Senior Grant & Contract Accountant - Temporary

Educare of Omaha Inc.-posted about 5 hours ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Onsite • Omaha, NE
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At Educare of Omaha, Inc., we invest in our staff just as much as we invest in our children. Reimagine your role. Rediscover your passion. Join the Fun. Make a Difference. This position is temporary for 6 months. Extension or transition to a fixed role may be considered based on performance, staffing patterns, and budgetary approval. The Senior Grants & Contract Accountant plays the central role at Educare of Omaha, Inc. in ensuring that private, federal, and other non-profit grant and contract funds are spent according to project and donor requirements. The role reports to the Fiscal Services Director and will act as the financial business advisor to the Department and Executive Team. This position’s key focus is to provide business reports to all levels of the organization in relation to financial projects, pursue transactional excellence in supporting financial projects, and ensure adequate compliance and controls regarding policies and procedures.

  • Maintain a complete listing of designated funds by program, reconciled to general ledger balances in Sage Intacct.
  • Review and track all grant agreements and contracts funded by Federal, State, corporate, and private donors to ensure compliance with Uniform Guidance, HSPPS, and donor-specific requirements.
  • Ensure accurate setup of revenue funds, project dimensions, and overhead allocations in Sage Intacct for proper tracking of donor funding.
  • Review timesheets, verify effort certification, calculate compensation and fringe allocations, and maintain supporting documentation per 2 CFR 200.430.
  • Ensure proper revenue recognition and invoicing per grant and contract terms in accordance with GAAP and Uniform Guidance.
  • Actively manage project-specific items including deferred revenue, open AR, pledges, and expense allocations.
  • Develop and implement policies and procedures for grant and contract compliance, incorporating HSPPS fiscal requirements.
  • Collaborate with program teams to provide pre- and post-award financial guidance, training, and support on reporting practices and compliance.
  • Perform cost analysis, feasibility studies, and allocation reviews for proposals and ongoing projects.
  • Review proposed grants and contracts for reasonableness, audit requirements, and compliance with Federal regulations.
  • Oversee internal and external movement of program funds, ensuring expenditures are allowable, allocable, and reasonable under Uniform Guidance.
  • Manage State and Federal project budgets and forecasts; communicate variances and recommend reallocations or cash drawdowns.
  • Participate in monthly financial review meetings to discuss spending trends, variances, and pending transactions.
  • Close out project accounts upon completion, ensuring compliance with 2 CFR 200.344.
  • Assist in development and audit of the organization’s Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (NICRA).
  • Lead donor-required audits, acting as primary financial contact and ensuring timely submission of documentation.
  • Stay current on Uniform Guidance, HSPPS, and Federal/State fiscal regulations.
  • Prepare grant budgets and financial reports for assigned programs.
  • Audit internal monthly grant reports and meet regularly with program leadership to align spending strategies.
  • Collaborate with accounting to maintain accurate pledge and private fund records; assist with revenue analysis.
  • Audit and maintain integrity of budget data entered into award management systems.
  • Ensure team compliance with SOPs and grant management processes to meet internal and funder deadlines.
  • Manage revenue allocation reporting and troubleshoot discrepancies between Sage Intacct and Ramp.
  • Maintain and update departmental SOPs and lead change management for new processes.
  • Support annual budget planning by identifying available funding for programs and personnel.
  • Prepare and review donor financial reports, ensuring alignment with grant budgets and forecasting requirements.
  • Provide project specific financial reports and documentation when needed by management and stakeholders.
  • Support business development by preparing and reviewing budgets and cost proposals for grant applications.
  • Coordinate completion of donor due diligence and vetting documentation.
  • Manage financial pre-award risk assessments and post-award monitoring of subrecipients, documenting internal control gaps and corrective actions.
  • Build capacity of local partners through financial training and policy development.
  • Bachelor’s degree required;
  • BS/BA in Accounting, Finance, or Economics or related field preferred. An advanced degree (MBA or master’s in accounting/finance) is highly desirable.
  • Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in financial grant management, including substantial experience managing Federal awards.
  • Up to 96 hours vacation and 96 hours sick time in your first year
  • 10 paid holidays, including your birthday
  • 2-week paid Winter Break
  • 1-week paid Spring Break
  • Paid inclement weather days
  • Starting at $70,000 annually (based on experience and tenure)
  • Medical premiums starting at $40.32 per paycheck
  • No copays for mental health therapy
  • Dental, vision, FSA, life insurance, short-term disability, and more
  • 403(b) retirement plan with 3% employer match
  • Ongoing coaching and professional development
  • Tuition assistance available
  • No contracts
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