Grant Reporting Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY: Primarily responsible for the maintenance of all program accounting records according to grant compliance requirements; monitoring of program budgets and report to the Controller on any variances; completion of all monthly funding source reporting requirements; assist Controller with timely monthly close of programs and budget preparation.

POSITION QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Education: Associates or bachelor's degree in accounting or related field is preferred. Experience may be substituted for education.

Experience:

• Three to five years of experience with grant administration, grant reporting, accounting, and finance.
• Experience with MIP fund accounting software as well the HRSA Electronic Handbook and the Payment Management Systems preferred.

Skills and Abilities which may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position:

• Familiarity with federal and state regulations and policies, including Uniform Administrative Guidance for Federal Awards (CFR 200), Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), HRSA, and State of Missouri procurement regulations.
• Knowledge of governmental fund accounting
• Assists with post-award grants management activities, including grant reimbursements, contract compliance, data collection, reporting, and contract file maintenance.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software, especially Excel, Word, and Power Point
• Ability to accurately interpret, analyze, summarize and compile data and make sound decisions.
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills and good communication skills (writing, spelling, listening, and speaking)
• Ability to establish priorities; knowledge of problem-solving techniques; ability to design corrective actions or solutions to problems and to measure effectiveness; attain goals, manage multiple projects, and identify problem areas.
• Excellent analytical, oral and written communication and customer service skills

Transportation Requirement: None

License(s)/Certification(s) Required: None Required

FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

Essential Functions

• Maintains the necessary records, files, reports, databases, and resource materials pertinent to grants activities to ensure effective grant operation and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Prepares complex grant budgets in a variety of formats and develops, implements, and maintains budget spreadsheet templates and budget narratives for use in reporting.
• Prepares invoices, processes grant reimbursement requests, and reviews and maintains supporting documentation.
• Maintains up-to-date calendar of post-award activities for grants and contracts and manages all grant deliverables and deadlines.
• Prepares workplans and timelines to ensure timely submission of reports, reimbursement requests, and other contract-related documents.
• Work with grant administrators/managers and finance staff to develop and/or modify systems, procedures and practices to ensure grant compliance.
• Assists and supports the finance team in the annual audit.
• Participates on strategy teams and supports staff in developing applications, budgets, and contract requirements.
• Assist with project management.
• Develop reports and presentations related to the above activities.

Marginal Functions

• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Other duties as assigned or necessary to meet all goals and objectives.

Supervises: None

NOTE: Affinia Healthcare is a Covid-19 Vaccine Mandated Employer. All employees of Affinia Healthcare are required to be vaccinated for Covid-19.

NOTE: SMOKING IS PROHIBITED IN THE WORK ENVIRONMENT

NOTE: ALL APPLICANTS MUST PROVIDE CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THREE REFERENCES

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY SERVICES PROVIDED ON A NON-DISCRIMINATORY BASIS

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