Staff Accountant

Staff AccountantTalent Software Services is in search of a Staff Accountant for a contract position in Philadelphia, PA. Opportunity will be five months with a strong chance for a long-term extension. Primary Responsibilities/Accountabilities:Working under general supervision, prepares grant close outs, financial and other operating reports, as well as routine accounting tasks.Develops policies and programs affecting the overall organizationGrants: Ensure Grants and Awards established in ERP are set up appropriately including but not limited to Indirect Burdens, Billing Schedules, CFDA, Sponsor Numbers, Award Line Billing Revenue CategoriesMonitoring and financial reporting of external and internal funding including time and effort, grant billing, labor cost allocations, labor cost transfers, non-labor cost transfers, grant fringe benefits and facilities and administration burdens.Prepare grant closeouts including the review, accuracy and compliance with Enterprise and Sponsor guidelines.Customer Service: Partner with Post Award Administration ensuring timely and compliance financial closeouts of grants.Ensure emails and phone calls are responded to within 1 business dayAssist operations with all accounting and finance needs, such as reporting or training.Accounting Functions: Transaction Processing - prepare and understand journal entries; ensure all compliant documentation is uploaded into the ERP along with the journal entries.Review all posted entries into the general ledger to ensure accuracy.Analyze and reconcile assigned accounts on a monthly basisSpecial Projects: Audit: Support Annual Audit, Uniform Guidance Audit, Research Compliance Audit, Enterprise Internal Audits.Other Special ProjectsOther Duties as assigned.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.0-2 Years ExperienceSpecific knowledge and skills. Add paragraphs by clicking enter as necessary.Working knowledge of Workday General Ledger, Grants, Billing/Invoicing Functions preferredHigh level of concentration and ability to handle deadlines in pressure situation.Analytical and problem-solving skills are required.Need strong verbal/written communication skills.Decision Making Authority Check the description that best applies. Guided by established procedures and instructionsX Guided by established policies; develops procedures and instructionsGuided by standards and objectives; develops policiesIf this job is a match for your background, we would be honored to receive your application! Providing consulting opportunities to talented people since 1987, we offer a host of opportunities including contract, contract to hire and permanent placement. Let's talk!