Accountant III

Job Summary

We are looking for a motivated Accountant III ready to take us to the next level! If you have a Bachelor’s Degree in Administration or Accounting and experience in financial reporting and grant management, and are looking for your next career move, apply now.

Job Description

• Aid with the preparation, administration, and submission of grants
• Made recommendations to supervisors on the interpretation of grant rules and regulations
• Keep accurate ledgers for grant/project awards
• Process grants financial activity reports and grant reimbursements
• Enter GL journals in PeopleSoft
• Provide projections as requested by the Director of the Fiscal Section
• Assist with quarterly review of the state’s Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards
• Serve as liaison to federal, state, and local agencies as directed by the Director of the Fiscal Division
• Represent the Department at meetings with various state and federal agencies
• Audit expenditures posted to grants to ensure accuracy and consistency with state and federal guidelines
• Prepare and submit federal drawdown requests for reimbursement of expenditures
• Prepare quarterly estimated expenditure reports for program personnel to ensure full utilization of federal funds
• Perform other duties as required

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Administration or Accounting (related academic training or work experience may substitute for degree where appropriate)
• Ability to resolve financial inquiries
• Working knowledge of state and federal accounting procedures
• Working knowledge of the state’s federal draw billing process
• Knowledge of state procurement procedures
• Ability to work with computerized word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and software
• Ability to operate and maintain office equipment, including computers and copy machines
• Function independently
• Maintain confidentiality
• Interpret and apply rules, regulations, and guidelines (Federal and State)
• Must be able to access, input, retrieve, and analyze information using a computer
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Organize, file, and retrieve information
• Proofread documents for accuracy
• Work with minimal supervision, prioritize work, and meet deadlines
• Apply basic accounting and math skills

Preferred

• Experience with federal audits and grant financial management
• Familiarity with PeopleSoft and federal drawdown billing processes

Physical Demands

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state, and local standards
• Conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor
• Communicate with customers/team members over the phone and in person
• Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc.

Pay and Benefits

• The pay range for this position is listed above. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including location, experience, and education.
• Benefit packages include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as 401k retirement account access.
• Employees in this role may also be entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.