Grant Accountant III: Budget & Compliance

State of Louisiana

Baton Rouge (LA)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 95,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Job summary

The Department of Wildlife & Fisheries in Baton Rouge, LA seeks a detail-oriented professional to support the administration and financial management of federal grants. The role emphasizes accurate accounting, grant compliance, and timely reporting within a four-year job appointment window.

Qualifications include extensive accounting/auditing experience or a relevant degree with CPA credential. The position requires collaboration across departments to ensure proper fund expenditure and adherence

Qualifications

Five years of accounting, auditing, financial operations, payroll, or banking experience.
Alternative: six years of full-time experience in any field plus 24 semester hours in accounting and two years in related areas.
Bachelor's degree with 24 semester hours in accounting plus two years in related areas.
CPA license is preferred or required depending on position.

Responsibilities

Perform post-award functions: budget and expense analysis, invoicing, financial reporting, reconciliations, federal drawdowns, and grant closeout.
Coordinate with department personnel to ensure proper and timely expenditure of grant funds in compliance with 2 CFR 200 and deadlines.