Grant Accountant

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Colorado.

📋 Description

• Prepare and submit invoices to sponsors, ensuring the selection of the correct invoice forms, verification of accuracy and completeness, collection of supporting documents, and securing departmental approvals.

• Ensure compliance and fiscal responsibility with GAAP, 2 CFR 200, and relevant rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.

• Audit intricate financial records and transactions, investigate discrepancies, offer resolutions or recommendations for corrections, and document and review cost transfers.

• Execute the central Federal Draw process for the team on a rotating basis.

• Input journal entries for colleagues as necessary.

• Conduct final reviews of awards, contracts, project expenditures, payments, and accounts receivable during the award closeout process.

• Prepare Federal Financial Reports (SF-425) along with other necessary financial reports for sponsors.

• Oversee and follow up on outstanding Accounts Receivable.

• Engage in collection activities for overdue debts and escalate issues when necessary.

• Maintain Standard Work and pursue continuous process improvements.

• Assist management in financial decision-making to guarantee adherence to fiscal regulations and audit standards.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree or a minimum of 4 years of equivalent experience in place of a Bachelor's Degree is required.

• 1–3 years of experience in sponsored project (post-award) administration or professional-level accounting, specifically in reconciling accounting discrepancies, analyzing expenditures, and preparing financial reports.

• Familiarity with 2 CFR 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (Uniform Guidance).

• Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

• Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles and methodologies.

• Awareness of budgeting principles and practices.

• Proficient with computers and software to assess system capabilities and troubleshoot systems post-implementation.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Strong decision-making skills, mathematical reasoning, attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and a capacity for reading and learning.

• All applicants for safety-sensitive roles must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test following a conditional offer.

🏝️ Benefits

• Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, which includes vacation, personal/sick leave, and 7 holidays.

• Full parental leave coverage for up to 6 weeks.

• Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions of up to 9.5%.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.

• Employer-funded disability and life insurance.

• Extensive well-being programs.

• Access to an on-site employee fitness center.

• Nationally recognized RESTORE Center.

• Complimentary RTD EcoPass for public transport.

• Discounts for childcare programs.

• Exclusive benefits with major brands, travel, and more.

• Tuition reimbursement and support.

• Opportunities for education, coaching, and professional development.

• A clinical advancement program and shared governance.

• Eligible employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

• Free student loan coaching and assistance with navigating the PSLF program.

• Recognized as an eligible employer for the National Health Service Corps (NHCS).

• Recognized as an eligible employer for the Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC).