Grant Accounting & Audit Specialist (Government)

West Virginia; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The West Virginia Division of Administrative Services is seeking an Accountant/Auditor 3 to oversee grant financial administration, including monthly fund distributions to sub-grantees, under supervision at the full-performance level.

The role requires strong knowledge of governmental accounting principles and auditing standards, excellent organization, and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality of sub-grantee data and PII. MS Office and Google apps proficiency is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with at least 24 semester hours in accounting.
• Two years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in professional accounting, statutory accounting or auditing work.
• Substitutions include a Master's degree for required experience or a registered Public Accountant in WV.
• Note: 1 additional year of accounting experience may substitute for required accounting hours.

Responsibilities

• Monthly review, validation, and authorization of fund distributions to sub-grantees.
• Collaborate with criminal justice program specialists to resolve issues or deficiencies.
• Backup for grant fund withdrawals and deposits.
• Assist in onboarding and training new accounting staff.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

auditing standards

confidentiality

MS Office

Google apps

valid driver’s license

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

24 semester hours in accounting

Tools

none

Job description

The West Virginia Division of Administrative Services is seeking an Accountant/Auditor 3 to oversee grant financial administration, including monthly fund distributions to sub-grantees, under supervision at the full-performance level.

The role requires strong knowledge of governmental accounting principles and auditing standards, excellent organization, and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality of sub-grantee data and PII. MS Office and Google apps proficiency is essential.