Accountant II- Grants Accountant

Swinomish Indian Tribal Community•La Conner, WA

3d•$34 - $45

About The Position

The Grants Accountant is the main support position for funding agreements with assigned agencies within the Tribal Government. This position is responsible for setting up and maintaining accounts and audit ready files for assigned agreements.

Requirements

Associates Degree in Accounting, Business or Similar
5 or more years of experience working with grants
Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs, especially Excel and Outlook
Proficient with 10-Key
Ability to work to external deadlines
High attention to detail

Nice To Haves

Experience with MIP Fund Accounting, Microix and Laserfiche is preferred
Fund Accounting experience preferred
Ability to work well with others. Able to interact with other teammates regarding work and willing to help those who need additional help

Responsibilities

Develop general knowledge in all areas of the Finance Department
Ensure all agreements and amendments/modifications are submitted to the repository timely
Review and maintain all metadata submitted to the repository
Ensure budgets are entered accurately and timely, and maintained throughout the budget period
Maintain audit-ready financial records related to funding agreements
Review expenses for allowability, allocability, and reasonableness of cost, and process journal entries to make corrections as needed
Process drawdowns, revenue adjustments, and invoices timely, and record accounts receivable
Reconcile revenues and expenses for budget period and/or grant closeout
Prepare and submit financial reports as required by the terms and conditions of the award
Serve as the primary financial point of contact between funding agencies and the Tribe for assigned agreements
Provide accounting support to program staff as needed throughout the grant lifecycle, including grant kickoff and closeout meetings
Assist in grant audits and grant compliance as needed, including assisting in preparation of the SEFA and final account reconciliation/year-end adjustments
Other duties as assigned