Grant Accountant (Remote)

Overview

This role is a Grant Accountant (Remote) position within Sponsored Programs & Research. Under moderate supervision, the position performs full-performance, professional-level accounting work, including processing financial transactions and preparing financial records, reports, and invoices. Work is completed in accordance with applicable audit guidelines and accounting regulations, including GAAP, GASB, FASB, and 2 CFR 200 (Uniform Guidance).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit sponsor invoices, including selecting the proper invoice forms, verifying accuracy and completeness, gathering required backup documentation (reports/certifications) to support expenses, and obtaining required department approvals. (40%)
• Maintain compliance and fiscal accountability with relevant rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures per GAAP and, where applicable, 2 CFR 200 (Uniform Guidance). Audit complex financial records and transactions; identify and research discrepancies; resolve or recommend resolution of errors; record and review cost transfers. (25%)
• Perform central Federal Draw process for the team on a rotation basis, including entering journal entries for teammates as needed. (10%)
• Perform final reviews of award/contract project expenditures, payments, and accounts receivable in the award closeout process. (10%)
• Prepare Federal Financial Reports (SF-425) and other sponsor financial reports required by contract in compliance with regulations. (5%)
• Monitor and follow up on open Accounts Receivable, perform collections activities for past due debts, and escalate as appropriate. (5%)
• Maintain standard work and perform continuous process improvement. (5%)

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 Required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 2 CFR 200 (Uniform Guidance)
• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Decision-making: specify goals/obstacles, generate alternatives, consider risks, and evaluate/choose the best alternative
• Interpersonal skills: teamwork and effective communication with people from varied backgrounds
• Mathematical reasoning
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving
• Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles sufficient to establish, maintain, understand, and interpret accounting systems
• Knowledge of budgeting principles and practices
• Knowledge of computers and software sufficient to evaluate system capabilities and troubleshoot following implementation
• Learning: uses efficient techniques to acquire and apply new knowledge and skills
• Reading and comprehension of written technical materials, rules/regulations, reports, charts/graphs/tables
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Shift

• Days (United States of America)

Work Type

• Regular

Compensation & Benefits

Salary

• $61,400.00 - $89,000.00 / yr

Benefits

Benefits include paid time off starting at 28 days per year (inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 holidays), fully paid parental leave up to 6 weeks, retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%, comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision) plus employer-paid disability and life insurance, and well-being programs. Additional offerings include tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, professional development, loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions, free RTD EcoPass (public transportation), childcare discount programs and exclusive brand/travel perks, tuition reimbursement, education/coaching/professional development opportunities through a Workforce Development Center, professional clinical advancement opportunities, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer with free student loan coaching and assistance navigating PSLF, and eligibility as a National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer.

Location

• Remote (United States of America)

Equal Opportunity

Equal opportunity employer. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.