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Aurora Mental Health & Recovery · 18 hours ago

Senior Accountant - Grants (59213)

Aurora, CO

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$88K/yr - $137K/yr

4+ years exp

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) is seeking a Senior Accountant - Grants to manage the full financial lifecycle of grants, from pre-award budgeting through post-award compliance, accounting, reporting, and closeout. The role involves working closely with the Grant Strategy Team and Program Managers to ensure accurate cost accounting and deliver clear financial insights to program staff and leadership.

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Responsibilities

Review grant contracts to develop invoicing and reporting timelines and allowable costs; set up appropriate general ledger tracking and monitoring tools to ensure accurate and timely billing and reporting for assigned grants

Prepare monthly grant invoices, verifying that expenditures are allowable and eligible to be billed to the assigned grants

Analyze payroll reports to verify time charged to grants is accurate and within budget and correct any expenditure that is not within the guidelines of the grant budget

Ensure that all grant invoices have adequate supporting documentation on file, including timesheets, payroll reports, accounts payable invoices, and other support as needed

Responsible for drawing down assigned grants regularly, consistent with grant billing periods. Ensure all spending adheres to funder rules and federal/state guidelines (e.g., Uniform Guidance)

Assist in the monthly financial closing process

Communicate monthly financial results with appropriate Finance, Grant Strategy, and program staff, informing them of the budget to actual performance

Assist with the year-end external audit requirements for all related grants (single audits), including preparation of SEFA and revenue recognition analysis

Assist with periodic funder audits of assigned grants

Complete and submit quarterly, semi-annual, or annual reporting needed for assigned grants

Perform monthly and annual reconciliations of grant accounts and ensure the timely and orderly closeout of completed projects

Provide technical guidance and training to non-financial staff on grant requirements and best practices

Assist with maintenance of organization's database tracking of all incoming contracts along with filing and storage for all grants and awards

Qualification

Grant accountingGAAP knowledgeAccounting softwareMicrosoft OfficeAudit processesRegulationsDetail-orientedCommunication skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Four to seven years of experience in grant and non-profit accounting and reporting

Thorough understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), internal controls, and relevant regulatory frameworks such as the federal Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200) for organizations receiving federal funds

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, and Access

Detail-oriented. Able to perform complex tasks and prioritize multiple projects

Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong problem-solving skills

Strong knowledge of accounting software and audit processes

Knowledge of grant funding policies and procedures and applicable local, state, and federal regulations

Required Vaccination And TB Test: AMHR has prioritized the health and safety of our clients and staff and requires all employees to receive an annual influenza (flu) shot and receive negative TB test results prior to their first day of hire. Proof of the flu shot and negative TB test will be required upon your first day of employment. Medical and religious exemptions may be requested

Benefits

Health insurance: Kaiser

Dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts (dependent care & health care)

Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance

Long-term disability coverage

403(b) retirement plan, which provides 100% vesting immediately, and matching contributions up to 4% after one year of employment

Accrued Vacation pay up to 12 days and accrued Sick Pay up to 12 days per year, plus 2 floating holidays (hours calculated on a pro-rata basis based on full-time equivalency)

The company observes 11 designated holidays each year. Exception: Employees working in 24/7 programs or facilities are scheduled to work their regular shifts if the holiday falls on their scheduled workday. In these cases, employees will receive their regular pay for hours worked plus holiday pay.

Employee Assistance Program

Voluntary term life insurance

Short term disability

Eligible for benefit if working 30 hours per week or more

Company

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) is a large, not‑for‑profit community mental health organization that provides a wide range of mental health and addiction services to anyone and everyone in need.

Founded in 1975

Aurora, Colorado, USA

501-1000 employees