Project and Grant Accounting Analyst
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Job Location:
Houston, MS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position Description
About Harris County Flood Control District:
The Flood Control District has the mission to reduce the risk of flooding in Harris County the third most populated county in the United States with a population in excess of 4.7 million including the City of Houston the nations fourth largest city. The Flood Control District has jurisdiction over the primary stormwater facilities in the county which consist of approximately 1500 channels totaling nearly 2500 miles in length as well as more than 60 regional stormwater detention basins totaling more than 10000 acres and several wetlands mitigation banks including Greens Bayou.What you will do atHarris County Flood Control District:
The Harris County Flood Control District is seeking qualified candidates for the Project and Grant Accounting Analyst position which is responsible for maintaining the financials for the Districts assigned grants and projects which includes reconciling account balances to the Countys financial system analyzing project and grant financial data preparing and maintaining project and grant financial statements & reports providing financial accounting for grant compliance developing and suggesting strategic financial recommendations as necessary.
Essential Functions and Duties:Grant & Project Budget Oversight- Monitor the budgets for grants and/or projects including budget funding and transfers by utilizing the County and Districts financial and project applications.
- Monitor periodic submittal of substantially completed projects to the Commissioners Court.
- Prepare requests for financial funding codes related to grants and/or projects.
- Prepare financial journal entries and financial reports for assigned grants and/or projects.
- Review capital assets journal entries construction work in progress land purchases and sales.
- Responsible for reviewing Capital Assets journal entries periodic review of Construction Work in Progress Land purchases and sales and Other capital assets.
- Prepare reconciliations related to grants and/or project closeouts.
- Assist with the preparation of interest allocations periodic allocations related to the collection of impact fees and preparation of the revenue certification on a quarterly basis.
- Coordinate the preparation for periodic grant audits performed by the State and other granting agencies.
- Coordinate and prepare the monthly submission of grant reimbursement requests.
- Respond to internal and external requests such as those from the County auditors office Corp. of Engineers reimbursement requests etc.
- Act as liaison to the Harris County Auditors Office Harris County Grants Management Office the County Budget Office and other District divisions.
- Assume additional responsibilities as required adapting to the Districts evolving demands responsibilities needs and objectives.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
If you need special services or accommodations please call or email.
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and even when considered may not automatically disqualify the candidate.Requirements
Education:
- High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent from an accredited college or university
Experience:- Five (5) years experience in finance accounting with a focus on grants and project accounting developing and preparing financial reports and conducting financial presentations.
Comparable combination of education training and/or experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basisLicensure:Knowledge Skills and Abilities:- Valid Class C Texas Drivers License.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Good understanding of financial and grant accounting guidelines regulations and standards.
- Excellent analytical and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and/or assignments.
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
- Can work independently with limited supervision.
NOTE: Qualifying education experience knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation butONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resume will not be accepted for qualifications.
Preferences
Education:
- Bachelors degree in Business Administration Accounting and/or Finance from an accredited college or university(preferred)
General Information
Position Type Hours and Salary:
Regular Full-Time Non-exempt
40 hours per week
Salary: To be discussed at interview
Location:
Project & Grant Accounting 9900 Northwest Freeway
Houston TX 77092
Physical Demands and Environmental Exposure:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:- Frequent standing and walking; prolonged sitting for extended periods of time.
- Frequent sorting filing shelving and handling of documents books files file drawers and related materials and equipment required for clerical operations.
- Occasional stooping bending reaching lifting and carrying of items up to 15 pounds.
- Occasional ascending/descending stairs.
- Work is performed indoors in a normal office environment with acceptable lighting temperature air conditions and noise levels.
- Requires extensive use of a video display terminal (computer monitor).
- May be exposed to fluids compounds or chemicals used in cleaning offices and/or work areas.
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
Required Experience:
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