Senior Grant Accountant

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab • Chicago, IL

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

By joining our team, you’ll be part of our life-changing Mission and Vision. You’ll work in a truly inclusive environment where diversity and equity are championed through words and actions. You’ll contribute to an innovative culture that is second to none, one that embraces curiosity, discovery and compassion. You’ll play a role in something that’s never been done before as we integrate science and clinical care to help patients achieve better, faster outcomes — as we Advance Human Ability, together. Job Description Summary The Sr. Grant Accountant will, under the direction of the Supervisor and/or Manager of Regulatory Accounting, and adhering to established policies and procedures, perform a variety of professional tasks related to grant and philanthropic accounting such as analyzing and reconciling accounts, posting journal entries, preparing various, reports and providing financial management over Grant awards and philanthropic donations in accordance with GAAP.. The Sr. Grant Accountant will consistently demonstrate support of Shirley Ryan AbilityLab's mission statement of Vision, Mission and Core Values by striving for excellence, contributing to the team efforts and showing respect and compassion for patients and their families, fellow employees, and all others with whom there is contact at or in the interest of the organization. The Sr. Grant Accountant will demonstrate Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Core Attributes: Communication, Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Judgment/Problem Solving, Customer Service and Core Values (Hope, Compassion, Discovery, Collaboration, and Commitment to Excellence) while fulfilling job duties. Job Description The Senior Grant Accountant will: In coordination with the Supervisor and/or Manager of Regulatory Accounting, financially manage grant awards which includes (but not limited to) grant review, cost center set up, monthly invoicing/collections , preparing financial reports, identifying pre / post-period expenses and complete financial grant close-outs. Complete month-end and year-end close activities which include (but not limited to), preparing journal entries, revenue recognition, account reconciliations, rollforwards and analysis. Prepare annual endowment report to Donors. Gather information related to grants and philanthropic donations the annual 990 tax filing. Compile necessary documentation for internal and external audit engagements. Works with members of the Regulatory Accounting team to train and cross-train others on various aspects of grant and philanthropic accounting. Provides Supervisor and/or Manager of Regulatory Accounting with monthly & annual reports related to grants and philanthropic donations; which include pledges, endowments and direct contributions. Work with Research Administration on strategic planning, and Grant budget review. Research and keep abreast of new regulations related to philanthropic accounting, and auditing. Make recommendations to Management ensuring that SRAlab is in compliance with GAAP. Perform all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab. Assist in development of new policies where appropriate. Provide administrative support to the Research units and the Supervisor of Regulatory Accounting. Maintain and/or enhance existing reporting systems to ensure current and future business needs are met. Acts as backup point of contact for the Supervisor of Regulatory Accounting.

Requirements

• A Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field is required; a minimum of 5 years of related work experience.
• A relatively high level of analytical ability to gather, analyze and interpret financial information and prepare a variety of statements and reports.
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of business tools and technology.
• Working knowledge of Great Plains Accounting Software, Excel, MS Word, Power Point and Access.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure to meet deadlines while managing multiple priorities.
• Advanced written and oral communication skills; responding to customer requests in a timely manner.
• Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills needed to interpret and explain financial information to employees and management.
• Works well with all steak-holders by establishing and maintaining strong working relationships.
• Ability to work collaboratively and leverage expertise in other areas of the organization resulting in improved outcomes and efficiencies.
• Ability to identify and implement opportunities for continuous quality improvement.
• Candidate must have access to reliable internet when working remotely.

Nice To Haves

• CPA or Masters Degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics preferred.
• Experience working with GAAP in a not-for-profit environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• In coordination with the Supervisor and/or Manager of Regulatory Accounting, financially manage grant awards which includes (but not limited to) grant review, cost center set up, monthly invoicing/collections , preparing financial reports, identifying pre / post-period expenses and complete financial grant close-outs.
• Complete month-end and year-end close activities which include (but not limited to), preparing journal entries, revenue recognition, account reconciliations, rollforwards and analysis.
• Prepare annual endowment report to Donors.
• Gather information related to grants and philanthropic donations the annual 990 tax filing.
• Compile necessary documentation for internal and external audit engagements.
• Works with members of the Regulatory Accounting team to train and cross-train others on various aspects of grant and philanthropic accounting.
• Provides Supervisor and/or Manager of Regulatory Accounting with monthly & annual reports related to grants and philanthropic donations; which include pledges, endowments and direct contributions.
• Work with Research Administration on strategic planning, and Grant budget review.
• Research and keep abreast of new regulations related to philanthropic accounting, and auditing.
• Make recommendations to Management ensuring that SRAlab is in compliance with GAAP.
• Perform all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.
• Assist in development of new policies where appropriate.
• Provide administrative support to the Research units and the Supervisor of Regulatory Accounting.
• Maintain and/or enhance existing reporting systems to ensure current and future business needs are met.
• Acts as backup point of contact for the Supervisor of Regulatory Accounting.

Benefits

• Shirley Ryan AbilityLab offers a comprehensive benefits program that is competitive with our industry peers in our geographic locations: https://www.sralab.org/benefits
• Benefits and benefits’ eligibility can vary by position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level