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Grants Accountant
Rockford, IL US
Job Description
ResponsibilitiesAmong other duties as assigned, the Grants Accountant will:
- Work 100% in-person in the Rockford Office
- Be responsible for setting up and implementing processes to manage, track, and report the staff time and cost allocation to grants and offices
- Identify the specific requirements of grants which require data collection, tracking, and reporting
- Work with Finance Director, Fiscal Manager, Lead Grants Accountant and other Grants Accountant to understand and document the unique features of grants which require special reporting
- Interact with attorneys in the field offices to understand how they are setting up their time recording/reporting for grant and office purposes
- Work with the grants department to determine the budget and reporting requirements of any new and existing grants
- Analyze grants to ascertain if the budgets are accurate for the work we are expected to perform
- Prepare projections at key time periods in specific grants to ensure fulfilling the grant criteria/obligations
- Train new staff on grant reporting protocols as related to financial aspects of the grants
- Work with Finance Director, Fiscal Manager, and other Grants Accountant to develop a streamlined process for transferring financial grant data to accounting software
- Participate in the annual audit as needed
- Provide back-up on other accounting functions, such as payroll, procurement, accounts payable and receivable, and benefits administration
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting with 3 years of relevant experience required
- Strong computer competency is essential, including the ability to use Access and the Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel
- Familiarity with database software and proven track record of creating and modifying software to produce results
- Experience in working with state and federal grants and the financial controls related to such grants preferred
- Some travel is necessary; valid driver's license and/or reliable transportation is required
Meet Your Recruiter
Rachel Thomann
VP, FurstProfessionals
Year Started: 2011
I wanted to be a physical therapist when I grew up.
Favorite Quote:
“My wish for you is that you continue. Continue to be who you are, to astonish a mean world with your acts of kindness.” – Maya Angelou
What do you enjoy most about your work?
It’s so rewarding to meet great people and match them up with our clients’ needs!
