Grant-Focused Accountant | Budgeting & GAAP Expert

Marathon County Public Library; Rome (GA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Marathon County Public Library seeks an Accountant to support the fiscal operations of the Health Department, including grant accounting, budgeting, and forecasting. You will develop and maintain internal controls and assist in financial reporting under the direction of the Finance Director and Health Officer.

Responsibilities include grants management, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, accounts payable/receivable, and compliance with GAAP and GASB, requiring strong Excel and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Experience with grant accounting, budgeting, and reconciliation preferred.
• Knowledge of GAAP and GASB standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee, manage, and monitor grants and related financial activities.
• Assist in annual budgeting and ongoing fiscal monitoring and forecasting.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and analyses.
• Monitor accounts payable and receivable; maintain organized financial files.
• Maintain internal controls and support audits, including single audits where applicable.

Skills

Grant accounting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Excel skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

GAAP knowledge

GASB knowledge

Accounting software

Job description

The Marathon County Public Library seeks an Accountant to support the fiscal operations of the Health Department, including grant accounting, budgeting, and forecasting. You will develop and maintain internal controls and assist in financial reporting under the direction of the Finance Director and Health Officer.

Responsibilities include grants management, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, accounts payable/receivable, and compliance with GAAP and GASB, requiring strong Excel and