Grant Accountant

Overview

Position Title: Grants Accountant
Department: Finance
Location: Phoenix Home Office
FLSA Status: Exempt
Compensation: $50,000 - $65,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Ensure grant accounting practices comply with generally accepted accounting principles and federal and state grant requirements
• Utilize Blackbaud Financial Edge to manage grant project codes appropriately
• Collaborate with Academies and HR teams to identify and report grant-funded employees accurately
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of all time and effort documentation
• Prepare journal entries and conduct research and reconciliation of grant-related activities
• Generate reports tracking monthly and year-to-date activity and distribute to relevant organizational members
• Create monthly reimbursement requests to federal and state agencies for applicable grants
• Provide input and backup documentation for fiscal monitoring requests from Federal or State representatives
• Support the Grants Team with grant revisions, submissions to the Arizona Department of Education, and completion reports
• Respond to inquiries and research questions promptly, providing excellent customer service

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• 3-5+ years of accounting experience; experience with grant accounting in education preferred
• MBA or CPA preferred
• Superior written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail, thoroughness, and accuracy
• Experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge preferred
• Ability to quickly learn and apply new concepts
• Self-starter capable of working with limited supervision in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Ability to develop positive and professional relationships with team members
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform tasks involving standing, sitting, repetitive hand and body movements, bending, squatting, and reaching
• May be required to move or position equipment weighing up to approximately 15 pounds

Additional Information

• Employment contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance as required by state law
• May require local travel for training and professional development opportunities

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with minimal employee contribution
• Competitive 401(k) plan with employer match
• Supportive work environment focused on collaboration and professional growth

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer.