Staff Accountant, Grants

Description

POSITION TITLE: Staff Accountant 

REPORTS TO: Controller/Director of Finance 

DEPARTMENT: Finance 

CLASSIFICATION: Mostly On-Site

STATUS: Exempt

SALARY RANGE: $48,000-$58,200 

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Feeding Tampa Bay serves ten counties in West Central Florida and is a leader in hunger relief across our region. Just last year, we served 85M meals to our neighbors through direct service and through our network of 400 food pantry partners. 

But, we know food alone won’t solve hunger — that’s why we’re redefining what it means to feed our region. By creating pathways to possibilities for nearly 1 million people, Feeding Tampa Bay connects and convenes solutions, partners and resources that nourish long-term stability. As a member of the Feeding America network, we will work to dismantle barriers for individuals, families and seniors across our area — because it’s possible.

SUMMARY

This position provides support and assistance to the Director of Finance, the finance department, the administration department, and all areas of Feeding Tampa Bay. The position is mainly grant focused.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Under direction of Controller/Director of Finance, individual will effectively recommend and maintain accounting practices to ensure accurate and reliable data necessary for business operations
• Maintain a system of financial accounting, reporting, and record keeping in accordance to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) for all grant and designated funding

GRANTS:

• Leads the development and implementation of a grants fiscal management to include tracking and reporting on budget vs. actual results on a per grant basis. 
• Assists Development, Programs and Operations teams leadership with pre-award budget development and performs post-award budget revision reporting for grants
• Ensures budgetary control and post-award compliance with federal, state, local, and funder regulations.
• Oversees invoicing and reconciliation processes related to drawdowns from funding agencies.
• Monitors grant activity to identify and address cost overruns, cost sharing, and unallowable administrative expenses.
• Reconciles and prepares monthly and quarterly financial grant reports in accordance with generally accepted accounting procedures
• Prepares and maintains reimbursement expenditure reports for grants and reconciles monthly grant reports to funds received
• Maintains monthly performance and accountability for current and pending federal, state, local, foundation, and private grants
• Attends monthly review meetings with the Finance and Development Teams
• Assists with Grant Monitoring and Grant Audits

GENERAL FINANCE:

• Collaborate with internal staff and external stakeholders to deliver accurate and timely financial and accounting information and provide support as needed.
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of internal control requirements and ensure adherence to organizational standards and protocols.
• Demonstrate the ability to take on new tasks and responsibilities as business priorities and requirements evolve.
• Follow all company safety, personnel, and operational policies to maintain a compliant and safe work environment.
• Maintain punctuality and adhere to work schedules to ensure the department operates effectively and efficiently.
• Contribute positively to team dynamics by fostering a productive, cooperative, and collaborative work environment.
• Prepare and deliver ad hoc reports and analyses to management and other internal stakeholders, ensuring data accuracy and actionable insights.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in accounting or finance, or 5 years related experience in an accounting or grants management role, or a combination of education and experience
• Commitment to understanding and supporting FTB’s mission
• Ability to safeguard and maintain confidentiality of personnel information
• Exercise good judgment and discretion; strong ethical character capable of handling confidential financial information   
• May be required to adjust work schedule to meet deadlines
• Remote work may be considered, but must be able to accommodate office hours on a regular basis
• Experience using Microsoft Office or comparable application suite and accounting applications
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to understand and organize detailed information, strategize best use of funding, and possess a high level of attention to detail with the ability to solve problems and show initiative
• Ability to handle multiple projects while adhering to deadlines 
• Adherence to FTB policies and procedures
• Work closely with management to keep projects and tasks moving forward
• Current FTB employees must be in good standing  

Salary : $48,000 - $58,200