Penn Foster
Senior Grant Accountant
Penn Foster, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
UNITED WAY OF KING COUNTYIS SEEKING ASENIOR GRANT ACCOUNTANTJune 23, 2023Job Announcement – Senior Grant AccountantUnited Way of King County is committed to working for a racially just community where all people have homes, students graduate, and families are financially stable. We believe that having staff, volunteers, and supporters that represent diverse backgrounds will allow us to better accomplish our mission. We continue to work diligently to ensure that the field of philanthropy is welcoming to diverse communities. We strive to have a diverse staff and particularly encourage Black and Indigenous people, and people of color to apply and be part of our team.Job Summary:The Grant Accountant works with a team of three staff and oversees the accounting, invoicing, and reporting functions related to grant funded awards and contracts. The position owns the chart of accounts related to these awards and contracts and is able to provide insight and guidance to internal stakeholders. The position also takes responsibility for invoicing and reporting to the funders and works as a liaison to ensure timely and accurate information is exchanged. In addition, certain monthly and annual closing responsibilities are part of this position. The position is set to last 12-18 months, with the potential for renewal.This position is open until filled; first consideration will be given to applications received within two weeks of posting.Here is the link to the job video for the position:
https://lmna.io/qqjyvFull COVID-19 vaccination is required for this role (proof of vaccination will be requested prior to employment).Essential Duties:Provides detailed financial reporting to internal stakeholders and regularly meets to review.Prepares and provides financial reporting and invoicing to funding source partners.Reviews payment requests from sub-recipients and resolves any discrepancies prior to approving payment.Works closely with Community Service Team to ensure compliance with Uniform Guidance rules and regulations.Documents internal control processes for Rental Assistance program in compliance with Uniform Guidance rules and regulations.Supports Single Audit process with external audit firm.Provides various audit schedules to support audit activities.Actively identifies process improvements and takes initiative to take corrective action.Prepares general ledger journal entries to record activities.Provides various audit schedules, answers auditor questions, and provides documentation to support the annual audit.Researches and documents accounting transactions & resolves accounting discrepancies.Prepares monthly reconciliations of general ledger accounts, reviews and approves monthly reconciliations.Performs other related duties as assigned.Job Scope:Job encounters recurring work situations with occasional variations from the norm. The work involves a moderate degree of complexity or difficulty. The position operates from established and well-known procedures and requires strong communication both within the department and with other departments as well. Decisions are sometimes made by a group process and sometimes on an independent basis, with supervisor review on a general basis.Supervisory Responsibility:The position is not supervisory in nature.Interpersonal Contacts:Contacts are normally made with others both inside and outside the organization. Contacts are usually made with other departments or locations. Job is not involved with working with volunteers. Contacts are usually made on own initiative with the majority of contacts being made on the phone, via e-mail or with face-to-face interaction.Knowledge and Skills:Demonstrated understanding of social and racial justice and equity, with a proven commitment to apply racial and economic justice lenses in both personal and workplace contexts.Lived experience and/or demonstrated professional skills working within a diverse work environment.Demonstrated working knowledge of Uniform Guidance of Federal Awards rules and regulations.Proven careful attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and problem-solving is a must.Demonstrated intermediate knowledge of professional accounting principles, practices, and methods in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and non-profit accounting practices.Demonstrated experience in intermediate Microsoft Office skills and computerized accounting systems with general ledger/report writing software including Microsoft Dynamics (Solomon), FRx, Management Reporter, or other report-writing software such as Enterprise, preferred.Proven advanced working knowledge of relational databases, with Solomon experience desired.Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and projects while meeting assigned deadlines.Education and/or Experience:Bachelor’s degree or equivalent specializing in accounting or a related field. Must have at least three years’ general accounting experience with an emphasis on general ledger processing and financial reporting. Experience in a non-profit environment helpful.United Way of King County is an equal employment opportunity employer, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. UWKC values a racially diverse workplace and strongly encourages Black and Indigenous people, and people of color to apply.We are an Employer of National Service: AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.Additional Information:United Way of King County is an exceptional workplace that can provide you with:Opportunities to work with smart, passionate, and enthusiastic team members and volunteers.Ongoing collaboration with diverse staff and other constituents.A desirable culture of high-performance expectations and accountability.Exciting and challenging work.Opportunities to help solve the community's toughest problems.Competitive pay that is commensurate with demonstrated successful performance and experience.Many other benefits that we are happy to discuss with you.Application Procedures:
Please click here to apply online via the following link. You will be asked to upload your resume and provide a cover letter as well as complete the UWKC application.***Applicants MUST apply at the UWKC Career Center to be considered for this position. Click
here
to access the Career Center to apply.***COVID-19 Update:United Way King County operates a hybrid workplace with all employees able to work a combination of remote, on-site, and off-site. Full COVID-19 vaccination is required for this role.
