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Accountant 1 (On-site)

Albany, NY 12229

Posted: 09/05/2023 Industry: Office Professionals Job Number: 23-00791

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Accountant 1 to join our client's team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for monitoring compliance with Federal and State rules and regulations for Federal grant awards and assisting in various fiscal tasks including contract closeouts.
  • Track receipt of required documentation and engage with internal fiscal staff and providers for any required follow-ups.
  • Meticulously review provider submitted financial reports to ensure accuracy and adherence to approved budget/award parameters.
  • Collaborate with agency fiscal staff and providers to address and resolve discrepancies in claims.
  • Proactively identify problem areas and trends; subsequently, devise solutions.
  • Participate in special studies focusing on fiscal internal controls and processes.
  • Compile and prepare fiscal summary reports and analyses for OMH fiscal staff.
  • Collaborate with agency finance staff to keep track of and monitor the status and expenditures of grant awards ensuring compliance with federal fiscal guidelines.
  • Assist agency finance team in reviewing contracts and ensuring necessary documentation is present before contract execution.
  • Support the Contracts team in reviewing claims using financial system generated control points for annual direct contract closeouts.
  • Aid the Contracts team with quarterly encumbrance-related assignments for Direct Contracts.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, auditing, economics, finance, public administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • A minimum of two years of professional experience in accounting, auditing, finance, economic, fiscal or statistical research, policy analysis, or quantitative, business, market or financial analysis.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Prior hands-on experience with federal grant regulations.
  • Familiarity with federal grant claims and the reimbursement process.
Benefits:
  • Health Insurance
  • Sick Time
  • 401k
Location:
44 Holland Ave. Albany, NY 12208

Duration: approximately 2 years
Apply by deadline: 9/21/2023
Shift Days/Times: Monday – Friday 830-430

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

Meet Your Recruiter

Alexander Alo

Alexander is the newest member of the HEPCO team after joining the company in July 2021. As a recruiter for two years, Alex likes talking with people from all industries and understanding what it is like to be in their shoes. Alex’s last “normal day” pre-COVID- 19 was spent enjoying time with his daughter out in their community.

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