Senior Accountant, Grants

Job Profile Summary

The Senior Grants Accountant position supports the operations of the College's Grants Accounting department. Under limited supervision, the senior grant accountant is responsible for completing award and project billings and financial reporting in accordance with the contract award terms and conditions. This position reports and acts as a backup to the District Director of Grants Accounting who is responsible for regularly interacting with grant managers, project directors, principal investigators, and the office of Resource Development and Sponsored programs.

  

Minimum Education:

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Accounting. 

 

Minimum Experience/Training:

• Six years of relevant experience.
• Experience in grants/contracts/accounting in higher education setting preferred.
• Experience with accounting software and financial management systems.
• Workday experience preferred.
• Knowledge of 2 CFR 200 Uniform Guidance preferred.
• Strong skills in spreadsheet applications such as Microsoft Excel.

Essential Functions:

• Daily – 15%:  Assists with setting up grant awards and grant budgets and maintains up-to-date electronic files of all contracts, awards, and grants Audits
• Daily – 15%: Ensures that grants and contract funding are allocated and expended appropriately and analyzes budget spending rates; forecasts year-end expenditures and fulfills financial reporting requirements
• Monthly – 20%: Prepares and submits monthly and quarterly invoices to funders and other stakeholders.
• Monthly – 15%: Assists Grants, project managers, and directors in performing account maintenance, including creating journal entries for cost transfers, facilities, and administration (overhead) cost adjustments and overages due to account reconciliation and close-out.
• Annually – 5%: Assists in the completion of the annual single audit reports on federal awards
• Ongoing – 10%: Provides input and participates in the development and implementation of policies and procedures for grants accounting and compliance; and provides training to stakeholders to improve processes and functionality.
• Ongoing – 10%: Assists with the College's ERP system's maintenance and testing – Workday and any web applications pertaining to award management.
• Ongoing – 5%: Assists with reviewing, reporting, analyzing, and interpreting complex grants-related accounting information and monitoring compliance with sponsor and regulatory, GAAP, and College policies.
• Other - 5%: Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• In-depth functional knowledge and expertise in the area of specialization and general knowledge of related areas in the College
• Ability to perform complex administrative analysis with only general supervision
• Strong diagnostic, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent coordination and communication skills used appropriately influence the decision-making of individuals and groups at all levels in the College
• Ability to plan and manage own workflow, priorities, and results accomplishment
• Requires the ability to present and disseminate data to various levels
• Requires advanced knowledge of computerized systems and operating environments i.e., Microsoft Office Products and specialized computer systems
• Ability to interact and effectively communicate with a diverse employee and student population

Competencies:
Respect for Others
Demonstrates respect for team members and constituents by valuing their contributions toward the goals of the work unit and the College. Maintains professionalism and contributes to a cohesive work environment

Teamwork
Cooperates and collaborates with individuals & groups that support the mission and values of the College

Works effectively with all individuals and contributes to a positive environment by working with a diverse population of students, faculty, staff and external constituents. Contributes to an inclusive, respectful, and empowering working environment that welcomes varying perspectives

Flexibility & Adaptability
Adapts approaches as situations in the work environment change - Supports change based on the environmental needs, emerging technologies, and system upgrades

Technical Expertise
Effectively applies concepts, theories, methods, tools, techniques, and expertise in the area of discipline (i.e. HR, Finance, Student Affairs, etc.)

Continuous Improvement & Learning
Actively develops one's skills and explores opportunities for personal learning and continuous development within the job's functionality and in support of the goals and mission of department, division and the College 

Job Title

Senior Accountant, Grants

  

Position Number

P0082379

    

Job Status

Full time Temporary

    

Department

Grants Accounting

  

Location

Cypress Creek Administrative Center

    

Pay Grade

715

    

Salary

$52,900 - $62,158 (Salary rate commensurate with education and experience)

  

Work Shift

   

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday/Weekends/Varies

   

Hours Per Week

40

   

Posting End Date

Open Until Filled

   

Comments

To be considered for this position, a completed online employment application form along with a resume and transcripts are required.

   

Designated Essential Personnel

No

   

FLSA Status

Exempt

   

Position Classification

Professional Technical Staff (PTS)

   

Special Instructions to Applicant:

For positions requiring a degree, the official transcripts are required upon hire. An unofficial copy of the degree/transcript is acceptable during the application process and must be attached to the online application. If unable to attach the documentation, please email document to jobs@broward.edu or fax to 954-201-7612, stating clearly the position name(s) and position number(s) the transcript is to be attached to.

Foreign Transcript: Transcripts issued outside of the United States require a equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the application deadline. All required documentation must be received on or before the job posting end date.

**Please note that multiple documents can be uploaded in the “Resume/CV/Transcript/License/Certification” section of the application**

Please refer to link with the instructions on how to submit an application with multiple documents. https://www.broward.edu/jobs/_docs/tutorial_external_applicant_broward_college.pdf. 

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the required background screening process.

Broward College uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States.  You will be required to complete an I-9 Form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

  

Broward College is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from eligible veterans and spouses of veterans, underrepresented groups, including minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or any other legally protected classification. For inquiries regarding Title IX and the college’s non-discrimination policies, contact the Vice President for Talent and Culture at 954-201-7449, Broward College, 6400 NW 6th Way, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309. Applicants needing a reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact the Talent and Culture Department at nanders1@broward.edu.

Disclaimer

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted of describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related education/experience beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Broward College reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.