JOB REQUIREMENTS: This role provides strategic oversight and operational
leadership for the college\'s grant-centric accounting function,
ensuring regulatory compliance, accurate financial reporting, and
stewardship of externally funded resources. The position is accountable
for audit readiness, financial integrity, and the performance of grant
accounting operations. It leads and supports the Grant Accounting
Analyst while partnering with internal and external stakeholders to
ensure compliant and effective management of grant-funded programs. This
position reports to the Director, Grants Development & Operations and
has supervisory responsibilities. Key Institutional Contributions Grant
financial records and reporting are accurate, complete, and compliant
with GAAP, Uniform Grant Guidance, institutional policies, and grantor
requirements. Grant budgets, expenditures, and financial reports are
governed and managed to ensure full compliance with grantor terms and
conditions, supporting continued funding and audit readiness. Internal
controls, reconciliations, and financial oversight processes are
established, enforced, and maintained to ensure compliance with grantor
requirements and external audit standards, reducing financial and
regulatory risk. Grant accounting operations are effectively led,
coordinated, and executed to ensure timely reporting, accurate budget
management, and consistent performance across all grant-funded programs.
Cross-functional collaboration with internal departments, grant
managers, auditors, and external grantors ensures accurate financial
decision-making and compliant administration of grant-funded activities.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Administrative & Operational Execution (45%) Oversee
and participate in grant accounting operations to ensure accuracy,
completeness, and compliance with GAAP, Uniform Grant Guidance,
institutional policies, and grantor requirements. Oversee and review the
recording of grant activity, including journal entries, reconciliations,
and financial reporting transactions. Ensure grant financial reports,
submissions, and supporting documentation are accurate, complete, and
submitted in accordance with grantor and institutional requirements.
Monitor grant expenditures, receipts, and financial records to ensure
proper classification and compliance with funding requirements. Maintain
and ensure integrity of financial records and documentation required for
grant reporting, audits, and regulatory compliance. Client/Customer
Service & Communication (20%) Serve as primary financial contact for
grant-related matters with internal stakeholders, grant project
managers, auditors, and external funding agencies Communicate financial
status, reporting requirements, and compliance updates to grantors,
state agencies, and community partners Participate in funding source
meetings, audit discussions, and grant-related stakeholder engagements
Provide financial guidance to project managers regarding budgets,
allowable costs, and reporting requirements Collaborate with internal
departments and external partners to ensure alignment of financial
processes and grant requirements Critical Thinking & Decision-Making
(20%) Interpret GAAP, Uniform Grant Guidance, grantor requirements, and
institutional policies to ensure compliant grant financial operations
Exercise independent judgment in resolving accounting discrepancies,
compliance issues, and grant-related financial concerns Analyze grant
financial data, expenditures, and budget performance to identify risks,
variances, and corrective actions Evaluate financial reporting accuracy
and determine appropriate adjustments or corrections Assess grant
financial performance and recommend improvements to strengthen
compliance, efficiency, and fiscal stewardship Lead and coordinate
preparation of the Single Audit process, including development of
financial schedules, reconciliation of supporting documentation, and
response to audit inquiries in accordance with regulatory and
institutional requirements. Project & Workflow Management (10%)
Coordinate financial workflows across the grant lifecycle, including
budgeting, implementation, reporting, and close-out activities. Support
development, review, and approval of grant budgets, timelines, and
financial reporting schedules in collaboration with project managers.
Coordinate audit preparation activities, including required
documentation and financial schedules. Participate in recurring grant
management meetings to align financial operations with program timelines
and requirements. Additional Responsibilities (10%) Provide financial
insight to support grant development, budgeting, and funding
sustainability. Contribute to continuous improvement of grant accounting
processes, internal controls, and financial reporting practices.
Participate in institutional initiatives, training, and professional
development activities. Perform other duties as assigned in support of
departmental and institutional operations. Please note this job
description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing
of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the
employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may
change at any time with or without notice. ** OTHER EXPERIENCE
AND QUALIFICATIONS: Required: Minimum of four (4) years of accounting,
financial management, or grant accounting Demonstrated experience
applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and financial
compliance standards, including Uniform Grant Guidance or similar
regulatory frameworks Experience leading, coordinating, or overseeing
accounting functions such as general ledger activity, reconciliations,
financial reporting, or grant accounting operations Experience working
with financial systems, accounting software, or enterprise resource
planning (ERP) systems, including data entry, reporting, and financial
analysis tools Demonstrated ability to interpret financial data,
identify discrepancies, and resolve accounting or compliance issues
using independent judgment Strong communication skills with the ability
to collaborate effectively with internal teams, auditors, grantors, and
external stakeholders Demonstrated ability to manage multiple
priorities, deadlines, and financial reporting cycles in a structured
environment Other knowledge, skills and abilities: Proficient working
knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel Working knowledge of integrated
database Excellent verbal and written communication skills essential
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills Communicate
effectively with internal and external sponsors, students, staff and
vendors Ability to prioritize time and meeting established deadlines
with minimum supervision. ** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply
Online:
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Other: For consideration, applicants are required to submit the
following documentation: 1. Completed application 2. Resume 3. Legible
photocopies of transcripts for any postsecondary education. Indicating
\"see resume\" in blanks does NOT constitute a completed application and
results in disqualification even when a resume is provided. Please visit
our website at www.gtc.edu/hr for application forms and additional
information about the positions currently available. As an applicant,
you will be contacted via phone, e-mail, or letter if you are selected
for an interview. Application deadline date is
