Accountant IV (State Grant Accountant)

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly skilled Accountant IV (State Grant Accountant) to perform complex accounting tasks related to the administration of grants. This role involves reviewing financial records for accuracy, eligibility, and compliance with grant regulations, while offering valuable insights and support to both internal teams and external grant recipients. The ideal candidate will demonstrate initiative, critical thinking, and a strong ability to apply fiscal policies and guidelines.

The Team You’re Joining

• The Texas state agency dedicated to funding cancer research, prevention, and early detection efforts.
  
  

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and analyze grant recipient financial records, including general ledger transactions, payroll documentation (time sheets, pay reports), and vendor invoices, to ensure compliance with grant terms and conditions.
• Ensure that fiscal requirements and accounting practices are consistently applied to grants, adhering to relevant regulations and standards.
• Provide expert guidance and support to grant recipients, offering written and verbal consultations to ensure clarity on fiscal procedures and requirements.
• Regularly monitor the financial status of grants, ensuring timely and accurate tracking of expenditures and balances.
• Review and process quarterly grant financial reports, ensuring all data is accurate and aligns with grant requirements.
• Organize, review, and present fiscal data in a clear, logical, and readable format, making it easily accessible for stakeholders.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned, contributing to the overall efficiency of the grant accounting process.
  
  

Qualifications & Experience:

• At least one year of experience in grant accounting, including grant reimbursements and reconciliations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting , Finance, or a related field preferred. Equivalent experience and education may be considered in lieu of formal education.
• Familiarity with grant accounting within a State of Texas agency, including reviewing and processing grant expense transactions, is a plus.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, auditing standards, compliance monitoring, and grant accounting practices. Knowledge of the Texas Grant Management Standards ( TxGMS ), which replaced UGMS, is preferred.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize, plan, and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• High attention to detail and accuracy, ensuring compliance and precision in all aspects of financial analysis and reporting.
• Strong analytical skills to review, interpret, and apply complex fiscal information.
• Effective communication skills (oral and written) to interact with both internal and external stakeholders, resolve discrepancies, and provide clear guidance on fiscal matters.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and MS Word is required, with advanced Excel skills strongly preferred.
  
  

Exciting Opportunity Details

• Rate: $ 37.00/hour.
• Length of Engagement: Through August 31, 2025 with potential for extension and permanent full-time employment status with the state.
• Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm.
• Location: Remote, but eligible candidates must reside in Texas.
• Must come onsite to pick up equipment in Austin, TX.
  
  

The Peak Performers Difference

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage available from the first day of the month following 60 days of employment.
• Participation in a 403(b)-retirement plan.
• Priority placement for qualified applicants with chronic medical conditions and/or disabilities.
• Weekly payments through direct deposit.
• In business since 1994 and thousands of job placements.
  
  

All employment offers are contingent on the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Applicants for employment with Peak Performers must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship for a visa now or in the future.

Peak Performers is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applicants without regard to race, marital status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services.

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