Grant Manager – Public Finance & Compliance

City of Georgetown, TX; United States; On-site; USD 76,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Georgetown, Texas, is seeking an experienced grant accountant to oversee the lifecycle of the grant from application to closeout. Responsibilities include providing technical guidance on grants, managing accounting operations and financial reporting for SRFs and development units, and coordinating with multiple departments to ensure compliance and accuracy.

This full-time role mentions duties such as preparing journal entries, supporting internal audit, and facilitating year-end

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business or related field.
• Five (5) years of full-time government or grant accounting experience.
• GAAP and governmental accounting principles; IRS regulations; FLSA.
• Automated financial management systems and modern office software.
• Ability to prepare and analyze financial statements and reports.

Responsibilities

• Review grant applications, reporting requirements, reimbursements, and compliance.
• Manage grant receivable and revenue reconciliations.
• Prepare annual grant policy training for City staff.
• Prepare quarterly grant SEFA reports for Council and auditors.
• Support annual external audit and year-end close processes.
• Ensure proper accounting of public funds and maintain internal controls.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Governmental accounting

IRS regulations

FLSA knowledge

Texas law compliance

Automation of financial systems

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business

CGFO or CPA preferred

Tools

Workday

Job description

The City of Georgetown, Texas, is seeking an experienced grant accountant to oversee the lifecycle of the grant from application to closeout. Responsibilities include providing technical guidance on grants, managing accounting operations and financial reporting for SRFs and development units, and coordinating with multiple departments to ensure compliance and accuracy.

This full-time role mentions duties such as preparing journal entries, supporting internal audit, and facilitating year-end