Description
Provide centralized oversight and support for all grants and restricted funds. Ensure accounting, and reporting activities are complete and in compliance with 2 CFR Part 200 Uniform Administrative Requirements. Ensure related financial records and reporting are current with laws, regulations and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
Duties and Responsibilities:
· Serve as coordinator for grants and restricted funds management.
· Support budget holders and project managers with grant funds and reporting.
· Support Director of Grants by gathering documentation, creating budgets, providing analysis/ projections and other administrative functions.
· Maintain grant list and grant files.
· Assists with budget preparation and budget monitoring of grants and restricted funds.
· Manage general ledger account numbers and project numbers for grants and restricted funds.
· Prepare board briefs and resolutions relevant to area of responsibility.
· Work with other organizations outside organizations; including federal, state and local government as well as any organization who awards us grants.
· Process adjustments.
· Assist with month end closing.
· Assists with bank reconciliation as needed.
· Maintain fund advances, and return of advances.
· Maintain, track and compile reports as required for federal, state and local grants (revenues, expenses and balances).
· Monitor grant compliance with 2 CFR Part 200 Uniform Administrative Requirements.
· Participate in audit process.
· Research special projects as assigned.
· Communicate with customers via phone, email, mail and in-person.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
· Demonstrated knowledge of grants management and fund accounting.
· Demonstrated attention to detail.
· Ability to work accurately and efficiently.
· Computer skills utilizing MS Office, Word, Excel, Outlook, internet search functions and ability to use specialized financial software.
· Strong organizational skills.
· Ability to manage and maintain electronic data; proficiency with spreadsheets, word processing, fund accounting, and web-based general ledger accounting software.
· Excellent problem solving skills; ability to gather and analyze data.
· Ability to reconcile transactions, balance accounts and prepare reports.
· Understanding of general office procedures, practices, and protocols.
· Effective interpersonal and customer service skills.
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision-.
· Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
· Must have a valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
· 40-hour per week, Monday through Friday; some work on weekends or evenings may be required.
· May require business use of personal vehicle.
· Location: Primarily Wildwood Preserve. Will be required to travel to other parks in Lucas County.
Requirements
Education: Associates degree in accounting, finance, or related college program, or equivalent work experience.
Experience: Moderate level of experience in accounting or finance and general knowledge of grants management procedures.
Equipment Used:
Standard office equipment such as computer, multi-function copy machine, calculator etc.