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Grant Accountant

Manage accounting and financial reporting for grant activities, supporting both the main office and affiliated schools. Prepare and submit grant reimbursement requests on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis. Reconcile general ledger accounts with subledgers. Assist in preparing required grant reports for funding sources. Support audits of grant-funded projects by providing financial documentation and explanations. Enter and update grant award information using Oracle systems.

Use Microsoft Office programs and other computer tools to complete daily work efficiently. Stay organized and manage several tasks at once to meet deadlines. Work collaboratively within a small team, showing respect and professionalism. Make independent decisions and take responsibility for results. Work in person at the designated service center in Grand Rapids, MI. Approach new systems and challenges with a willingness to problem solve, especially in Oracle.

Help improve and develop new processes to streamline grant accounting work.

Required Qualifications:

• Staff accountant experience with grants or similar financial tasks.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in accounting or a related field.
• Two to four years of relevant experience or training.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Comfortable with teamwork and independent work.
• Quiet and focused work style preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with grants in an education environment.
• Familiarity with Oracle Cloud systems, especially PPM grant module.

Additional Details:

• No sponsorship or relocation available.
• This is a backfill position.
• No variable compensation offered.