JOB TITLE:                                                                                  Grant Accountant

LOCATION:                                                                                  Chittenango, NY

FSLA STATUS:                                                                             Salaried Hourly / Non-Exempt

WORK SCHEDULE:                                                                       Full-Time, Hours may vary

REPORTS TO:                                                                              Controller

SALARY:                                                                                      $60,000 - $75,000 (depending on experience - please see required minimum qualifications below)

 Job Summary                                                                                                                                                                                   

Clear Path for Veterans, Inc. (CPV or Clear Path) is a community-based organization delivering world class, holistic programs and services to veterans and their families without condition. The Grant Accountant performs professional level work under the general supervision of the Controller and is responsible for the financial and compliance aspects of accounting for grants and funding contracts for the organization. The incumbent adheres to the Standard Operating Procedures in the financial policy, ensuring a clean annual audit. The Grant Accountant assists the Controller to ensure that all grant management and financial reporting is accurate and timely. This position works closely with the finance team, program directors, the Grant Writer and funders, where appropriate. This position reports directly to the Controller.

 Primary Functions                                                                                                                                                                          

Financial and Grant Accounting

1. Responsible for verifying, classifying and coding grant transactions for input into the accounting
2. Prepares and issues grant invoices to funders, while ensuring invoice accuracy and compliance, tracks payments, follows up on outstanding balances.
3. Maintains and reconciles financial records for grant spending, resolves discrepancies, and supports month-end close processes.
4. Assists in the maintenance of annual budget in collaboration with the Controller and other staff by recommending and making grant budget modifications.
5. Works closely with grant writer and program leads to build budgets for new or renewing grants and contracts; monitors and forecasts expenditures to manage fund availability and allocation.
6. Assigns unique fund or project codes to new
7. Maintains all grants and contracts in accounting
8. Allocates personnel costs for all employees, with emphasis on grant funded
9. Monitors grant activities and ensures compliance with donor and federal
10. Prepares financial forecasts on large grants to monitor spend rates and recommend
11. Performs other related duties as

Compliance

1. Ensures that grant activities comply with regulations and policies set by funding agencies and internal
2. Prepares and submits required reporting to funding agencies in accordance with
3. Complies with audit requests and prepares required

 Education and Experience Needed                                                                                                                                            

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Additionally, candidates must possess three (3) to five (5) years of General Ledger experience with a non-profit organization.
• Experience in fund development, monitoring and reporting is

 Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Needed to Perform Effectively in the Position                                                   

Good knowledge of the purposes, principles, terminology, and practices employed in accounting, budget. preparation, financial management and risk management.

Good knowledge of project accounting.

Knowledge of the principles and practices of grant administration.

Above average understanding of resource management as it relates to staff and finances. Superior interpersonal and communication skills.

Exceptional organizational skills. Skilled at budget forecasting.

Critical thinking skills.

Effective problem-solving skills.

Computer literacy and the ability to operate office equipment sufficient to perform the functions of the job. Ability to prepare accurate accounting reports and statements, and to present the same.

Ability to gather, assemble and analyze facts and draw conclusions.

Understanding of and commitment to Clear Path’s mission, policies, and protocols. Ability to use sound judgment.

Ability to read and understand grants and contracts. Ability to prepare detailed reports.

Ability to work with a diverse group of people. Above-average ability to problem solve.

Ability to understand and work with veterans and their families. Ability to travel and work flexible hours including weekends.

Ability to exhibit passion and support for the mission of Clear Path for Veterans.

Additional Requirements                                                    

• May be required to work weekends and evenings as needed.
• Participate in special events as required.
• Required to travel to chapter and affiliate locations as strategically defined.
• Attend conferences and networking opportunities.

Work Location                                                                                                                                                                                   

Work locations will vary depending on day-to-day tasks and responsibilities. Working remotely/hybrid may be required to increase efficiency and not impede day-to-day operations.

 Job-related Physical Abilities needed to perform the job in a satisfactory manner                                            

Must possess speech and hearing sufficient for telephone and in-person communications. Manual dexterity is sufficient for constant use of computer keyboard and other office equipment. Vision sufficient for frequent use of a computer monitor, developing and reading paperwork. Must be able to stand and be actively mobile for extended periods of time, including bending, stooping, reaching, running, balancing, etc. Must be able to lift a minimum of 35 lbs.

• All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with

 Expectations                                                                                                                                                                                    

• Ensure all Clear Path for Veterans employees conduct themselves in a professional manner towards others including but not limited to; veterans, volunteers, other Clear Path employees, and visitors.
• Ensure that veterans, volunteers, employees, or visitors have a world class experience with Clear
• Supports and promotes the Clear Path