Grants and Compliance Accountant

Job Details

Job Location:

Tucson, AZ 85756

Position Type:
Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Salary Range: $57,783.00 - $88,744.00 Salary/year

Travel Percentage:
None

Job Shift: Day

Job Category:
Accounting

Under general supervision, assists the grants team with reporting, monitoring compliance, and preparing full invoicing and reimbursement processes for grant funded projects including journal entries, analyses, and other required tasks for the month-end close process; assists in the reconciliation of grant reimbursement balance sheet, accounts and required reporting documents and forms. Assists with other general accounting tasks, as needed to support the Tucson Airport Authority (TAA) for Tucson International Airport (TUS) and Ryan Airfield (RYN).

• Support and advocate for TAA’s Mission, Vision, Guiding Principles and act as a champion and role‑model of TAA’s Cultural Fundamentals.
• Prepare and record monthly reimbursement packets and entries in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
• Assist in the coordination of the month‑end close process.
• Perform monthly general ledger account analyses and reconciliations, including but not limited to project summaries.
• Review accounting records and transactions as assigned for accuracy, adequacy of supporting documentation, and compliance with company policy and procedures.
• Assist in preparing for grant audits, ensuring that all project records, procurement documents, and financial reports are organized and complete for audit review.
• Assist with preparation of the annual Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards as part of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.
• Assist with grant reconciliations, including the grant closeout process, ensuring that financial reports, project summaries, and any funding agency required closeout documentation are submitted timely.
• Support the Director of Grants and Compliance with the final reconciliation of grant expenditures to ensure compliance with funding agency’s reporting and grant closeout standards, including maintaining records per record‑keeping guidelines.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and prepare associated schedules as assigned.
• Assist as needed with preparation of monthly federal excise tax, sales and use tax reports.
• Assist with accounts payable functions, as needed.

• Actively support the annual financial audit process.

• Proactively identify areas for potential improvement in the Finance Department and Grants and Compliance processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Be responsive to airport emergencies and situations that may involve loss of human life or property; support public safety and operational response to emergencies; utilize Incident Management System (ICS)/National Incident Management System (NIMS) protocols and procedures; coordinate and/or participate in after‑action emergency de‑briefing with appropriate departments and stakeholders.

The above listed functions are not necessarily all the essential functions. Job duties and functions may be expanded or reduced by management based on future changing needs and job requirements.

Position Requirements:

A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or other related fields from an accredited college or university and two years related experience. TAA will consider any equivalent combination of experience and education that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Microsoft Excel Intermediate level
• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software experience
• Advanced account reconciliations

Skill in:

• Perform tasks with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to initiate and organize responsibilities and to meet deadlines.
• Willingness to take independent action relative to work problems requiring immediate solutions, including notification to your supervisor if you are unable to resolve work problems.
• Desired candidate can work with cross‑functional teams and provide excellent customer service.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated analytical skills and innovative approach to…