Title:Â Accountant Position Type:Â Long-term, temporary (1+ years) Location:Â Albany, NY Hours:Â 8am-4pm, 40hrs. per week Salary:Â TBD
Responsibilities
Monitor the compliance of Federal and State rules and regulations for Federal grant awards and assisting with contract closeouts.Â
Track receipt of required documentation and follow-up with internal fiscal staff and providers as necessary.
Review provider submitted financial reports for accuracy and fidelity to approved budget/award.
Work with agency fiscal staff and providers as necessary to resolve discrepancies in claims.
Identify problem areas and trends and develop solutions.
Assist in special studies with relation to fiscal internal controls and processes.
Prepare fiscal summary reports and analyses for OMH fiscal staff.
Work with agency finance staff to track and monitor expenditures and status of grant awards to ensure that funds are used efficiently, effectively, and in accordance with federal fiscal guidelines.
Assist agency finance staff with contract reviews to ensure proper documentation is received prior to contract execution.
Assist Contracts team with claim reviews using financial system generated control points for of annual direct contract closeouts.
Assist Contracts team with encumbrance related assignments for Direct Contracts on a quarterly basis.
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Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, auditing, economics, finance, public administration, or a related field or equivalent in education and experience.
Two years of professional experience in the field of accounting, auditing, finance, economic, fiscal or statistical research; policy analysis; or quantitative, business, market or financial analysis.
Preferred Requirements
Prior experience with federal grant regulations.
Prior experience with federal grant claims and reimbursements.
For more than thirty years, Penda Aiken, Inc. has committed itself to serving New York State, solidifying our position as a leading talent acquisition firm in the Northeast. Our team of industry experts collaborates closely with top-tier companies and exceptional candidates, providing personalized guidance to ensure the best possible results for everyone involved.
Partnering with Penda Aiken Inc. means positioning yourself for success. We provide access to competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits such as healthcare and dental coverage, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off (PTO), all delivered with personalized attention.
Penda Aiken, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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