[Hiring] Grant Accountant @Denver Health

Role Description

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Grant Accountant (Remote) to join our team!

Under moderate supervision, performs full performance professional level accounting work:

• Processes financial transactions.
• Prepares financial records, reports, and invoices.
• Guides management through financial decision making to ensure compliance with fiscal rules and policies.

Essential Functions:

• Prepares and submits sponsor invoices including:
  • Selection of the proper invoice forms.
  • Verification of the accuracy and completeness of all information on the invoice.
  • Gathering necessary back-up documentation, reports, or certifications to support expenses.
  • Obtaining required department approvals. (40%)
• Maintains compliance and fiscal accountability with regard to rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and as applicable 2 CFR 200:
  • Audits complex financial records and transactions.
  • Identifying and researching discrepancies.
  • Resolving, or making recommendations, errors.
  • Recording and reviewing cost transfers. (25%)
• Performs central Federal Draw process for entire team on a rotation basis.
• Enters journal entries for teammates as needed. (10%)
• Performs final reviews of awards/contracts/project expenditures, payments, and accounts receivable in the award closeout process. (10%)
• Prepares Federal Financial Reports (SF-425) and any other sponsor financial reports required as per contracts, in compliance with regulations. (5%)
• Monitors and follows-up on open Accounts Receivable.
• Performs collections activities for past due debts and escalates as appropriate. (5%)
• Maintains Standard Work and performs continuous process improvement. (5%)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or 4 more years of experience in lieu of Bachelor's Degree Required.
• 1-3 years of sponsored project (post-award) administration or professional level accounting experience reconciling accounting discrepancies, analyzing expenditures, and preparing financial reports. Required.

Requirements

• Knowledge of 2 CFR 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (Uniform Guidance).
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Decision Making - Specifies goals and obstacles to achieving those goals, generates alternatives, considers risks, and evaluates and chooses the best alternative.
• Interpersonal Skills - Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, cooperation, concern, and politeness to others.
• Mathematical Reasoning - Solves practical problems using various mathematical and statistical techniques.
• Attention to Detail - Thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
• Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives.
• Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles and practices.
• Knowledge of budgeting principles and practices.
• Knowledge of computers and software sufficient to evaluate system capabilities and troubleshoot systems.
• Learning - Uses efficient learning techniques to acquire and apply new knowledge and skills.
• Reading - Understands and interprets written material, including technical material.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

• Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays.
• 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks.
• Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%.
• Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
• Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center and nationally recognized RESTORE Center.
• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation).
• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more.
• Tuition reimbursement & assistance.
• Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC).
• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer & free student loan coaching.
• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer.