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Reporting to the Controller and via consultation of program executive director and directors of programs, the Sr Program Accountant supports the coordination and completion of the required accounting, budgeting and funder reporting for his/her assigned programs. This position will focus his/her efforts on ensuring compliance with contract and grant requirements, supporting program leadership with its financial decisions, and supporting the conduct of internal and external budgets in an accurate and timely manner.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Prepares periodic funder reporting with input from program leadership and direction of accounting leadership.
• Supports program leadership and staff with development of internal and external budgets for assigned programs, contracts and government grants.
• Prepares for periodic funder audits and other financial reviews at direction of accounting leadership.
• Serves as a liaison with private and government funders to support ongoing communication between One Hope United and its funders.
• Develops monthly, periodic and ad hoc analysis of financial performance, including revenue and expense trends at direction of program and accounting leadership.
• Prepares and submits accounting adjustments, reclassifications and other journal entries, to ensure accuracy of program financial accounts.
• Builds and maintains understanding of government funder regulations and guidelines.
• Educates program leadership and staff about internal practices and policies to help ensure compliance with best practices and funder requirements for internal accounting controls.
• Accounts for budgeted and actual position control numbers to help ensure accuracy of allocated program staff for assigned programs, contracts and government grants.
• Partners with program staff to ensure accuracy of accounts receivables by monitoring A/R activities, reconciliations and payment applications;
• Partners with program leadership and staff to educate on accurate coding and allowability of accounts payable invoices and vendors.
• This list of essential functions is not intended to be exhaustive. One Hope United reserves the right to revise this job description as needed to comply with actual job requirements.
Qualifications
Education: BA degree in Accounting is required. Finance or Business Management training/experience is a plus.
Experience: 5-7 years of grant accounting experience is required; previous experience working with/or for a Florida CBC is a plus
Other: Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record with OHU required levels of coverage for auto insurance
Required Skills
1. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
2. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables
3. Ability to read and analyze financial reports
4. Ability to effectively present information to top management
5. Proficient computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment and adaptive skills to expand software application skills as necessary.
6. Advanced proficiency in Excel.
7. Familiarity with accounting systems and reporting functions.
8. Ability to exercise discretion and ensure confidentiality.
9. Ability to analyze contracts
10. Knowledge of 2 CFR 200
11. Knowledge of GAAP accounting
ONE HOPE UNITED VALUES
Do the Right Thing | We serve the best interest of our clients and staff. We act mindfully and responsibly, honoring our commitments. We’re willing to challenge the status quo.
Fully Contribute | We bring our presence, passion, and ideas to every interaction, and we respect differing views and backgrounds so that others can do the same.
Empower One Another | We collaborate with, care for, and encourage each other toward greater impact, treating everyone with dignity and respect
Turn Hope into Action | We believe in the resiliency of the human spirit. We advocate for those in need and do what it takes to build a better future for all.
Seek Impact Every Day | We make things happen, and make them count. We leverage all our resources and make data-informed decisions for maximum, sustainable results.
Always Keep Improving | We pursue excellence in an atmosphere of innovation. We embrace change, take prudent risks, learn from failure, and recognize success.
We Invest in You!
- Competitive pay and benefits
- Tuition assistance up to $2500 per year
- Generous vacation and PTO plans
- Health, dental, vision, 403b Retirement, flexible spending accounts, Agency paid life and LTD, supplemental life insurance
- Career ladders, professional development, and promotion opportunities
- Leadership opportunities on site-based Center Management Teams
A Different Kind Of Employer - One Hope United is strong and ready to grow. Are you ready to grow with us?
- 800 talented professionals strong, serving 10,000 children and families in Illinois, Wisconsin, Missouri, and Florida
- Fiscally stable, $50 Million agency-- strong since 1895
- Energetic leadership and a rich community of support
One Hope United does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. One Hope United is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. One Hope United participates in e Verify.
In the spirit of caring for one another and our community, please note that upon accepting an offer of employment from One Hope United, you will be required to share proof of a Covid-19 vaccination. The requirement is subject to accommodation in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
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