Senior Grant Accountant

Child Care Resource Center • Los Angeles, CA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Grant Accountant performs grant accounting, financial analysis, reporting, compliance, budgeting, and grant lifecycle management within a team structure. The position analyzes financial data, prepares and reviews funder reports, maintains grant records, and ensures accurate accounting and timely reporting in accordance with applicable regulations and GAAP. It also supports grant closeouts, audits, team training, and process improvement.

This is a full-time hybrid position, typically working Monday through Friday during regular business hours. The work environment includes standard office and warehouse settings with moderate background noise. Some business-related travel and driving is required for staff events and specified meetings; staff may choose their mode of transportation. The expected semimonthly salary is $3,669.33.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or equivalent.
• At least 6 years of work experience in Accounting or Finance, specifically preparing financial statements.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Extensive experience with a computerized accounting system.
• Demonstrated computer skills; intermediate knowledge of Excel and Word is desired in the minimum qualifications.
• Effective communication skills, attention to detail, and accuracy.
• Organization, customer service, collaboration, teamwork, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask, adjust to multiple demands, follow tasks through completion, and meet deadlines.
• Flexibility, mature judgment, and the ability to work collegially.
• Ability to exercise discretion, maintain confidentiality, make sound decisions, work independently, and take initiative.
• Maintain regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.
• Comply with confidentiality requirements, including HIPAA and PHI, and technological security requirements in accordance with agency policy and law.
• Some business-related travel and driving may be required. Staff who drive on behalf of CCRC must be approved drivers and meet requirements, including current auto insurance, a current California Driver's License, and DMV clearance.
• Background check required; additional clearances may apply depending on the program and role, including Live Scan/DOJ fingerprinting, health clearance, MVR/DMV clearance, Child Development Permit, CPR/Pediatric CPR certification, federal debarment checks, or a credit and bankruptcy check for positions with fiscal responsibility.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of government funding grant reporting requirements, budgeting, OMB Circulars, and nonprofit experience.
• Previous audit experience.
• Working knowledge of Workday ERP Financial Management.
• Working knowledge of Adaptive Planning budgeting software.

Responsibilities

• Perform variance analysis and financial forecasts for assigned contracts; analyze financial data, resolve issues, and ensure accurate recording and presentation of results.
• Present financial findings to the GM Supervisor, GM Director, program staff, and other management as requested.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual funder reports, invoices, financial statements, and supporting documentation.
• Ensure compliance with applicable legislation and federal and state regulations; maintain complete records and timely, accurate reporting to authorities.
• Set up new grants and contracts in Workday, including billing schedules and related system requirements.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance Adaptive reports for assigned grants, collaborating with the GM Supervisor and FP&A on reporting and analysis.
• Review, approve, and prepare journal vouchers, accounts receivable billings and adjustments, and other adjusting entries for assigned grants; monitor transactions through grant closeout and provide guidance and corrections.
• Review and recommend distribution codes and cost allocation methodologies; propose updates and help maintain the Cost Allocation Plan.
• Prepare budgets for annual refunding applications, collaborate with the GM Supervisor and Program Management, and update Adaptive funder-approved budgets to align with the agency's annual budget.
• Perform grant closeout activities, including reconciliations, financial status reports, final invoices, year-end liquidations, budget closeouts, and final financial reporting.
• Maintain working knowledge of funding and grants outside the assigned portfolio to support overall grant management.
• Respond to funder inquiries and requests and collaborate with the GM Supervisor and Grant Management staff to support Program Management.
• Support the GM Supervisor with guidance, mentoring, and cross-departmental training; assist with cross-functional teams and initiatives.
• Help design, implement, and document procedures that improve departmental efficiency and comply with company policies, professional standards, and GAAP reporting requirements.
• Attend, participate in, or facilitate department, program, staff, and other meetings as needed.
• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation for the annual financial audit; lead funder and grantor audits for assigned programs.
• Perform ad hoc assignments and research projects as needed.
• Stay current on accounting standards, agency contract funding terms and conditions, applicable guidelines and regulations, OMB circulars, and funding requirements.
• Serve as backup for other Grants Management team members and perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and voluntary life insurance.
• Basic life insurance and long-term disability paid for by CCRC.
• Employer contribution and employer match in the 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan, with 100% vesting.
• Vacation and sick time, holidays, and paid winter break.
• Learning and professional development opportunities, including education reimbursement.
• Employee assistance and wellness programs.
• Eligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness due to the organization's 501(c)(3) designation.
• Competitive compensation package.

What This Job Offers

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