Sr. Program Accountant

Full-time

Description

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW: At Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington, your knowledge and service in areas such as immigrants and refugees, mental health, social work, employment and adult education, legal and financial services, health care, food assistance, shelter and housing, developmental disabilities and prison outreach can make a profound difference in the lives of many. Through more than 50 programs across the district and five surrounding counties, Catholic Charities is opening doors to help and hope. At CCADW, we continue to build an inclusive culture that celebrates a diverse workforce. We offer so much more than just a job. We offer careers. We take pride in our “promote from within” culture. We offer professional development, a comprehensive benefits package, a hybrid work model with both remote and in-office work, and a passion for building and motivating world class, high performing teams. Explore your career opportunity with Catholic Charities. Join us in Inspiring Hope and Building Futures.

JOB SUMMARY: The Sr. Program Accountant administers all financial aspects related to the assigned portfolio. This includes assisting with budget development, billing preparation, pursuing receivable collections and recording revenues and expenses in accordance with GAAP The Sr. Program Accountant ensures reports and related documentation for the Federal Single audit requirements comply with grants and contract regulations. The Sr. Program Accountant prepares monthly reconciliations, roll forward schedules, and assists in the preparation of the Single audit; and will work collaboratively across departments to oversee financial and compliance facets of the grants and contracts awarded.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform the financial operations and administrative functions of assigned portfolio in support of overall contractual goals and objectives.

Serve as primary contact for assigned portfolio.

Prepare accurate and timely monthly contract billings and reconciliations for the assigned portfolio and ensure that the appropriate supporting documentation is prepared and maintained,

Ensure all billings agree with approved budgets and are submitted to the appropriate agencies.

Monitor spending of grant funds and identify the need for budget modification with third party grantors or contractors (Overruns, re-allocation of line items).

Prepare all journal entries for assigned portfolio.

Maintain the original contracts and grants files including approved budgets.

Confirm all agreements and amendments are scanned and electronically filed.

Monitor contracts and grants compliance with funding terms and conditions.

Manage accounts receivable functions for assigned portfolio including coding of receipts.

Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports.

Perform financial and administrative functions in support of the Finance departments overall goals.

Monitor Single Audit compliance of contracts and grants.

Maintaining the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards roll forward.

Preparing monthly reconciliations for Temporary Restricted, Deferred and Refund Accounts.

Preparing monthly reports on First Source Compliance.

Preparing monthly Bad Debt schedule.

Maintaining and updating organizational corporate records; including annual SAM.gov reporting.

Maintain agency database for the contracts and grants and track related deliverables and contract renewal and expirations.

Assist in the preparation and review of the budgets for contracts or grants related to the assigned portfolio as well the organization’s budget process.

Support Program staff in understanding the statement of activities for the program.

Prepare monthly financial variance reports for assigned portfolio.

Assist with the annual audit process.

Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field.

5 years’ experience in accounting with experience in contracts and grants.

SKILLS and COMPETENCIES:

Knowledge of automated financial systems and procurement applications such as Great Plains

Developed computer skills and proficient knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

Compensation Package:

Medical, prescriptions, dental and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with company match

Company-paid and supplemental life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Paid vacation, sick and personal leave

11 paid holidays

Professional development and training

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonus program

Salary Description

$76,921a Year