Senior Accountant - Grants

Senior Accountant - Grants

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery is seeking a Senior Accountant – Grants to manage the full financial lifecycle of grants, from pre‑award budgeting through post‑award compliance, accounting, reporting, and closeout. Reporting to the Controller, you’ll work closely with the Grant Strategy Team and Program Managers to ensure accurate cost accounting, analyze budget variances, and deliver clear financial insights to program staff and leadership.

• Review grant contracts to develop invoicing and reporting timelines and allowable costs; set up appropriate general ledger tracking and monitoring tools to ensure accurate and timely billing and reporting for assigned grants.
• Prepare monthly grant invoices, verifying that expenditures are allowable and eligible to be billed to the assigned grants.
• Analyze payroll reports to verify time charged to grants is accurate and within budget and correct any expenditure that is not within the guidelines of the grant budget.
• Ensure that all grant invoices have adequate supporting documentation on file, including timesheets, payroll reports, accounts payable invoices, and other support as needed.
• Responsible for drawing down assigned grants regularly, consistent with grant billing periods, and ensuring all spending adheres to funder rules and federal/state guidelines (e.g., Uniform Guidance).
• Assist in the monthly financial closing process.
• Communicate monthly financial results with appropriate Finance, Grant Strategy, and program staff, informing them of budget‑to‑actual performance.
• Assist with the year‑end external audit requirements for all related grants (single audits), including preparation of SEFA and revenue recognition analysis.
• Assist with periodic funder audits of assigned grants.
• Complete and submit quarterly, semi‑annual, or annual reporting needed for assigned grants.
• Perform monthly and annual reconciliations of grant accounts and ensure the timely and orderly closeout of completed projects.
• Provide technical guidance and training to non‑financial staff on grant requirements and best practices.
• Assist with maintenance of the organization's database tracking of all incoming contracts along with filing and storage for all grants and awards.

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Four to seven years of experience in grant and non‑profit accounting and reporting.
• Thorough understanding of GAAP, internal controls, and relevant regulatory frameworks such as the federal Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200) for organizations receiving federal funds.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, and Access.
• Detail‑oriented with the ability to perform complex tasks and prioritize multiple projects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong problem‑solving skills.
• Strong knowledge of accounting software and audit processes.
• Knowledge of grant funding policies and procedures and applicable local, state, and federal regulations.

Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. The position is eligible for a hybrid model, with an expectation of being in the office a minimum of two days per week and working from home three days. This schedule may be adjusted based on training and department needs.

$87,657.24/yr – $/yr

• Health insurance:
  Kaiser
• Dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts (dependent care & health care)
• Company‑paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Long‑term disability coverage*
• 403(b) retirement plan, 100% vesting immediately, and matching contributions up to 4% after one year of employment
• Accrued Vacation pay up to 12 days and accrued Sick Pay up to 12 days per year, plus 2 floating holidays (hours calculated on a pro‑rata basis based on full‑time equivalency)
• 11 designated holidays each year; exceptions apply for 24/7 programs or facilities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary term life insurance
• Short‑term disability*
• Eligible for benefit if working 30 hours per week or more

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