Clackamas Women's Services · 18 hours ago
Grant Accountant
Clackamas Women’s Services (CWS) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. The Grant Accountant will manage the financial administration of grants, ensuring compliance with regulations, maintaining accurate records, and preparing financial reports while collaborating with the Finance and Program teams.
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Responsibilities
Oversee the full grant accounting lifecycle, from initial budgeting and capture through final reporting
Ensure all grant activities, expenditures, and reporting comply with grantors' requirements and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations
Manage and monitor grant expenditures and budget allocations to ensure funds are used effectively and in line with grant objectives
Review pass-through and subrecipient invoices for compliance with grant requirements, budget eligibility, and performance
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and other grant invoices and record payments received. Coordinate the approval process
Communicate closely with grantors regarding grant deliverables, questions, reconciliation, modifications, and other grant-related tasks
Work closely with the Finance Director and program personnel to monitor subrecipient grant reporting and compliance
Assist with the annual audit and preparation of the federal indirect cost proposal
Act as the liaison between CWS and the third-party medical billing provider for services
Record daily payments and report payment details to the medical billing provider
Record monthly medical billing claims and adjustments in the accounting system
Reconcile transactions between the third-party medical billing provider and the accounting system
Act as the liaison between CWS and the Health-Related Social Needs (HRSN) claims and payment system
Review expenses, record revenue by expense/claim in the accounting system, and report claims to the HRSN system
Record revenue for services in the accounting system and reconcile to provider time spent monthly
Reconcile payments from the HRSN system to claims in the accounting system
Reconcile accounts for the monthly close process, including revenue, accounts receivable, deferred revenue, pass-through and subrecipient expenses, and other grant-related accounts
Work closely with the Finance Director and Finance Team to resolve other items required to complete the monthly close process
Prepare monthly budget to actual reporting by grant and provide analysis for unexpected variances
Represent the mission, value, and philosophy of CWS to program participants, employees, Community partners, and the public
Represent and reflect the values of the agency through direct communication and collaboration with co-workers, partners, and participants
Model values of equity and inclusion in decision-making and daily work
Work in conjunction with other staff to provide consistent services to participants
Attend CWS all staff meetings and regular team meetings
Meet regularly with the Finance Director to plan and prioritize projects
Submit necessary monthly timesheets and mileage reimbursement forms
Manage daily schedule appropriately
Cross-training for other finance duties as needed
Other duties and special projects as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business OR relevant work experience
Three years of experience with grant accounting, including preparing monthly invoices, reviewing expenses for grant eligibility, and providing support for grant compliance requests
Experience and proficiency in the following software (specific CWS software):
Proficient in ERP accounting software (QuickBooks), including hands-on experience recording transactions daily or weekly in at least three of the last five years
Advanced proficiency in Excel and intermediate proficiency in Microsoft software (Word, Outlook, and Teams)
Proven ability to work in a team and build working partnerships
Good oral and written communication skills
Great organization skills and attention to detail
Demonstrated understanding of anti-oppression issues, ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, and understanding of culturally competent service delivery methods
Enthusiasm for working collaboratively with a wide range of public and private systems intersecting with the DVSA field (law enforcement, DHS, courts, education, etc.)
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required; position includes use of personal vehicle to complete some tasks
Must be able to travel throughout Clackamas County and the Greater Portland Area
Preferred
Bicultural preferred
Experience with various federal and state grant payment platforms preferred but not required
Willingness to complete 40-hr confidential advocate training
Benefits
401(k)
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Company
Clackamas Women's Services
CWS provides support, shelter, housing, and counselling services to the women.
Funding
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