Senior Accountant, Grants Accounting

Description What to expect Manage a portfolio of grants and contracts from award budgeting, post-award management, through closeout. Review and monitor grant expenditures for accuracy, allowability, allocability, and compliance with funding requirements. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual grant financial reports for funders and internal stakeholders. Reconcile grant activity to the general ledger and investigate variances or discrepancies. Track grant budgets, expenditures, and record revenue recognition. Record grant-related journal entries and ensure proper account coding. Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and private funding regulations. Support Single Audit, 440 Audits, and other external audit activities by preparing schedules and responding to auditor requests. Conduct budget-to-actual analyses and explain significant variances Prepare reconciliation for assigned general ledger accounts, investigate reconciling items, and prepare correcting entries as necessary. Analyze AR Aging Reports and follow-up collection of accounts as necessary. Supports HUD Accounting cash function. Performs other duties or special projects as assigned What you’ll get from us At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer: A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions 403b retirement match Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Generous mileage reimbursement program Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, years and level of related experience. What we need from you Work requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field and three years of relevant work experience in the accounting field. Work requires professional level of knowledge of accounting principles and theory and effective verbal and written communication skills - acquired through a bachelor’s degree in accounting. Work requires level of knowledge of financial analysis and reporting, budgeting, advanced excel skills is a must, computerized accounting systems and related computerized systems – acquired through 5-10 years' progressively more responsible experience in general or grants accounting, preferably in a healthcare environment. Work experience with HUD programming is also preferable. Work requires a high level of problem-solving skills sufficient to analyze processes and results, implement changes in processes and procedures, and effectively identify and resolve problems. Work requires interpersonal skills sufficient to interact effectively with clients, external auditors and Finance Division and Sheppard Pratt staff (21-50% of work time). Work requires attention to detail and coordinating limited resources to meet deadlines, and very frequently (51-80% of work time) produces a great deal on mental/visual stress and fatigue. WHY SHEPPARD PRATT? At Sheppard Pratt, we are more than just a workplace. We are a community of healthcare professionals who are dedicated to providing hope and healing to individuals facing life’s challenges. Join us and be a part of a mission that changes lives!