UPDATED Grant Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Full-Time (40 hours per week) Non-Exempt

Reports to Fiscal Officer

Pay Range: $28.00 - $31.00 per hour (annualized $58,340 - $64,480)

Summary of Position

The Grant Accountant is responsible for maintaining expertise in public funding rules and regulations, auditing periodic reports submitted by CNE’s subgrantees and providing financial training and technical assistance to multiple stakeholders. This person ensures subgrantee procedures and that the use of grant funds are in compliance with the local, state, and federal requirements applicable to each grant. Additionally, the Grant Accountant performs annual risk assessments for all of CNE’s subgrantees, keeps CNE’s subrecipient manual up to date, and conducts periodic financial site visits and audits, as needed. The successful candidate will have prior experience in federal and state discretionary grant management and strong interpersonal skills with the proven ability to collaborate and build relationships with multiple stakeholders. This person is a self-starter with strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to data accuracy and integrity.

Essential Job Duties

Grant Accounting

• Collaborates with CNE leadership team in the development of funder budgets and applications.
• Participates in, and provides input on, the financial components that go into subcontracting agreements.
• Collects periodic expenditure reports (monthly and quarterly) from subrecipients and reviews for accuracy and completeness.
• Submits accurate budgets, amendments, and periodic expenditure reports to funders in a timely manner.
• Provides assistance to subrecipients with budgeting and forecasting and identifies need for budget amendments.

Subrecipient Monitoring

• Performs ongoing financial monitoring of subrecipient budgets, forecasts, and expenditure reports to ensure compliance with CNE and funder rules and regulations. This includes, but is not limited to, a thorough review of subrecipients’ receipts, payroll records, and other expenses charged to the grant(s).
• Conducts annual risk assessments for CNE’s subrecipients to help inform internal financial audit requirements and site audit schedule.
• Collects and reviews independent audit reports from subrecipients on an annual basis and ensures audit findings, if any, have been addressed and corrected by subrecipients.

Training and Technical Assistance

• Works directly with subrecipients to ensure their clear understanding of subgrantee requirements.
• Assists subrecipients with the development of systems and procedures to strengthen their internal controls and ensure compliance with grant requirements.
• Ensures data accuracy and integrity of subrecipient accounting and financial reporting.
• Provides support, training, and technical assistance to internal and external partners with regards to subrecipient monitoring, federal/state financial regulations and requirements, and other topics within the scope of this position, as needed.

Subgrantee Audits

• Performs on-site and/or virtual financial audits of CNE’s subrecipients, as needed.
• Participates in the logistical planning and scheduling of subrecipient site audits.
• Prepares for and/or assists with the preparation of site audit reports.

Leadership

• Presents the mission, vision, and values of CNE in all aspects of job responsibilities.
• Embraces change and proactively looks for areas of improvement within the position to improve effectiveness and efficiency of processes.

Professional Development/Meetings

• Participates in regular staff meetings, staff training events, supervision meetings, and adheres to CNE policies and procedures.
• Completes and participates in performance assessments in a timely manner.
• Seeks professional development opportunities that advance knowledge in functional areas of responsibility.

Additional Duties

• As assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field and at least three (3) years of grant accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and federal and state cost principles and regulations.
• Demonstrated intermediate knowledge of OMB Circulars and Uniform Guidance.
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Excel.
• Effectively communicates technical information with non-technical audiences.
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage time, and tasks efficiently, and to ensure deadlines are met.
• Able to process, protect, and exercise discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information and materials in a professional manner.
• Demonstrated respect and acceptance of all individuals and communities served by, working in partnership with or employed by Childcare Network of Evanston.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated timely follow-through and ability to work independently at a fast and efficient pace, exercising independent judgement to meet deadlines, prioritize tasks, and produce deliverables.
• Consistently demonstrates respect, concern, & responsiveness in verbal & written communications.
• Flexible, effective, and able to adapt quickly to changing needs and priorities.
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural, interdisciplinary environment and with a diverse population.

The Childcare Network of Evanston’s mission is to connect all of our youngest learners and their families to equitable, high-quality early childhood experiences that reflect diverse cultures and abilities, which fosters a sense of belonging.

Company Description

The Childcare Network of Evanston’s mission is to connect all of our youngest learners and their families to equitable, high-quality early childhood experiences that reflect diverse cultures and abilities, which fosters a sense of belonging.