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City of Pontiac, Michigan USA - Government · 1 month ago

BUDGET ANALYST/GRANTS ACCOUNTANT

Pontiac, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

City of Pontiac is seeking a Budget Analyst / Grants Accountant to provide professional financial support in the preparation, monitoring, and analysis of the City’s operating and capital budgets. This role involves managing financial compliance for federal, state, and local grant programs, ensuring fiscal responsibility, accurate reporting, and adherence to applicable laws and regulations.

GovernmentProperty DevelopmentSocial

Responsibilities

Assist in the development, coordination, and monitoring of the City’s annual operating and capital improvement budgets

Prepare budget forecasts, financial projections, and expenditure analyses to support decision-making by management and City Council

Conduct variance analyses and provide recommendations for corrective action where necessary

Prepare and present financial reports, charts, and briefing materials for internal and external stakeholders

Oversee post-award financial management of grants, including budget setup, expenditure tracking, and drawdowns

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local grant requirements, including the Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200)

Monitor grant expenditures for allowability, allocability, and reasonableness

Prepare and submit timely financial reports, reimbursement requests, and audit documentation to granting agencies

Serve as liaison between City departments and grantor agencies to ensure compliance and accurate reporting

Assist in preparation of the City’s annual financial statement support and other required financial statements

Maintain accurate records of budget amendments, transfers, and appropriations

Perform reconciliations of grant accounts, revenue, and expenditures

Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and explanations

Support policy and procedure development to improve budgetary and grant management processes

Provide training and technical assistance to departments on budget development and grant compliance

Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Governmental accounting principlesBudgetingGrants managementMicrosoft ExcelFinancial management softwareAnalytical skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsAttention to detail