Grant Accountant
Roth Staffing Companies

Job Info

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JOB SUMMARY:

The Grants Accountant is responsible for managing a portfolio of public and private grants activities for the organization.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE, but are not limited to the following:

? Directly manage the monthly logistics, preparation, and submission of a portfolio of grant invoices as well as periodic reports for a variety of funders.

? Engage regularly with program leadership to manage grant budgets.

? Ensure all grant invoicing is valid within contract guidelines and that reimbursement requests are booked accurately in the accounting system.

? Resolve issues surrounding grant invoices including disallowed expenses or technical issues by working collaboratively with other staff members and funders to ensure positive outcomes and prevent delays in billing.

? Perform periodic reconciliations of general ledger accounts and prior months to ensure that all applicable expenses are captured in monthly billing.

? Prepare grant budgets and budget modifications.

? Track grant budgets monthly to ensure funder compliance and maximum utilization; recommend strategies to ensure spend down.

? Prepare grant variance and other ad hoc reports for agency leadership.

? Assist with fiscal monitorings as well as the annual audit.

? Assist with other finance and accounting projects as required.

? Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

? Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communications skills.

? Advanced skills in Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), QuickBooks and payroll database. ADP experience is strongly preferred.

? Understanding of allocation methodology.

? Knowledge of GAAP and OMB Circular guidelines.

? Knowledge of the full process of government contract billing.

? Possess a valid California driver's license and have access to a properly registered and insured vehicle.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

? Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field preferred.

? 3 - 5 years of experience in government grants management or related financial fields.

? Experience working with a complex chart of accounts.

? Experience with Uniform Guidance audits and audits.

? Strong general accounting and government grant experience.

? High School Diploma or GED required.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

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