NEOGOV · 4 hours ago
ACCOUNTANT GRANT
Everett, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$71K/yr - $86K/yr
2+ years expSnohomish County Department of Emergency Management is seeking a highly capable and motivated Grant Accountant to join their team. The role involves coordinating and managing various accounting tasks, including accounts payable and receivable, budget development, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations related to grants.
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Responsibilities
Maintains departmental administrative and program ledgers; monitors and verifies the preparation and classification of accounting entries such as journal vouchers and accounts receivable billings; reconciles department ledgers with the county financial system; researches, finds and corrects errors
Assists in budget development for the department, grant applications and subcontractors; develops revenue and expenditure projections; monitors expenditures and provides budget reports and data as required
Analyzes and reports on revenue, expenditure and cash trends for a variety of grants; recommends budget changes as necessary
Reviews sub-recipient financial records and controls to ensure compliance with federal, state and contract rules and regulations and prepares reports and recommendations regarding financial activities
Reviews and analyzes requests for proposals and state and subcontractor contracts to ensure compliance with state, federal and local requirements; reviews budget calculations and wording
Prepares financial statements and reports; compiles financial data; develops report formats as necessary
May assist in the analysis and evaluation of various software programs; may design spreadsheet and database programs within parameters established by financial systems group
Performs related duties as required
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance or other field directly related to professional accounting work
Two (2) years of professional accounting experience
Washington state certification as a Certified Public Accountant may be substituted for the required education
Must pass job related tests
Knowledge of the principles, theories and practices of governmental accounting
Knowledge of current accounting developments and trends
Knowledge of budgetary principles, practices and procedures
Knowledge of internal and operational control concepts, techniques and relationships
Knowledge of Windows based applications including word processing, spreadsheet and database software
Knowledge of the use of computer technology, rules, regulations, reference materials, technical reports and legal documents
Ability to analyze financial records
Ability to identify procedural and system problems and develop solutions
Ability to read, interpret and apply relevant federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, department heads, associates, subordinates, and the general public
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Ability to maintain necessary records and prepare required reports
Ability to work with minimum supervision within prescribed guidelines
Ability to use county standard computer systems and office software and hardware packages
Ability to learn Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) pertaining to financial practices and procedures
Benefits
Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Retirement
Basic Group Term Life Insurance/ Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Long Term Disability (LTD)
Commuting Benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Partners for Health Employee Wellness Program
Leave & Holidays
Deferred Compensation 457(b)
Supplemental Group Term Life Insurance
Additional Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Supplemental Individual Insurance Policies
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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