Senior Grant Accountant - Bassett Medical Center

Overview:

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients?  Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference.  We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible. 

Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Manager of Grant Accounting, the Sr. Grant Accountant, will support all aspects of grant accounting assisting with the Grant Accounting INFOR module and engaging with internal stakeholders and funding sources. Role will encompass review of contracts to ensure compliance, verification of expenses, preparation of reports and vouchers with appropriate support to be submitted via relevant on-line portals; monthly reconciliation of general ledger accounts; close collaboration with the Office of Grants Management and Research senior leadership. This role works with, and assists all components of the grants cycle, pre-award, post-award, sub-contract management, and grant closeout procedures. Serves as liaison with various relevant internal partners and funding agencies to meet pre-established deadlines. Ensures that that administration of sponsored programs is compliant with federal, state and private agency rules and regulations, as well as those of Bassett Healthcare Network. This position
requires interaction with management, staff, auditors and other outside agencies. This is a great opportunity for growth-oriented individuals who value high levels of ownership around their work.

• Oversee and perform accounting tasks associated with the network’s accounting system as it relates to grants management. Ensure proper accounting treatment and general ledger postings, ensure compliance with GAAP.
  
• Prepare and import general ledger entries and reconciliations for grant portfolio.
  
• Ensure all federal transactions are in accordance with the grant agreements and Uniform Guidance.
  
• Review restricted fund transactions to ensure the transactions adhere to funding agency guidelines, regulations and grant/contract restrictions as well as internal policy and procedures.
  
• Manage grant billing and invoicing, conduct direct cash draws as appropriate.
  
• Prepare and review grants and contracts expenditures prior to submissions for completeness and accuracy.
  
• Prepare and review working papers and schedules for external audit and Single Audit and other financial reports as required.
  
• Work closely with and support the Office of Grant Management and Research Administration, Program managers and funding agencies to ensure a continuity of services from pre-award through post-award, including reconciliations, financial status reports.
  
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with Office of Grants Management and Research leadership and all other stakeholders in organization.
  
• Prepare, review, and submit all Financial Reporting as required internally and externally.
  
• Stay current on all federal grant regulation, process and reporting requirements, including Uniform Guidance. Stay current on all accounting requirements (FASB, GAAP, etc.) for Funds and other restricted assets.
  
• Analyzes monthly grant activity, monitors spending and expenditures posted to assigned grant projects, and serves as liaison to the Office of Grants Management and Research leadership.
  
• Support monthly financial close process.
  
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education:

• 4 year / Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance or related field, required

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years' experience in grants management, preferably in healthcare, higher education or university grants setting, required
• Minimum 2 years' of hands-on general ledger accounting experience, required
  
• Minimum 2 years' excellent attention to detail, written communication skills and strong analytical skills, required

Skills:

• Communication
• Interacting with People
• Analysis & Evaluation
• Auditing
• Attention to Detail
• Reliability
• Computer Skills
• Accounting

Physical Requirements:

• Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 lbs of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting
  most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking or standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met
• Occasional lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, standing, walking
• Frequent talking
• Constant typing/clerical/dexterity, hearing, repetitive motion, seeing/monitor/computer use

Hazards:

• Occasional bodily fluid/bloodborne exposure

Travel:

• Occasional Travel - The job may require travel from time- to-time, but not on a regular basis

Total Rewards:

Bassett Healthcare Network’s commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:  

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability protection
• Retirement benefits including an employer match 
• And more!

Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

Pay Transparency Statement (Text Only):Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.Min:USD $66,556.32/Yr.Max:USD $99,834.49/Yr.EEO Statement (Text Only):We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.