Accountant 1

Job Title: Accountant 1

Employment Type: Contract

Work Hours: 37.5 hrs./week

Work site: 100% Onsite

Location: 44 Holland Avenue Albany NY, 12229

Job Duration: 14 Months

Closing: 04/19/2024.

Minimum Education:

Bachelor's degree in accounting, auditing, economics, finance, public administration, or a related field, or equivalent education and experience.

Work Experience:

Two years of professional experience in accounting, auditing, finance, economics, fiscal or statistical research, policy analysis, or quantitative, business, market, or financial analysis.

Job Duties:

Monitor compliance with Federal and State rules and regulations for Federal grant awards.

Assist with contract closeouts.

Track receipt of required documentation and follow up with internal fiscal staff and providers as necessary.

Review provider-submitted financial reports for accuracy and fidelity to approved budget/award.

Resolve discrepancies in claims by working with agency fiscal staff and providers.

Identify problem areas and trends and develop solutions.

Assist in special studies related to fiscal internal controls and processes.

Prepare fiscal summary reports and analyses for OMH fiscal staff.

Track and monitor expenditures and status of grant awards to ensure funds are used efficiently, effectively, and in accordance with federal fiscal guidelines.

Assist agency finance staff with contract reviews to ensure proper documentation is received prior to contract execution.

Assist Contracts team with claim reviews using financial system-generated control points for annual direct contract closeouts.

Assist Contracts team with encumbrance-related assignments for Direct Contracts on a quarterly basis.

Preferred Skills:

Prior experience with federal grant regulations.

Prior experience with federal grant claims and reimbursements.

This position requires attention to detail, analytical skills, ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, and proficiency in financial analysis and reporting software/tools.

Misc. Information:

Shift Days/Time: Days, Monday-Friday 8 am-4 pm.

Free parking available

Public Transportation: CDTA bus stop directly in front of 44 Holland Ave.

Interview will be conducted in person or online based on the availability.

Training will be provided.

The Nexus Staff Difference:

Our outstanding healthcare coverage, including dental and vision, begins in just 30 days after you join us.

We offer weekly payments via ACH (Automated Clearing House).

Serving as Prime Vendors to New York State and New York City for over 10 years.