Senior Grant Accountant
Peckham, Inc.
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Peckham Inc. - Senior Grant Accountant
SUMMARY
The Senior Grant Accountant position acts as liaison and provides accounting support to the CAMW program staff and managers. This position is responsible for supporting the accounting functions for all CAMW contracts, including the preparation of annual budgets and monthly budget modifications as needed. The CAMW Coordinator position will provide oversight of other accounting staff assigned directly to these programs and is responsible for ensuring the timely completion of Peckham’s monthly contract billings for the CAMW funded programs. This role also
may require flexibility in working hours may be necessary during peak reporting or audit periods.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Contract Invoicing
+ Comply with all contract reporting in accordance with CAS accounting standards and as contractually required, including compliance with OMB Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (“SuperCircular”).
+ Monitor any operational changes concerning CAMW contracts to ensure Peckham is in compliance with contractual guidelines, laws, and accounting standards. Review new grants awarded and recommend any new procedures and cost tracking to be followed to maintain grant compliance.
+ Prepare grant vouchers for reimbursement, based on actual expenses for the month, according to guidelines noted in the grants.
+ Review and approve monthly worksheets and disbursement packages prepared by the accounting staff.
Fiscal Monitoring and Budgeting
+ Work with funders on annual program monitoring requirements and audits.
+ Coordinate CAMW related information for all financial compliance audits. – Annually
+ Prepare monthly budget modifications as needed
+ Prepare annual CAMW budget in conjunction with the Program Directors or others
Training and Compliance
+ Responsible for communicating actual vs budget variances with staff, project managers and department heads
+ Responsible for ensuring that all staff understand the contract guidelines for expenditures and works with staff to maximize funding
+ Play a crucial role in developing new staff and educating on program requirements, in conjunction with Department Director
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
+ Adhere to all company internal control policies and procedures, including the appropriate handling of Confidential and Privacy Act- protected information
+ Promote Peckham’s vision, values, and commitment to serving our customers and other stakeholders
+ Support outcome measures, key indicators, and other Peckham monthly/quarterly reports.
+ Utilize a teamwork approach for all projects
+ Assist in maintaining organization wide quality standards
+ Maintain a safe and clean work environment
+ Other related duties as assigned
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
+ This position does have direct supervisory responsibility
+ Develop a unified team that reflects Peckham’s culture and values
+ Provide mentorship and coaching
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
+ Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, grant accounting, nonprofit accounting, or a similar role.
+ Experience with accrual accounting and General Ledger (G/L) entries
+ Advanced proficiency with automated accounting software packages
+ Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel to be able to create and maintain spreadsheets, charts, tables and graphs to illustrate financial activity, results and comparisons
+ Must have experience with Pivot Tables and V-Look Up
+ Proficient in ERP systems, preferably with Microsoft Navision Financials
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
+ CPA or CMA certification.
+ Experienced with Cost center and/or Grant Accounting
+ Experience with tracking, budgeting, and reporting for Federal Cost Awards and Contracts.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
This role may require prolonged periods of sitting at a desk while working on a computer.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities on a case-by-case basis.
PECKHAM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled. Peckham provides equal opportunities and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION FOR APPLYING NOTICE
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of your application please:
+ Click HERE (https://www.ilru.org/projects/cil-net/cil-center-and-association-directory) and you will be directed to the ILRU Directory to find an agency in your area that can assist you
+ Click HERE (https://www.careeronestop.org/LocalHelp/AmericanJobCenters/american-job-centers.aspx) and you will be directed to the American Jobs Center (AJC) finder to locate a center near you
+ Email us at careers@peckham.org
+ Call us at (517) 316-4000
+ Visit us at: 3510 Capital City BLVD, Lansing, MI 48906 (M-F 8am - 4pm)
Examples of reasonable accommodations may include making a change to the application process, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
Business Line:
Finance
Location:
Lansing, MI
Worker Sub-Type:
Staff Member
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