National Experienced Workforce Solutions (NEW Solutions) · 2 years ago
Grants Accountant
NEW Solutions is a recognized leader in providing skilled workforce solutions to federal government agencies. The Grants Accountant will manage all grant financial activities for various programs, ensuring compliance and accurate reporting while supporting budget preparation and audit processes.
ConsultingNon ProfitRecruiting
Responsibilities
Creates cost analysis worksheets for new positions. Manages all aspects of weekly drawdown of funds from the Federal grant payment system (ASAP.gov) to support Program activities. Prepares monthly invoices for Federal and State task agreements; prepares Form SF270, supporting documentation, and other forms for monthly cash advances/reimbursements
Performs accounts receivable functions for each project. Managew cash requirements to ensure sufficient cash to meet program outlays. Prepares timely and accurate bank reconciliations for bank accounts
Monitors funding for individual positions and notifies/works with monitors and coordinators when funding is needed. Ensures that adequate funding is secured timely for individual positions based on budgeted expenditures, including forecasting when additional funds need to be awarded and ensuring that funds are available to be drawn on in ASAP.gov. Updates funding for each position via funding re-allocation tool
Prepares monthly life-to-date report. Provides life-to-date report to coordinators monthly. Compiles and analyzes financial information deemed necessary for internal management, staff, and external end users
Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual reports required under the national agreements (i.e. master or umbrella) and subsequent task agreements by the required deadlines. Prepares general ledger journal entries as needed. Ensures accuracy and correct reporting to each grant agreement
Works with Program Manager to determine if positions should be placed in inactive status. Ensures compliance with all financial programmatic conditions of the grant agreement. Prepares close-out of expired task agreements, including the determination of reimbursement amount
Prepares annual program budgets to support the annual budget. Acts as the financial point of contact for all program financial matters. Establishes and maintains files for all program financial activities
Assists auditors with the annual A-133 audit and any other outside financial or compliance audit by preparing various audit schedules and financial reports
Prepares special analysis and reporting projects, as needed. Documents procedures as required
Qualification
Required
Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, required
Experience with an automated accounting package, not including QuickBooks, is required
Demonstrated ability to establish priorities, work independently, and proceed with objectives without supervision; handle and resolve problems; handle a diversity of assignments and to work under pressure; and the ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels
Bachelor's Degree
2 - 4 Years
Benefits
Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with employer contributions.
Retirement Planning: 401(k) plan with company matching to help you build financial security.
Paid Time Off: Inclusive of vacation days, sick leave, holidays, and personal days.
Continuous Learning: Opportunities for professional growth via an extensive Learning Management System.
Wellness Support: Employee assistance programs and resources to promote work-life balance.
Company
National Experienced Workforce Solutions (NEW Solutions)
Since 1997, NEW Solutions has supported the critical missions and temporary staffing needs of federal agencies, across the United States.