Senior Accountant I - Grants

North County Transit District•Oceanside, CA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Under general direction from the Accounting Manager-Projects and Grants, the Grants Accountant prepares complex general ledger entries and account reconciliations. S/he works with the Accounting Manager-Projects and Grants to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the District’s general ledger. This position requires a high-level knowledge and application of accounting principles, project accounting, understanding of the interrelationships among accounting functions, and the ability to exercise more independent judgment in performing accounting functions. This position reports to the Accounting Manager-Projects and Grants and does not exercise any supervisory authority. This position is expected to participate in the sharing of expert knowledge and as a vital member of various project teams that may be instituted.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or related field.
Minimum four (4) years directly relevant experience in accounting.
A combination of experience/skills and education to fulfill the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for this position may be considered.
Strong knowledge of and the ability to apply generally accepted accounting and auditing principles.
Ability to read and understand technical material, government regulations, legal documents, and/or complex work instructions.
Ability to work effectively under pressure, multi-task, and organize workflow so as to deliver high-quality products within established deadlines.
Exceptional relationship-building skills to deal effectively with individuals at all levels of responsibility and authority.
Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
Ability to analyze routine and non-routine financial situations, solve problems, and present alternatives, and skills in preparing and analyzing complex financial reports.
Demonstrated above-average proficiency in computer software programs, particularly the Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems such as JD Edwards.

Responsibilities

Maintains detailed grant-funded project budgets and balances projects revenues to expenses.
Prepares adjusting/recurring journal entries as needed.
Maintains comprehensive financial records including invoices, receipts and other relevant documents.
Prepares invoices to grant agencies with the applicable backup documentation.
Prepares Federal Transit Administration (FTA) drawdown requests.
Performs monthly reconciliations of grant accounts; ensures accuracy and identifies discrepancies that need to be addressed.
Reconciles subsidiary ledgers with the general ledger.
Prepares and presents financial reports for grantors; details and tracks grants fund utilization; ensures compliance with reporting requirements.
Assists with audits related to grant-funded projects and provides needed financial documentation and explanations to auditors.
Assists in the preparation of grant applications, amendments requests, extensions, revisions, and progress updates.
Performs other related duties as assigned.