Grant Accountant — Mission-Driven GAAP Specialist

MERS Goodwill; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

Life Insurance

Retirement plans (403B)

401A Retirement

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

MERS Missouri Goodwill is seeking a Grant Accountant to join our Accounting team. The ideal candidate will support our mission, "Changing Lives Through the Power of Work!" and work on the grant accounting cycle, including policy and procedure assurance.

This full-time, hourly position requires a bachelor's degree in Accountancy, GL accounting experience, and strong GAAP knowledge. Competitive benefits apply from date of hire.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in Accountancy is required.
• Experience with General Ledger accounting is required.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial accounting principles.
• Proficient in MS Office and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Coordination of the grant accounting transaction cycle, including policy and procedure assurance.
• Primary liaison between MERS/Missouri Goodwill and grant providers as well as the responsibility to assist the Grants Accounting Supervisor and Controller with annual Uniform Guidance Audit.
• Invoice preparation and processing, including document maintenance and monthly account reconciliation.
• Coordinate and verify supporting documentation to insure accurate and timely month end reporting.
• Review monthly grant income statements for accuracy and completeness.
• Assist with completion of annual budget and year end audit.
• Assist in coordination and completion of the annual Uniform Guidance Audit.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

General Ledger accounting

GAAP knowledge

MS Office / Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy

Tools

Excel

Job description

MERS Missouri Goodwill is seeking a Grant Accountant to join our Accounting team. The ideal candidate will support our mission, "Changing Lives Through the Power of Work!" and work on the grant accounting cycle, including policy and procedure assurance.

This full-time, hourly position requires a bachelor's degree in Accountancy, GL accounting experience, and strong GAAP knowledge. Competitive benefits apply from date of hire.