Grants Accountant

Overview

The Grants Accountant reviews accounting and financial data to accurately prepare financial and collection reporting related to assigned grants by required deadlines.  Adhere to grant specific requirements; AmeriCorps rules and regulations; OMB regulations including 2 CFR 200; GAAP; FASB pronouncements; applicable federal, state, county and city laws; and internal control compliance. Observe confidentiality of all accounting, payroll, employee, member and organizational information.

Responsibilities

Qualifications

Minimum Education 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field 

Minimum Experience 

• Minimum of one-year relevant grant, non-profit, or fund accounting experience or 3 years in general accounting roles. 
• Familiarity with AmeriCorps programs a plus. 
• Experience with government and private grant reporting and fund accounting methodologies 

• Knowledge of 2 CFR 200, FASB, and GAAP. 
• Advanced knowledge of Excel 
• Able to effectively use database and accounting computer application systems. 
• Oracle NetSuite and UKG experience is a plus. 
• Demonstrated flexibility and ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced, evolving environment. 

• Proactive, self-directed individual motivated to continually evaluate and improve processes and procedures. 
• Excellent analytical, decision-making, time management and organization skills. 
• Professional demeanor, good interpersonal skills, self-motivated and customer service orientation.  
• Must have the ability to travel locally, statewide and nationally to attend meetings 

Physical Requirements 

Ampact is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations as possible to enable employees to perform the essential functions of their positions.  

This position requires the ability to: 

• Travel locally and statewide as needed to attend meetings 
• Communicate effectively with people/groups in multiple settings within and outside the organization 
• Effectively utilize existing and emerging technology to achieve required results 
• Transporting of moderately heavy objects up to 25 pounds 

Benefits

Ampact offers an excellent benefit package including Medical, HSA, Dental, Vision, FSA, Life, Disability, PTO and 401(k).

EEOC

Ampact will not discriminate for or against any AmeriCorps service member or applicant on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, marital or parental status, familial status, military service, or any other category protected by law. Reasonable accommodations provided upon request.