Grants Auditor

Prepare and process financial transactions in the Arizona Financial Information System (AFIS) and track/analyze various funding accounts for the agency

Provide fiscal oversight from start to finish for multiple Federal funding sources

Review subgrantee budgets, invoices and contract materials for compliance with applicable grant, federal and state regulations and guidelines

Solve daily problems and make independent decisions based on information gathered and research conducted

Participate in grant planning and re-allocation discussions to ensure effective usage of grant resources

Perform other duties as necessary to ensure effective overall funds management

Conduct monitoring visits and provide technical assistance to subgrantees

Research and provide guidance on federal rules and regulations

Prepare and present forecasts of grant and subgrantee spending

Draft correspondence to key stakeholders and subgrantees

Knowledge:

Federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and policies related to public programs

Principles and practices of accounting, auditing and internal controls

Skills:

Computer skills to properly obtain and analyze financial information

Analyzing records, reports, operating practices, and documentation

Intermediate skill in using Microsoft Word, Excel, Access

Interpreting statutes, rules, policies, and procedures

Excellent oral and written communication

Research and analysis techniques

Time management

Problem solving

Abilities:

Examine and analyze records, reports, operating practices, and documentation techniques

Analyze quantitative and qualitative data and produce summary reports of findings

Monitor compliance with federal grant regulations, state procedures, and controls

Work on projects for extended periods without direct supervision

Can work in a flexible, team oriented environment

Adapt to changing conditions

Conceptual

Bachelor's Degree in accounting or a related field and/or equivalent job-related experience
Preference will be given to those applicants with:

Progressively more responsible accounting and/or auditing or similar work experience

Prior knowledge of federal or state grants management processes

A combination of formal education and work experience

Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records and must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.12.)

Requires possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver's license appropriate to the assignment

The State of Arizona offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

Life insurance and long-term disability insurance

Vacation plus 10 paid holidays per year

Health and dental insurance

Retirement plan

Sick leave

For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)

Please note that enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment

If you have any questions please feel free to contact Ariel Gonzalez at agonzalez@az.gov for assistance