Grants Accountant - Non-Profit

Description

WHO WE ARE

Volunteers of America Colorado is a nonprofit, faith-based organization dedicated to helping those in-need transform their lives. Through more than 50 distinct human service programs, Volunteers of America changes the lives of more than 140,000 vulnerable Coloradoans each year. VOA services include housing and emergency shelters, hunger and nutrition services, and many other community support programs. Our work touches the mind, body, heart and ultimately the spirit of those we serve. VOA integrates compassion with highly effective programs that build and strengthen communities.

WHAT MAKES VOA SPECIAL?

VOAC recognizes the unique needs of the older adult who needs a wheelchair ramp to stay at home safely, and the preschooler whose family needs additional resources. VOAC supports veteran’s efforts to exit homelessness as well as provides a safe place for survivors of domestic violence. Wherever VOAC goes, it combines relationship-building, volunteers and quality services to lift and support our neighbor’s efforts to become self-sufficient and reach their full potential.

** Responsible for all general accounting functions related to various programs within the organization. This

includes, but not limited to; general grant accounting, budgeting, analysis, reporting and conducting special

projects as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Prepares billings and reports for federal, state, local, and foundation grants as assigned.

· Processes monthly grant information in a timely manner in order to meet billing due dates.

· Grant accounting including but not limited to general ledger, financial reporting, and account

reconciliation for programs both with and without federal, state, local, and foundation funding.

· Reviewing/monitoring of individual grants and transactions for compliance with federal, state, and

local funding requirements as well as participating in the payment collection process.

· Developing and maintaining accounting policies and procedures for sound agency fiscal operations.

· Coordinate with Division Directors and Program Managers to support proper and timely

expenditure of grant funds in compliance with applicable guidelines and budget deadlines.

· Participating in the implementation of systems to prepare for the agency-wide audit process.

· Develops positive working relationships with stakeholders to foster a collaborative environment for

grant coordination and oversight.

· Collecting and analyzing the fiscal systems and records for programs and grants as delegated by

Senior Director of Finance.

· Helps to develop and implement training materials and methods for accounting and program

administration staff.

· Organizing and maintaining all files and records.

· Performs all other duties as assigned.

· Predictable, consistent attendance.

Salary Range: $55,000-$65,000 annual

Benefit eligibility is based on job type/status

Vacation Time

Separate Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Floating Holidays

Personal Days

Volunteer/Wellness Day

Tuition Assistance

Pension Plan

403b Retirement Plan with Agency Match

Health, Dental, Vision, Pet Insurances

Life Insurance

Accident Insurance

Employee Assistance/Work Life Balance Program

Employee Discount Program

LifeLock with Norton

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Volunteers of America is an EEO/AA Employer

Position Will Remain Open Until Filled

VISA SPONSORSHIP IS NOT OFFERED FOR THIS ROLE

Veterans Strongly Encouraged to Apply

Requirements

COMPETENCIES

· Models core culture attributes of Volunteers of America Colorado Branch that include “AIRS”

(Accountability, Integrity, Respect and Service).

· Models and pursues with vigor Volunteers of America Colorado Branch three strategical critical

virtues of HHS (Hungry, Humble, People Smart).

· Self-motivated and directed

· Open to receiving and providing feedback; focused on conflict resolution

· Adaptable

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES NONE

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OF POSITION

· One year of professional accounting or bookkeeping experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS OF POSITION

· Prior grant accounting experience

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

· Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills

· Excellent analytical and organizational skills

· High level of competency working with Microsoft Office suite and cloud-based applications

· Strong time-management and prioritization skills

· Experience working both independently and, in a team-oriented, collaborative environment

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK Full time Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm

LOCATION 2660 Larimer St Denver, CO 80205

Employee must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of self or others. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Employee will perform job according to applied laws. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you require a reasonable accommodation to perform this role, please contact HR@VOAColorado.org to begin the Interactive Process.

Salary : $55,000 - $65,000