Grants Accountant and Auditor

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Grants Accountant and Auditor to support the financial oversight of disaster and non-disaster grants awarded to our agency. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, compliance, and timeliness of all grant-related financial activities, including reconciliations, drawdowns, and closeouts.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, finance, auditing, or budgeting, with experience working in a grant-funded environment. This role requires a high level of accuracy, independence, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines while ensuring compliance with federal and state grant regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process grant reconciliations, drawdowns, and closeouts for both disaster and non-disaster grants.
• Monitor grant revenue and expenditures to ensure accurate coding and full compliance with grant terms.
• Gather and compile financial and programmatic data from various sources for reporting purposes.
• Perform monthly reconciliations for each assigned grant and prepare journal entries in SHARE as needed.
• Maintain and analyze accounts receivable and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting in line with agency guidelines.
• Draw federal operating funds to cover expenditures and ensure maintenance of a positive cash balance.
• Prepare and submit detailed financial and programmatic reports to funding agencies.
• Collaborate with internal departments to collect relevant information and ensure grant compliance.

Qualifications:

Required Experience and/or Education in:

• Accounting
• Finance
• Auditing
• Budgeting
• Grant management or administration

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with grant-funded programs (federal, state, or local).
• Knowledge of public sector accounting standards and federal grant compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with SHARE (Statewide Human Resources, Accounting, and Management Reporting System) or similar ERP systems.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting systems