Accountant II

Location: Columbia

The purpose of the class is to perform responsible accounting work and financial administration in support of grant programs managed by the Grants & Community Outreach Department and the Richland County Community Development Office. This role will primarily assist with accounting work from award setup to final closeout for grants from the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD), along with a variety of other external grants, predominantly serving low- and moderate-income households and communities in unincorporated Richland County.

Working under the direct supervision of the Community Development Division Manager, this position works closely with grant programmatic staff to support a portfolio including $3M in annual HUD grants, $20M in one-time HUD grants, and $3-$5M in annual external grants overseen by the County. This position assists with federal, state, and local grants, works closely with nonprofits and agencies as subrecipients, and engages with multiple grants management databases and financial systems.

This is a regular, full-time position within the Grants & Community Outreach Department and is supported by the County’s operating budget. This position is not grant-funded or tied to the period of performance of any specific grant award. This role works within a general outline of work to be performed, and develops work methods and sequences under general supervision.

ESSENTIAL TASKSThe following essential tasks represent the primary responsibilities and activities for this position. Management may assign additional tasks related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

Works with Director and leadership team to manage the Department Budget, assisting with accounts payable, Purchase Orders & requisitions, P-card and bank statement processes, budget setup, payroll projections, and the annual budget process.

Works alongside and closely with Community Development staff to support the management of federal funds from HUD, including development of the Annual Action Plan and substantial amendments, programmatic budgets, selection of projects, and underwriting with the down payment assistance program, as needed.

Performs responsible accounting work in the preparation, management, reconciliation, and tracking of grant program financial records and reports for assigned grants..Establish and maintain grant budgets, Workday worktags, awards, and projects.

Monitor grant revenues and expenditures to ensure compliance with approved budgets, grant agreements, and funding requirements.

Prepare reimbursement requests, financial status reports, drawdowns, and required reports accurately and within required deadlines.

Must learn and work with tracking, reporting, drawdowns (voucher creation), and reimbursements through HUD’s Integrated Disbursement & Information System (IDIS) and Disaster Recovery Grant Reporting (DRGR) system which manage the HOME, CDBG and ESG grants.

Ensures revenue received from external grant reimbursements is appropriately credited to accounts and budgets.

Tracks program income, matching funds, and developers fees received across multiple grants and projects.

Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial adjustments related to grant activity.

Perform monthly and quarterly reconciliations of grant expenditures, revenues, cash receipts, and reimbursement activity.

Analyze financial data to identify discrepancies, develop corrective actions, and resolve issues with Departmental leadership.

Assists with ensuring compliance with Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200), grant agreements, County policies, and applicable federal and state regulations.

Prepare documentation supporting Single Audits, financial audits, grant monitoring reviews, and other…