Grant Accountant (Remote- Colorado Only)

Grant Accountant (Remote- Colorado Only)

We're with you for life's journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn't just something we believe init's something we live every day.

Our Values

Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency

Job Summary

Under moderate supervision, performs full performance professional level accounting work: processes financial transactions; prepares financial records, reports, and invoices; and guides management through financial decision making to ensure compliance with fiscal rules and policies in accordance with using audit guidelines, including GAAP, GASB, FASB accounting regulations, and 2 CFR 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (Uniform Guidance).

Essential Functions:

• Prepares and submits sponsor invoices including: selection of the proper invoice forms; verification of the accuracy and completeness of all information on the invoice; gathering necessary back-up documentation, reports, or certifications to support expenses; obtaining required department approvals. (40%)
• Maintains compliance and fiscal accountability with regard to rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and as applicable 2 CFR 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (Uniform Guidance). Audits complex financial records and transactions; identifying and researching discrepancies; resolving, or making recommendations, errors; recording and reviewing cost transfers. (25%)
• Performs central Federal Draw process for entire team on a rotation basis. Enters journal entries for teammates as needed. (10%)
• Performs final reviews of awards/contracts/project expenditures, payments, and accounts receivable in the award closeout process. (10%)
• Prepares of Federal Financial Reports (SF-425) and any other sponsor financial reports required as per contracts, in compliance with regulations. (5%)
• Monitors and follows-up on open Accounts Receivable. Performs collections activities for past due debts and escalates as appropriate. (5%)
• Maintains Standard Work and performs continuous process improvement. (5%)

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree or 4 more years of experience in lieu of Bachelor's Degree Required

Work Experience:

• 1-3 years One to three years of sponsored project (post-award) administration or professional level accounting experience reconciling accounting discrepancies, analyzing expenditures, and preparing financial reports. Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• 2 CFR 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (Uniform Guidance)
• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Decision Making - Specifies goals and obstacles to achieving those goals, generates alternatives, considers risks, and evaluates and chooses the best alternative in order to make a determination, draw conclusions, or solve a problem.
• Interpersonal Skills - Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, cooperation, concern, and politeness to others and relates well to different people from varied backgrounds and different situations.
• Mathematical Reasoning - Solves practical problems by choosing appropriately from a variety of mathematical and statistical techniques.
• Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
• Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of accounting and auditing sufficient to be able to establish, maintain, understand and interpret various accounting systems, for general purposes or to assist others.
• Knowledge of budgeting principles and practices sufficient to be able to perform a variety of duties related to the work assignment.
• Knowledge of computers and software sufficient to be able to evaluate system capabilities and troubleshoot systems following implementation.
• Learning - Uses efficient learning techniques to acquire and apply new knowledge and skills; uses training, feedback, or other opportunities for self-learning and development.
• Reading - Understands and interprets written material, including technical material, rules, regulations, instructions, reports, charts, graphs, or tables; applies what is learned from written material to specific situations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Shift

Days (United States of America)

Work Type

Regular

Salary

$61,400.00 - $89,000.00 / yr

Benefits

At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you're joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.

Here is a small list of our benefit programs:

• Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
• 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
• Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
• Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
• Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
• Tuition reimbursement & assistance
• Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

About Denver Health

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver's 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado's primary, and essential, safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.

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