Grant Accountant

Job Title:

Grant Accountant

Work Location:

Norfolk
FLSA:
Exempt
Pay Band: 04
Position Number: 295R0245
Role Code: 19031‑SW
Division:
Tidewater Community College

Work Schedule:

Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Telework options are subject to change based on business needs.
Sensitive Position:
Yes

Manage and oversee business processes and financial transactions related to the support, recording, compliance, and reporting of sponsored programs; review and approve all goods and services prior to obligation; ensure accurate posting to the general ledger; manage appropriation, allotment, and cash; reconcile financial information; prepare internal and external budget and financial reports.

Serve as a resource to the college community by responding to inquiries and providing professional guidance and training in the areas of grants, contracts, sub‑awards, subcontracts, and budgeting to ensure compliance with governance and regulatory bodies and provide accurate and transparent data to all stakeholders.

Interpret and apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), federal and state rules and regulations, Virginia Community College System (VCCS) policies and procedures; implement best practices required to ensure compliance, prevent financial loss, and maintain college goodwill.

Special Assignments:
May be required to perform other duties as assigned; may be required to assist the agency or state government in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

• Considerable knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and fund accounting.
• Demonstrated ability to apply and adapt established accounting methods to a variety of financial transactions and reports.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret complex policies and make sound decisions.
• Good organizational skills and ability to work independently.
• Experience using integrated financial reporting systems.
• Ability to assemble, analyze, and prepare financial reports and statements from multiple sources.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks to meet stringent deadlines.
• Research, investigation, analysis, reconciliation, and evaluation skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies to financial data.
• Advanced skills in word processing, spreadsheet, and database software.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with a wide range of constituents.

• Experience using Oracle Peoplesoft, Administrative Information System, and/or Commonwealth of Virginia Cardinal System.
• Experience using eVA Procurement System.
• Advanced training in grant/contract accounting, indirect cost plans, and federal cost principles.
• Knowledge of and work experience applying the Cash Management Improvement Act to effectively manage federal funds.
• Experience with governmental accounting or grant and contract accounting in a higher education environment.

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non‑merit factors.

VCCS is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and ADAAA, to provide reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

VCCS uses E‑Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. Candidates will be required to complete an I‑9 form and provide documentation of identity for employment purposes.

Disability:
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we encourage individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. Applicants should provide an AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability). For more information, visit https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon a criminal background investigation, which may include fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, and credit checks (relevant to employment). Candidates may also be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest at .