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https://lmna.io/qqjyvFull COVID-19 vaccination is required for this role (proof of vaccination will be requested prior to employment).Essential Duties:Provides detailed financial reporting to internal stakeholders and regularly meets to review.Prepares and provides financial reporting and invoicing to funding source partners.Reviews payment requests from sub-recipients and resolves any discrepancies prior to approving payment.Works closely with Community Service Team to ensure compliance with Uniform Guidance rules and regulations.Documents internal control processes for Rental Assistance program in compliance with Uniform Guidance rules and regulations.Supports Single Audit process with external audit firm.Provides various audit schedules to support audit activities.Actively identifies process improvements and takes initiative to take corrective action.Prepares general ledger journal entries to record activities.Provides various audit schedules, answers auditor questions, and provides documentation to support the annual audit.Researches and documents accounting transactions & resolves accounting discrepancies.Prepares monthly reconciliations of general ledger accounts, reviews and approves monthly reconciliations.Performs other related duties as assigned.Job Scope:Job encounters recurring work situations with occasional variations from the norm. The work involves a moderate degree of complexity or difficulty. The position operates from established and well-known procedures and requires strong communication both within the department and with other departments as well. Decisions are sometimes made by a group process and sometimes on an independent basis, with supervisor review on a general basis.Supervisory Responsibility:The position is not supervisory in nature.Interpersonal Contacts:Contacts are normally made with others both inside and outside the organization. Contacts are usually made with other departments or locations. Job is not involved with working with volunteers. Contacts are usually made on own initiative with the majority of contacts being made on the phone, via e-mail or with face-to-face interaction.Knowledge and Skills:Demonstrated understanding of social and racial justice and equity, with a proven commitment to apply racial and economic justice lenses in both personal and workplace contexts.Lived experience and/or demonstrated professional skills working within a diverse work environment.Demonstrated working knowledge of Uniform Guidance of Federal Awards rules and regulations.Proven careful attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and problem-solving is a must.Demonstrated intermediate knowledge of professional accounting principles, practices, and methods in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and non-profit accounting practices.Demonstrated experience in intermediate Microsoft Office skills and computerized accounting systems with general ledger/report writing software including Microsoft Dynamics (Solomon), FRx, Management Reporter, or other report-writing software such as Enterprise, preferred.Proven advanced working knowledge of relational databases, with Solomon experience desired.Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and projects while meeting assigned deadlines.Education and/or Experience:Bachelor’s degree or equivalent specializing in accounting or a related field. Must have at least three years’ general accounting experience with an emphasis on general ledger processing and financial reporting. Experience in a non-profit environment helpful.United Way of King County is an equal employment opportunity employer, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. UWKC values a racially diverse workplace and strongly encourages Black and Indigenous people, and people of color to apply.We are an Employer of National Service: AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.Additional Information:United Way of King County is an exceptional workplace that can provide you with:Opportunities to work with smart, passionate, and enthusiastic team members and volunteers.Ongoing collaboration with diverse staff and other constituents.A desirable culture of high-performance expectations and accountability.Exciting and challenging work.Opportunities to help solve the community's toughest problems.Competitive pay that is commensurate with demonstrated successful performance and experience.Many other benefits that we are happy to discuss with you.Application Procedures:
Please click here to apply online via the following link. You will be asked to upload your resume and provide a cover letter as well as complete the UWKC application.***Applicants MUST apply at the UWKC Career Center to be considered for this position. Click
here
to access the Career Center to apply.***COVID-19 Update:United Way King County operates a hybrid workplace with all employees able to work a combination of remote, on-site, and off-site. Full COVID-19 vaccination is required for this role.
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