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Grant & Contract Accountant Location Overland, MO : Community Action of St. Louis County (CAASTLC) is seeking a Grant & Contract Accountant. We are committed to helping the families and communities of St. Louis County prevent the conditions of poverty for present and future generations. The Grant & Contract Accountant reports to the Chief Financial Officer, but may also take direction from the Accounting Manager. This position is responsible for maintaining programmatic general ledgers through preparation of journal entries and reconciliations for monthly general ledger close, and tracks funding and reconciliation of LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program), LIHWAP (Low Income Home Water Assistance Program), Housing and other Energy Assistance type programs. Assist in preparation of all programmatic monthly billings, and ensure that all deliverables comply with regulatory guidance and professional standards. Reconcile accounts receivable, deferred revenue and other accounts as assigned. Provide assistance to Chief Financial Officer and Accounting Manager with external audit and Programmatic examinations. Assist with special projects assigned by management.
Responsibilities include:
Prepares financial statements/billings/special reports for all programs in accordance with programmatic guidelines and GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles). Prepares all government statistical reports on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis. In coordination with monthly account analysis, prepares monthly recurring journal entries for revenue accounts. Provides backup support for LIHEAP/LIHWAP in the MIS system Assists in the processing and development of procedures for standard operations of programs according to contracts, guidelines and regulations. Supports staff entry of internal and external information for a resource/referral directory of services. Processes Energy Assistance transactions, validates and approves payments for processing; creates batch reports and check requests for payment; and denotes payment in MIS system when patches are paid. Updates energy balances spreadsheet and maintains balance of remaining contract funding. Compiles programmatic standards and accurate reports from the database for funders and other Agency documentation needs. Assists with program operations and release of program participants' information, guidance and referral between programs and outside agencies. Assists in coordinating Agency programs, as needed. Prepares monthly General Ledger account Balances petty Assists CPA firm in their annual audit and other Completes cost analysis, both regular and special, as assigned by Chief Financial Officer. Cooperates with public accountants appointed as auditors in the execution of their program of independent Assists with operation and control of an effective budgetary system, including programmatic budget preparation and Prepares financial analysis, both regular and special, as may be assigned by Chief Financial Officer. Requirements include:
Bachelor's degree, or at least five years of work experience in accounting or finance Experience with a non-profit organization is preferred. Must be bondable-references Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft applications and third-party applications Expanded knowledge and experience in computers and information systems software and equipment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to relate to program participants, employees at all levels, and the public Must have own transportation and be willing to travel throughout the St Louis metropolitan area. Some out-of-town travel may be required. If you have the experience and want to be a part of our mission, we'd like to talk with you. Please forward your resume and cover letter to our Human Resources Director at .
Benefits of working as a Grant & Contract Accountant in Overland, MO:? Learning opportunities
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