Northern Virginia Family Services · 6 days ago
Grants Accountant (Finance)
Falls Church, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expNorthern Virginia Family Services (NVFS) is dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of children and families in Northern Virginia. They are seeking a Grants Accountant to manage grants, ensure compliance, and provide financial reporting and analysis for assigned programs.
AssociationCommunitiesFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Interpret and understand grant agreements and related regulations
Analyze grant funded programs on an ongoing basis and determine how grant funds are spent
Ensure compliance with grant agreements and related regulations; monitor grants spending
Cultivate and maintain strong collaborative and working relationships with program management, program staff, and funders
Advise Directors/VPs on grant funds management and budget planning
Consult with program directors on all aspects of grants management, including monitoring and analyzing grants spending, compliance with grant requirements, identifying potential or existing issues, and recommending appropriate solutions; act as a liaison with program staff and funders
Communicate effectively and problem solve with program staff by 'speaking the language of the listener.'
Conduct quarterly and monthly meetings with program staff to review and discuss grant spending and issues
Analyze accounts receivable and deferred revenue balances for assigned programs on a monthly basis, including accurate recording of cash receipts and monthly contract revenue
Prepare, or oversees preparation of, monthly/quarterly/periodic financial reports for assigned programs, including recording related revenue in the financial system
Analyze monthly multi-funded analyses and all records and schedules for assigned programs
Maintain Donor Restricted Contributions for assigned programs and ensure that spending of such contributions is consistent with donor intent
Review grants budgets prior to submission to funders and recommend needed changes
Perform additional analysis and research as needed, per request of supervisor, program staff, or funders
Prepare year-end reconciliations and audit schedules in preparation for annual audit
Reconcile balance sheet accounts on a quarterly basis for assigned programs’ accounts
Perform general accounting duties, as assigned
Provide general accounting assistance as needed for special projects
Perform department back-up functions, as needed
Participate in regular supervision with supervisor and provide regular updates
Maintain department files in accordance with department/funder requirements and NVFS guidelines
Maintain current knowledge of finance software and accounting procedures
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field; OR a combination of education and relevant experience
At least two (2) years of accounting related experience
Strong working knowledge of general accounting principles
Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Excel, accounting/financial systems, and usage of basic technological tools including laptops/computers, email, phones, and internet
Oral and written fluency in English; additional language skills always welcome
Must be able to demonstrate and live the organizational values of Communication, Integrity, Respect, Collaboration, and Accountability
Successful completion of background checks upon hire
Preferred
Non-profit accounting experience
Company
Northern Virginia Family Services
Northern Virginia Family Services (NVFS) ensures everyone, at every life stage, maximizes their potential and fully contributes to a thriving community.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$2.65MKey Investors
Food LionTD Charitable FoundationDay One Fund
2024-11-20Grant· $0M
2022-03-08Grant· $0.15M
2018-11-20Grant· $2.5M
Leadership Team
Stephanie Berkowitz
President & CEO
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