Grant Accountant

Job Description:

• Prepare and submit sponsor invoices, including selecting proper invoice forms, verifying accuracy and completeness, gathering supporting documentation, and obtaining department approvals
• Maintain compliance and fiscal accountability with GAAP, 2 CFR 200, and applicable rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures
• Audit complex financial records and transactions, research discrepancies, resolve or recommend corrections, and record and review cost transfers
• Perform the central Federal Draw process for the team on a rotation basis
• Enter journal entries for teammates as needed
• Perform final reviews of awards, contracts, project expenditures, payments, and accounts receivable during award closeout
• Prepare Federal Financial Reports (SF-425) and other required sponsor financial reports
• Monitor and follow up on open Accounts Receivable
• Perform collection activities for past-due debts and escalate as appropriate
• Maintain Standard Work and perform continuous process improvement
• Guide management through financial decision-making to ensure compliance with fiscal rules and audit guidelines

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree or 4 more years of experience in lieu of Bachelor's Degree required
• 1–3 years of sponsored project (post-award) administration or professional-level accounting experience reconciling accounting discrepancies, analyzing expenditures, and preparing financial reports
• Knowledge of 2 CFR 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (Uniform Guidance)
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles and practices
• Knowledge of budgeting principles and practices
• Knowledge of computers and software sufficient to evaluate system capabilities and troubleshoot systems following implementation
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability in decision making, mathematical reasoning, attention to detail, problem solving, reading and learning
• All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test after a conditional offer

Benefits:

• Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
• 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
• Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
• Generous medical, dental, vision plans
• Employer-paid disability and life insurance
• Comprehensive well-being programs
• On-site employee fitness center
• Nationally recognized RESTORE Center
• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
• Childcare discount programs
• Exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
• Tuition reimbursement and assistance
• Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities
• Professional clinical advancement program and shared governance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
• Free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) eligible employer
• Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer