
Additional Information
SCDPPPS DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS ARE CONSIDERED DURING THE INTERVIEW PHASE.
Please complete the state application to include current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the minimum qualifications for the position.
SCDPPPS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
The South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services is committed to maintaining a workforce that is free of unlawful discrimination, including harassment on the bases of race, color, national origin, religion, age (40+) or disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity).
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