Senior Grants Accounting Manager

$89,400 - $106,000/Yr

The American Psychiatric Association - Washington, DC

Full-time - Senior

Washington, DC

About the position

The Senior Grants Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the management of government and private grants, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and reconciling month-end general ledger accounts. This role serves as a liaison between departments regarding grants and requires a deep understanding of government contract and financial management regulations. The position demands a high degree of independence and judgment in managing grant-related activities.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main point of contact for information and guidance on grants and contracts.
• Maintain quality oversight of a portfolio of grants within APA and APAF's programs.
• Directly supervise one or more Grants Managers and/or grants staff.
• Ensure compliance with existing agreements and institutional grant-related policies and procedures.
• Prepare and record monthly calculations for overhead related to all private and federal grants.
• Prepare indirect cost calculations and apply proper rates to grants.
• Maintain and distribute temporarily restricted net asset and board designated schedules, ensuring programmatic departments understand available funds.
• Assist departments by reviewing grant documents and identifying financial inaccuracies.
• Maintain all government and private award files, including pre and post-award documentation.
• Review costs incurred and draw down federal funds as appropriate.
• Bill appropriate grants on a monthly/quarterly basis.
• Prepare all required federal financial forms and maintain federal financial system databases and reports.
• Provide financial reports to internal grant managers, including an analysis of spending.
• Lead yearly and interim financial audits related to grants and net assets schedules.
• Timely close grant transactions and reconciliations monthly.
• Manage requirements for CFR Part 200, Uniform Administration Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards.
• Develop pre-award grant budgets and prepare budgets for the annual APA budget process.
• Ensure Intacct is fully utilized for fund reporting and grant receivables.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in accounting.
• Eight years of progressively responsible accounting and/or finance experience.
• Knowledge and understanding of Government Grant Reporting (CFR Part 200).
• Knowledge of Intacct Financials is a plus.
• Strong Excel skills and excellent organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work well with others.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $89,400-$106,000.
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Retirement savings plan options.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development opportunities.