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Catholic Charities · 2 months ago

Program Accountant

San Antonio, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Catholic Charities is dedicated to serving the community through selfless service. The Program Accountant is responsible for overseeing financial activities related to assigned programs, ensuring compliance with funding requirements, and guiding fiscal decision-making by analyzing financial trends and spending patterns.

CommunitiesEducationNon Profit

Responsibilities

Conduct detailed financial analysis and forecasting of program and grant revenues and expenditures to support strategic planning and decision-making

Analyze historical and current financial data, trends, and cost structures to support accurate program budget development

Develop, revise, and maintain program and grant budgets, ensuring alignment with funding requirements and program goals

Monitor and manage a portfolio of program budgets totaling over $5 million, ensuring financial integrity and accountability

Record and track all funds received for assigned programs and grants, ensuring accurate and timely recognition

Collaborate with Program Directors on a monthly basis to review budget-to-actual performance and ensure the accuracy and timeliness of financial data

Advise program leadership on fiscal decision-making, including identifying under- or over-expenditures and developing corrective strategies

Maintain and monitor a calendar of all reporting deadlines and ensure accurate and timely submission of required financial reports

Prepare materials and participate in funder monitoring visits, desk reviews, and compliance evaluations as needed

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local grant regulations, staying current on all applicable funding guidelines

Maintain organized records of all contracts and agreements related to assigned programs and grants

Prepare and submit required expense drawdowns and journal entries to allocate, encumber, or reclassify revenue and expenditures in accordance with accounting standards

Attend regular Finance Department meetings and contribute to ongoing departmental planning and evaluation

Assist Finance Leadership with agency-wide budget preparation, audit readiness, financial projections, and other projects as assigned

Maintain strict confidentiality of all sensitive financial, client, donor, and organizational information

Comply with safety protocols and take proactive steps to ensure personal and workplace safety

Demonstrate cultural competence and sensitivity to the diverse populations served by the agency

Adhere to the organization’s Code of Conduct and Faith and Morals policies at all times

Take a proactive, solution-oriented approach and contribute to a collaborative team environment that supports the mission and vision of the organization

Complete all required professional development activities in a timely manner

Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Finance