Grant Accountant II

St Vincent De Paul Cares•Port Charlotte, FL

22h

About The Position

Provides a broad spectrum of accounting functions and business practices that relate to the financial integrity of the District Office and SSVF Program. Individual will effectively establish and maintain accounting practices to ensure accurate and reliable data necessary for business operations.

Requirements

Able to speak, write and understand English
Possess basic computer skills
Must be sensitive to and respect cultural diversity amongst clients, staff, and volunteers and able to work with diverse racial, ethnic, and economic groups
Flexible work schedule including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays
Ability to set appropriate limits, work under deadlines and multi-task
Ability to organize, prioritize, self-motivate, and deliver results
Excellent communication and listening skills
Possess strong work ethics
Successfully pass Law Enforcement background screening
Valid Florida driver’s license if driving an agency vehicle or a personal vehicle for company business
Must have reliable transportation
Participate in Agency Performance Quality Improvement (PQI) program and Accreditation/Reaccreditation process
Mission-driven attitude supplemented with integrity and passion
Adherence to the highest ethical standards, personally and professionally
A high level of openness and willingness to receive feedback/suggestions from superiors and others, and to learn new skills to improve job performance
Evidence of deep alignment with the Society of St. Vincent de Paul South Pinellas, Inc. Mission and Values
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Bachelor’s degree preferably in Accounting or Finance
At least 3 years’ experience working as an Accountant, preferably in Grant Accounting.
Ability to manage financial workflow in a complex, high-volume environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and cloud-based financial ERP system, preferably SAGE Intacct.

Nice To Haves

Ability to handle multiple priorities, accept and respond to direction and guidance, and detail oriented
Knowledge of basic clerical tasks and responsibilities
Ability to accurately file alphabetically and numerically
Ability to operate a telephone, PC, or other data entry devices
Extensive knowledge of Access, Excel, Microsoft Word, and cloud-based accounting software
Strong organizational, time management, and data management skills
Proven ability to work effectively both individually and as part of a team
Ability to multi-task and problem solve under pressure
Ability to construct written correspondence with co-workers, vendors, etc., via e-mail, memos, or forms

Responsibilities

Reviews financial statements for reasonable content and form
Maintain a system of financial accounting, reporting, and record keeping in accordance to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB).
Assists Finance and Operations teams leadership and Grant Manager with pre-award budget development and performs post-award budget revision reporting for grants.
Responsible for budgetary control and post award compliance with federal, state, local, and funder regulations.
Responsible for processing client related accounts payable and reconciliation processes for local staff.
Responsible for the invoicing and reconciliation processes related to drawdowns from funding agencies.
Responsible for the monitoring of grant activity including cost overruns, cost sharing and unallowable administrative expenses.
Reconciles and prepares monthly and quarterly financial grant reports in according to generally accepted accounting procedures.
Prepares and maintains reimbursement expenditure reports for grants and reconciles monthly grant reports to funds received.
Maintains monthly performance and accountability for current and pending federal, state, local, foundation, and private grants.
Attends monthly review meetings with the Finance Team.
Assists the CFO & Financial Team with Grant Monitoring and Grant Audits.
Communicate with faculty, staff, and outside contacts to provide financial and accounting information and support as needed.
Maintain knowledge of internal control requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned, including project and committee work.
Cross train on other Finance / Business Office functions.
Flexibility to take on new tasks as Business Office needs change.
Completes audit schedules as assigned for the end of the year independent audit
Prepares and deposits money into bank
Reviews invoices for accuracy and completeness and enters into computer system
Examines records of amounts due and makes sure invoices are paid according to terms
Prepares special reports, documents, and records as needed
Prepares electronic financial reports for Management Team and funders on a weekly and monthly basis for monitoring
Assists with the year-end audit, as requested