Grants and Compliance Accountant

TUCSON AIRPORT AUTHORITY•Tucson, AZ

2h•$57,783 - $88,744

About The Position

Under general supervision, assists the grants team with reporting, monitoring compliance, and preparing full invoicing and reimbursement processes for grant funded projects including journal entries, analyses, and other required tasks for the month-end close process; assists in the reconciliation of grant reimbursement balance sheet, accounts and required reporting documents and forms. Assists with other general accounting tasks, as needed to support the Tucson Airport Authority (TAA) for Tucson International Airport (TUS) and Ryan Airfield (RYN). Essential Functions: The following functions and all other functions not included in this job description are to be performed in the best interests and for the greater good of TAA. Support and advocate for TAA’s Mission, Vision, Guiding Principles and act as a champion and role-model of TAA’s Cultural Fundamentals. Prepare and record monthly reimbursement packets and entries in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Assist in the coordination of the month-end close process. Perform monthly general ledger account analyses and reconciliations, including but not limited to project summaries. Review accounting records and transactions as assigned for accuracy, adequacy of supporting documentation, and compliance with company policy and procedures. Assist in preparing for grant audits, ensuring that all project records, procurement documents, and financial reports are organized and complete for audit review. Assist with preparation of the annual Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards as part of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. Assist with grant reconciliations, including the grant closeout process, ensuring that financial reports, project summaries, and any funding agency required closeout documentation are submitted timely. Support the Director of Grants and Compliance with the final reconciliation of grant expenditures to ensure compliance with funding agency’s reporting and grant closeout standards, including maintaining records per record-keeping guidelines. Reconcile balance sheet accounts and prepare associated schedules as assigned. Assist as needed with preparation of monthly federal excise tax, sales and use tax reports. Assist with accounts payable functions, as needed. Actively support the annual financial audit process. Proactively identify areas for potential improvement in the Finance Department and Grants and Compliance processes. Other duties as assigned. Be responsive to airport emergencies and situations that may involve loss of human life or property; support public safety and operational response to emergencies; utilize Incident Management System (ICS)/National Incident Management System (NIMS) protocols and procedures; coordinate and/or participate in after-action emergency de-briefing with appropriate departments and stakeholders. The above listed functions are not necessarily all the essential functions. Job duties and functions may be expanded or reduced by management based on future changing needs and job requirements.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or other related fields from an accredited college or university and two years related experience. TAA will consider any equivalent combination of experience and education that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Microsoft Excel Intermediate level
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software experience
Advanced account reconciliations
Perform tasks with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to initiate and organize responsibilities and to meet deadlines.
Willingness to take independent action relative to work problems requiring immediate solutions, including notification to your supervisor if you are unable to resolve work problems.
Desired candidate can work with cross-functional teams and provide excellent customer service.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated analytical skills and innovative approach to problem-solving.
Read, write, and speak the English language in an articulate, fluent manner.
Communicate clearly via telephone/cellular telephone.
Use office machines, i.e., computer, fax, calculators, copy machines and other office machines.
Establish and maintain effective and positive working relationships with department personnel, other TAA personnel, outside agencies and airport users as required.
Maintain discreet and professional sense of confidentiality; understand that dissemination of information outside of job requirements is based on "need-to-know".
Be sensitive and aware of actions and reactions of employees, tenants, and outside agencies, and inform management of appropriate concerns.
Perform cross-training within work environment.
Engage in self-improvement activities and training.
Exercise effective customer service and public relations practices and procedures.
Valid Arizona Driver’s license.
Must obtain and maintain access to the Security Identification Display Area (SIDA).
Must successfully complete the National Incident Management System (NIMS) 100, and 200 course requirements and certifications within first year of employment.
As an employee, you are deemed to be essential personnel as part of TAA’s emergency response, and must respond to airport incidents, as requested/required.

Responsibilities

Prepare and record monthly reimbursement packets and entries in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
Assist in the coordination of the month-end close process.
Perform monthly general ledger account analyses and reconciliations, including but not limited to project summaries.
Review accounting records and transactions as assigned for accuracy, adequacy of supporting documentation, and compliance with company policy and procedures.
Assist in preparing for grant audits, ensuring that all project records, procurement documents, and financial reports are organized and complete for audit review.
Assist with preparation of the annual Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards as part of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.
Assist with grant reconciliations, including the grant closeout process, ensuring that financial reports, project summaries, and any funding agency required closeout documentation are submitted timely.
Support the Director of Grants and Compliance with the final reconciliation of grant expenditures to ensure compliance with funding agency’s reporting and grant closeout standards, including maintaining records per record-keeping guidelines.
Reconcile balance sheet accounts and prepare associated schedules as assigned.
Assist as needed with preparation of monthly federal excise tax, sales and use tax reports.
Assist with accounts payable functions, as needed.
Actively support the annual financial audit process.
Proactively identify areas for potential improvement in the Finance Department and Grants and Compliance processes.
Be responsive to airport emergencies and situations that may involve loss of human life or property; support public safety and operational response to emergencies; utilize Incident Management System (ICS)/National Incident Management System (NIMS) protocols and procedures; coordinate and/or participate in after-action emergency de-briefing with appropriate departments and stakeholders.
Other duties as assigned.