Grant Accountant

Ibero-American Action League, Inc.•City of Rochester, NY

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Controller, the Grants Accountant is responsible for centralized grant accounting and accounts receivable functions, including grant vouchering, financial reporting, reconciliations, compliance and other related duties as required. This position holds a relatively high degree of independence within the framework of the agency’s policies and procedures. The individual must be resourceful and able to display initiative and understanding of management systems and interpersonal relations.

Requirements

AAS-Accounting, Bachelors preferred.
Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Three to five years of Finance or Accounting experience.
Computer-MS Office, MIP Accounting Software or equivalent
Excellent communication and written skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Team-oriented, adaptable, and able to work collaboratively across departments.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with nonprofit accounting standards is preferred.
nonprofit experience preferred.
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepares vouchers for federal, state, county, and other government grants.
Maintains all related financial records and ensures they are current and accurate.
Monitors grant accounts receivable balances and follow up on outstanding reimbursements and payments as necessary.
Ensures documentation to support valid financial reports is adequate and makes any adjustments, as necessary.
In partnership with division directors and the executive leadership team, helps develop budgets and program financial reports.
Follows up with Ibero Program Directors to verify that participant information is accurate and up to date.
Works outside of regularly scheduled working hours when necessary.
Completes audit and assessment of all government contracts annually and creates annual vouchering schedule.
Ensures grant accounting process is complying based on audit requirements and best practices.
Supports the preparation and maintenance of balance sheet supporting schedules used for tracking and reconciliation, including grant advances and deferred revenue.
Maintains access to SFS, Grants Gateway, and other government grant management systems, and assists in ensuring required organizational information and prequalification requirements remain current.
Ability to safeguard confidential information.
Attend staff meetings and staff functions as needed.
Other assignments and special projects required or assigned by the Controller or CEO.