Grant AccountantPosting Begin Date: 2024/07/31Posting End Date: 2024/08/14Category: Accounting and FinanceSub Category: ProfessionalWork Type: Full TimeLocation: Boise, ID, United StatesMinimum Salary: 27.70Maximum Salary: 34.62Pay Rate Type: HourlyDescriptionIdaho Department of Fish and Game OpportunityPlease Note: Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MDT on the posting end date. The Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) is currently seeking a Grant Accountant (Senior Financial Specialist). This position will prepare financial documents and invoices for submission to grantors, monitor grant budgets and expenditures, and work closely with program managers and accounting staff to provide financial support and to ensure compliance with grantor guidelines. The Grant Accountant will work in our Administrative Bureau from our Headquarters office, situated adjacent to the Boise Greenbelt, the MK Nature Center, and the Kristin Armstrong Municipal Park in Boise. Why IDFG? We are a premier natural resource agency dedicated to preserving, protecting, perpetuating, and managing Idaho's fish and wildlife for this great state. We are committed to creativity, innovation, and excellence as we cultivate opportunities for our customers to engage with our natural resources and become resource stewards for future generations. We are highly dedicated to our mission, committed to our team, and we know how to balance work/life commitments while loving the work we do. What We Offer:
Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance (https://ogi.idaho.gov/) - employee only coverage for PPO $65/month for medical and vision & $11.82/month for dental
Participation in one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (https://www.persi.idaho.gov/members-1)
Generous vacation and sick leave accrual that begins as soon as you start (accumulate approximately 3 weeks of vacation the first year, and increasing with state longevity)
Eleven paid holidays a year
Eight weeks of Paid Parental Leave
Multiple saving plans-optional 401k and 457 plans
Group Life Insurance/Disability Insurance/Supplemental Life Insurance (https://ogi.idaho.gov/life-disability/) - state provided basic life insurance coverage and affordable supplemental plans
Public Sector Student Loan Forgiveness (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service) (eligibility requirements may apply)
Employee Assistance Program (https://ogi.idaho.gov/counseling/) - confidential support, information, and resources for all of life's challenges
State (https://healthmatters.idaho.gov/) and Department Wellness Programs
Ongoing training opportunities (https://dhr.idaho.gov/trainings/)
Potential flexible work schedule
Responsibilities:
Monitor grant budgets, expenditures, and revenue
Prepare invoices and file all required financial reports
Ensure project costs comply with applicable accounting procedures, contract/grant terms and conditions, and applicable regulations
Develop grant-related training for departmental personnel
Provide oversight, support, and assistance to program managers and financial staff
Collaborate with auditors and provide grant documentation and process walkthroughs
Reconciliation of project accounts, grant ledgers and accounts receivable
Communicate financial information to internal and external stakeholders
Seek continual improvement in grant administration processes, working to streamline grant process steps internally and externally
Attend training events, meetings, educational workshops, and conferences that improve professional skills and knowledge
Ad hoc duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications: (These qualifications are required.)
Good knowledge of accounting principles and practices. (Typically gained by at least four years of professional work experience as an accountant, or equivalent, applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) OR successful completion of an associate degree in accounting AND at least two years of professional work experience as an accountant or equivalent.)
Experience developing and preparing financial documents. (Typically gained by at least one year of full-time work experience.)
Experience using a personal computer to develop, analyze, and report on financial data. (Typically gained by at least one year of full-time work experience using a personal computer to develop, analyze and report on financial data as a regularly assigned job duty.)
Experience analyzing financial activities and recommending management action. (Typically gained by at least one year of full-time experience preparing routine and specialty analysis and recommending management action.)
The ideal candidate will have prior experience in financial grant management including reviewing grant expenditures and revenue, submitting invoices and draw downs, monitoring grant budgets, submitting financial reports to grantors, and ensuring project costs comply with 2 CFR Part 200 and any grant specific terms and conditions. Additional consideration may be given at the time of interview to candidates who have relatable training and/or experience in these areas. Please be sure to include within your application material that you submit any training and/or experience you may have in these areas.
To learn more about the Idaho Department of Fish and Game, please see the following:
(Video) Idaho Fish and Game - We Make It Happen (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YdBz2949oxQ)
Thank you for applying with us!
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Idaho Department of Fish and Game
P.O. Box 25Boise, Idaho 83707WEBSITE:https://idfg.idaho.gov/ If you have questions,please contact us at: EMAIL:[emailprotected] PHONE: (208) 334-3773 EEO/ADA/Veteran:The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email[emailprotected].Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
