Grants & Contracts Accounting, Associate Director
Central SATX
A CFS client is seeking an experienced professional to join their leadership team in Central San Antonio, TX. This organization is known for its personable team players and is looking for a leader to support their ongoing initiatives. The Associate Director of Grants & Contracts Accounting will oversee financial accounting and reporting for grants and contracts, ensuring compliance with all regulations and requirements. This individual will also advise and educate their team on regulatory compliance, evaluate the organization's capability to secure future awards, and supervise the grants accounting staff.
Grants & Contracts Accounting, Associate Director Essential Job Functions:
- Prepare and oversee financial reports for grants and contracts.
- Respond to internal and external audit requests.
- Submit audit-related schedules for the annual Single Audit.
- Collaborate on month-end and year-end closing activities.
- Present grant and contract activity reports to leadership.
- Ensure compliance with financial terms and conditions of awarding agencies.
- Oversee invoicing and cash drawdowns for reimbursement grants.
- Ensure sufficient liquidity for grant-related expenditures.
- Manage the chart of accounts for proper tracking of grant funds.
- Supervise staff in preparing reconciliations, invoices, drawdowns, and reports.
- Advise during the pre-award phase to avoid contract issues.
- Develop and update grant procedures and training programs.
- Supervise and evaluate direct reports and manage employment documents.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
- 5 years of grant management experience, with 3 years in a supervisory role.
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Master's degree in Accounting or related field.
- Experience in post-award grant accounting.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of OMB 2 CFR 200 and Texas Grant Management Standards (TxGMS).
- Advanced skills in ERP systems, Excel, and data reporting.
- Strong people management and training program development skills.
- Effective communication and negotiation abilities.
- Ability to interpret and apply complex regulations and maintain confidentiality.