Grants Accountant
Company: NATL CNCL OF JUVENILE AND FAMILY COURT JUDGES
Location: Reno
Posted on: May 26, 2023
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Job Description:
Job DataPay Grade: PRO1FLSA Status:ExemptReports To:Financial
Grants Manager, Director of Finance Date: April 27, 2023Job
SummaryGrants Accountant manages grant funding available to
reporting program or department. This position will serve as a
liaison between program or department and Finance regarding all
aspects of grant funding.In the performance of their respective
tasks and duties, all employees are expected to practice and apply
the following principles:Grasp broad overview of NCJFCJ and develop
working knowledge of its programs and servicesFollow organizational
and departmental policies, procedures, protocols, and
systemsPerform quality work, with or without direct
supervisionInteract professionally and respectfully with all staff,
members of the organization, public and private officials, faculty,
partners, suppliers, local communities, and the general publicWork
collaboratively and effectively with all members of the
organization, whether as a team player, team leader, or individual
contributorWork independently while understanding the necessity for
communicating and coordinating work efforts with managers, staff,
and other organizationsMeet professional and work obligations
through efficient work habits by meeting deadlines, honoring
schedules, and coordinating resources in an effective and timely
manner Be self-motivated and highly responsive to individuals,
staff, members, and the organization Demonstrate independent
decision-making, problem-solving, creative thinking, and analytical
skillsApproach work with a positive attitude, sense of humor, and
energy Willingness to continuously learn and be flexibleUse
discretion in managing sensitive, proprietary, or confidential
informationBe responsible stewards of the organization's
resourcesThe following generally describes the essential functions,
minimum education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities
required to enter the job and to perform the responsibilities and
duties of this position.EssentialFunctionsRequiredEssential
functions and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to,
the following: Provide fiscal leadership within the program or
department with respect to all grant-related accounting functions
Responsible for all liaison work and coordination between programs
or departments Create budgets in collaboration with both program or
department management and the Director of Finance Incorporate
budgets into grants, working closely with and communicating to all
program or department managers Accurately code all invoices,
expenditures, etc., and prepare for processing Process travel
expense vouchers, generate conference approval forms, and post
event reports Relate and communicate the needs of Finance and
internal program or departmental accounting functions to others
within program or department Attend meetings as needed Attend
ongoing training seminars for both program, department, and Finance
Other duties as assigned Education and WorkExperience Undergraduate
degree from an accredited university in the field of business,
finance, accounting, or public administration Advanced degree
preferred Three to five years related experience in grants,
budgets, and government funding, or Equivalent combination of
education and experience in a relevant field Familiarity with
grant-related compliance issues preferred Experience in non-profit
or grant-funded environment preferredKnowledge,Skills,
andAbilities("KSAs") Ability to analyze, review, and interpret data
Ability to prepare future projections and report all aspects of
grant-funded budgets Ability to coordinate between programs or
departments and provide all budget-related spending and
expenditures and related reports Knowledgeable about the management
and workings of grants, including the complexity and understanding
of deliverables Ability and experience to become an integral member
of the grant creation team Knowledge of administrative, clerical,
and office procedures and systems Must possess strong computer
skills and proficiency utilizing various software programs such as
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc.),
accounting software (MIP preferred), iMIS database or other
database management programs Ability to manage files and maintain
records Ability to learn terminology and follow policies and
procedures related to grant-related compliance issues Strong,
effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing
Ability to plan and carry work through to completion, with limited
supervision, with accuracy and with strong emphasis on attention to
detail Able to comfortably manage multiple tasks and projects
utilizing time management and organization skills Knowledge of
proper telephone and email practices and etiquettePhysicalDemands
Extended periods of sitting Extended use of desktop/laptop computer
and peripheral equipment Read and analyze fine print for extended
periods Occasional stooping, standing, carrying Occasional lifting
up to 50 lbs. (with assistance)The physical demands of this
position are representative of those that must be met in order to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.WorkEnvironment
Fast-paced, high-pressure, professional office environment Evening,
weekend, holiday, and overtime work may be Infrequent travel,
locally and nationally, may be required The statements herein are
intended to describe the general nature and level of the position,
but are not necessarily a complete list of responsibilities,
duties, and skills required of employees so classified. As such,
responsibilities, duties, and required skills may be changed,
expanded, reduced, or deleted to meet the business needs of the
National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges. Furthermore,
they do not establish a contract or implied contract for
employment.
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