Under supervision from the Accounting Manager, the Grant Accountant performs complex grant support and other accounting and financial service functions. For District programs funded by grants, or special revenue, these functions include: budgeting, compliance, reporting and submitting claims for reimbursement. The Grant Accountant provides support to the fiscal office, District management, and site personnel for grant-related accounting functions. Support for high level fiscal processes including budgeting, internal auditing, financial reporting and analysis can be expected along with other duties as assigned.
The position requires constant concentration on a high volume of work which must be completed within specified time periods and deadlines. The Grant Accountant must respond professionally and expediently to frequent questions and requests from District employees as well as outside agency employees and service providers, by telephone, email and in-person.
