Grants and Contracts Accountant
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
Position SummaryThis position will focus on managing the government vouchering process of Mary Crane Center. Additionally, this position will support the payroll and general accounting tasks of the agency.
Duties & ResponsibilitiesManage Contact Voucher ProcessPrepare and submit monthly DFSS vouchers.Prepare and submit AFC billings.Review submission of ISBE vouchers.Analyze and generate AFC reports on a monthly basis.Work with finance team and HR to review staffing contract allocations.Manage contract budgeting and projection process.
Accounting SupportWork with Finance team members and HR to assist in weekly payroll.Support team with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Cash Receipts as needed.Support with preparation of journal entries.Support the monthly reconciliation of the bank accounts and other accounts.Assist with the audit and other compliance.Maintain and update various monthly reports.Maintain control ledgers and prepare financial and other reports.Train and provide technical assistance to the accounting assistant on various accounting tasks or projects as necessaryAssist with other general accounting tasks as assigned by supervisor.
Job RequirementsEducation and ExperienceB.A. degree in accounting or a related business field Two years of progressively responsible accounting experience.Proficiency in accounting systems, Financial Edge / NXT a plus.
QualificationsGood knowledge of modern accounting theory, principles, and practices.Analytical skills in financial transactions and record-keeping.Confidentiality maintenance and excellent communication skills.Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.Detail-oriented with a logical and methodological problem-solving approach.
Language SkillsProficient in reading and speaking English.Proficient in reading and speaking Spanish a plus.
Physical DemandsRegular talking, hearing, and visual acuity.Occasional standing, walking, sitting, handling, and lifting (up to 30 pounds).Fine hand manipulation (keyboard skills).
Work EnvironmentInternal office space and classroom settings.Moderate noise levels in the work environment.
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