Unity Health Care
Accountant - Grants & Contracts
Unity Health Care, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
INTRODUCTION
Under the supervision of the Director of Finance , the Accountant - Grants & Contracts, is primarily responsible for ensuring the accounting for all grants and contracts is maintained in an accurate, timely and reliable manner, specifically proper FTE management. In addition to the timely monthly invoicing process and end-of-month (EOM) reconciliations. The Accountant, Grants & Contracts plays an integral role in support of the Director of Finance, the Grants Department and Program & Project (P&P) managers.
MAJOR DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Maintains the excel FTE Time Guide in coordination with the Grants Department and HR to ensure staff is properly allocated to assigned grants/contracts. Updates systems, as needed, to ensure project salary allocations are correct prior to bi-monthly payroll generation and posting to the accounting system. Consistently analyzes project financial data to ensure accuracy for award compliance, invoicing and reporting. Prepares all monthly and/or periodic grant and contract invoices including Federal drawdowns. Assists with monthly project revenue and general ledger expense reconciliations. Prepares journal entries or other financial transactions for EOM reconcilements, accruals, and revenue recognition. Assists Treasury with identifying and booking grant and contract cash receipts and maintains reconciliation of grant/contract account receivables. Assists with drafting and updating policies, procedures, and guidelines necessary for efficient and effective operations. Serves as the primary point-of-contact for all matters related to grants/contracts and P&P. Supports P&P managers with financial review requests. Provides professional and courteous service in an effective and efficient manner. Provides direct support to the Director of Finance. Maintains required audit schedules to facilitate the annual audit process. Performs other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field. Minimum two (3) years non-profit general ledger accounting experience. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge and experience of federal, state and foundation grants. Intermediate level proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Blackbaud Financial Edge experience or other project-based accounting system. Initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision. Customer service oriented. Strong written, verbal and telephone communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills that foster and supports a team-oriented environment with diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds and needs.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
This position reports to the Director of Finance.
GUIDELINES
The position abides by all rules and regulations set forth by applicable licensing and regulatory bodies and the UHC policies and procedures.
PERSONAL CONTACTS
The position requires contact with staff at all levels throughout the organization. There are also external organization relationships that may be a part of the work of the incumbent.
PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Refer to attached ADA requirements for the position.
RISKS
The position involves everyday risk and discomforts, which require normal safety precautions typical of such placesas offices, meetings, training rooms, and other UHC health Care Sites. The work area is adequately lit, heated, and ventilated. All medical services shall be provided according to medically accepted community standards of care. The employee shall provide evidence of a recent (within the past twelve (12) months) health assessment that includes a PPD and/or chest x-ray results.
The statements contained herein describe the scope of the responsibility and essential functions of this position but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other areas to cover absences or relief to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload.
Under the supervision of the Director of Finance , the Accountant - Grants & Contracts, is primarily responsible for ensuring the accounting for all grants and contracts is maintained in an accurate, timely and reliable manner, specifically proper FTE management. In addition to the timely monthly invoicing process and end-of-month (EOM) reconciliations. The Accountant, Grants & Contracts plays an integral role in support of the Director of Finance, the Grants Department and Program & Project (P&P) managers.
MAJOR DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Maintains the excel FTE Time Guide in coordination with the Grants Department and HR to ensure staff is properly allocated to assigned grants/contracts. Updates systems, as needed, to ensure project salary allocations are correct prior to bi-monthly payroll generation and posting to the accounting system. Consistently analyzes project financial data to ensure accuracy for award compliance, invoicing and reporting. Prepares all monthly and/or periodic grant and contract invoices including Federal drawdowns. Assists with monthly project revenue and general ledger expense reconciliations. Prepares journal entries or other financial transactions for EOM reconcilements, accruals, and revenue recognition. Assists Treasury with identifying and booking grant and contract cash receipts and maintains reconciliation of grant/contract account receivables. Assists with drafting and updating policies, procedures, and guidelines necessary for efficient and effective operations. Serves as the primary point-of-contact for all matters related to grants/contracts and P&P. Supports P&P managers with financial review requests. Provides professional and courteous service in an effective and efficient manner. Provides direct support to the Director of Finance. Maintains required audit schedules to facilitate the annual audit process. Performs other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field. Minimum two (3) years non-profit general ledger accounting experience. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge and experience of federal, state and foundation grants. Intermediate level proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Blackbaud Financial Edge experience or other project-based accounting system. Initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision. Customer service oriented. Strong written, verbal and telephone communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills that foster and supports a team-oriented environment with diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds and needs.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
This position reports to the Director of Finance.
GUIDELINES
The position abides by all rules and regulations set forth by applicable licensing and regulatory bodies and the UHC policies and procedures.
PERSONAL CONTACTS
The position requires contact with staff at all levels throughout the organization. There are also external organization relationships that may be a part of the work of the incumbent.
PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Refer to attached ADA requirements for the position.
RISKS
The position involves everyday risk and discomforts, which require normal safety precautions typical of such placesas offices, meetings, training rooms, and other UHC health Care Sites. The work area is adequately lit, heated, and ventilated. All medical services shall be provided according to medically accepted community standards of care. The employee shall provide evidence of a recent (within the past twelve (12) months) health assessment that includes a PPD and/or chest x-ray results.
The statements contained herein describe the scope of the responsibility and essential functions of this position but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other areas to cover absences or relief to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload.