Staff Accountant

Position Summary

The Staff Accountant is responsible for grant management, general ledger accounting, and financial analysis.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure grant-related services are recorded and tracked appropriately in accounting systems.
• Maintain all supporting documentation.
• Update and maintain grant management model for accounting, management reporting, and audit purposes.
• Reconcile to General Ledger.
• Evaluate eligibility for reimbursement based on contract terms and approved budgets.
• Prepare and submit requests for reimbursement per grantor’s published schedule.
• Prepare management reports and participate in grant reviews per established schedule.
• Participate in grant applications, budget revisions, and program audits as needed.
• Accounts Receivable:
  • Monitor fee-for-service activity, report and resolve discrepancies.
  • Ensure transactions are recorded accurately in the general ledger.
  • Prepare management reports and related analysis by established deadlines.

Other Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute management reports (departmental budget versus actual reports).
• Maintain records for audit.
• Aid in preparation of monthly financial package.
• Crosstrain with departmental staff on all primary functions.

Competencies

• Accounting - Demonstrates knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles. Works with a high degree of accuracy.
• Grant Management – Demonstrates familiarity with 2 CFR 200 Uniform Guidance for Federal Awards and Uniform Grant Management Standards (UGMS).
• Planning and Organization - Integrates changes smoothly. Plans for additional resources. Prioritizes and plans work activities. Sets goals and objectives. Uses time efficiently. Works in an organized manner.
• Problem Solving and Initiative - Identifies and communicates problems, together with proposed solutions, in a timely manner. Resolves problems in early stages. Gathers and analyzes information skillfully. Works well in group problem solving situations.

Qualifications

• Education/Experience: Associate’s degree in accounting prefers Bachelor’s degree or related field. 2-4 years of recent and relevant work experience. Nonprofit accounting experience a plus.
• Language Ability: Ability to speak with self-confidence. Ability to produce professional correspondence and presentations.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to identify and plan long- and short-term goals.
• Computer Skills: Demonstrate knowledge of computer programs and databases including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook). Familiarity with Financial Edge NXT a plus.