Grants Accountant Job Elizabeth area,New Jersey USA,Finance & Banking

Responsible for development of budgets for all contract and grant submissions. Responsible for reporting including tracking ofexpenditures and producing required back-ups. Responsible for ensuring the agency is in compliance with all federal and statecontracting requirements. Responsible for recording all accounting entries by program and reconciling internal budgets to contractsubmissions. Prepare annual internal budgets and schedules for financial audit on contracts. Communicate effectively with the Chief Financial Officer regarding status of work.

Be able and flexible to work additional hours as needed to complete assignments.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in accounting required. CPA or MBA preferred. Minimum five years of progressively responsible experience in grants management and accounting. Not-for-profit experience is a plus.

JOB TASKS

Develop and produce all required weekly, monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad-hoc reports on a timely basis.

Utilize advanced analytical skills to review reports and identify potential areas of opportunity and concern to senior and executive management.

Contribute to the development of the budget process in regards to grants and contracts.

Communicate with government agencies and auditors as needed, and provide reports and documentation as requested.

Maintain outstanding list of contracts and their deliverables.

Create journal entries to record grants and contracts revenues and expenses.

Meet contract submission deadlines consistently.

SHIFT

Medical Insurance
- Benefits begin 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
Dental Insurance
- Benefits begin 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
401(K) with matching contribution if eligible
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Tuition Assistance
- To support our staff in their career advancement and development.
Employee of the Month Recognition
Longevity/Anniversary Recognition
Long-term Disability Insurance
Short-term Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
Project Assistance Loans/Grants
- Interest free loans, if eligible.
Wellness Benefit
- As part of our commitment to your overall well-being, we’re proud to offer a Wellness Reimbursement Benefit. This program is designed to support your physical health by reimbursing eligible wellness-related expenses—because we believe that when you feel your best, you do your best!
Bereavement Days
Paid Holidays

Our organization is committed to diversity, equal opportunity, and affirmative action. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We are committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

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