The Support Services functions at S:US are carried out by a team of professionals with differing backgrounds who share deeply in the S:US mission. We provide resources and support to the program departments to collectively pursue that mission. Support Services is a collegial, supportive and dynamic culture that continuously seeks to improve. We strive to treat all staff with respect in each interaction.  We are motivated to accomplish our individual and collective tasks by the belief that we can help transform the lives of people we serve thereby righting societal imbalances. 

The Grants Accountant will report to the Director and/or Senior Director of Grants Administration and provide day-to-day support to the Grants Department. This position will assist with the management of a portion of SUS’s grants and funded programs as well as administrative tasks within the Grants Department. This individual will work closely with a variety of fiscal and budgetary functions. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Grants Administration and Budgeting  

• Run financial reports to compile data needed to reconcile contracts and prepare and submit vouchers. 

• Maintain the P&L and review expense allocations on a regular basis for accuracy  

• Monitor the AR and cash management 

• Maintain accurate files for assigned funding source 

• Collect and organize documentation to respond to audit requests, as assigned by Director and/or Senior Director of Grants Administration. 

Reporting and Analysis 

• Analyze year-to-date financial performance of assigned programs  

• Calculate revenue and expense projections for assigned programs 

• Ensure timely completion of reports and other correspondence 

 Other 

• Assist with implementation and testing of new ERP Systems (and/or upgrade of the existing systems). 

• Perform other duties as assigned. 

REQUIREMENTS: 

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE  

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting 

• Excellent communication skills – ability to present financial data to financial and non-financial customers  

• High level of attention to detail 

• Demonstrated skills using Microsoft desktop applications including: Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Visio. 

• Expert proficiency in Microsoft Excel creating models and using advanced formulas preferred. 
   

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS 

• 1+ years of experience – social services 

• 1+ years experience with ERP/Accounting systems – Microsoft Dynamics – NAV preferred