Senior Accountant, Government Grant Billing

Breaking Ground • New York, NY

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About The Position

Reporting to the Director, Government Contracts, the Senior Accountant, Government Grant Billing manages the fiscal activities of a portfolio of government contracts and provides accurate and timely government contract related financial information. This includes adherence and compliance with government contracts fiscal guidelines and regulations as well as Breaking Ground policies and procedures. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Ensure timely and accurate preparation and submission of assigned contract billings and related financial reportsAssist in contract renewals and registrations and ensures proper documentation of all materials related to government contractsAssist the Director of Government Contracts and Controller in the annual audits (e.g. CFR, SEFA, and funder audits)Assist in the preparation and submission of government contract annual budgets, budget modifications, advance requests, new need requests and any other requests related to government contractsEnsure contract cost allocations match approved budgets and communicate allocation variances with the Director of Government Contacts and ControllerPrepare monthly financial reports and analysis needed for monthly meetingsProvide various financial analysis as neededMaintain up-to-date knowledge and understanding of all reporting requirements of BG funding agencies and contractsPerform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent experience; CPA preferred
• Minimum 3 years of experience in accounting and government contracts management
• Knowledge in government contract billing for Federal, State, and City agencies including DHS, DOHMH, HASA, HUD, OMH
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite programs including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Teams

Nice To Haves

• CPA preferred

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate preparation and submission of assigned contract billings and related financial reports
• Assist in contract renewals and registrations and ensures proper documentation of all materials related to government contracts
• Assist the Director of Government Contracts and Controller in the annual audits (e.g. CFR, SEFA, and funder audits)
• Assist in the preparation and submission of government contract annual budgets, budget modifications, advance requests, new need requests and any other requests related to government contracts
• Ensure contract cost allocations match approved budgets and communicate allocation variances with the Director of Government Contacts and Controller
• Prepare monthly financial reports and analysis needed for monthly meetings
• Provide various financial analysis as needed
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge and understanding of all reporting requirements of BG funding agencies and contracts
• Perform other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees