We are looking for an experienced Accountant to join our team in Lorain, Ohio. In this Contract to permanent position, you will play a key part in managing federally awarded grants and contracts, ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial reporting. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to the financial operations of the local government while collaborating with a dedicated team.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee financial management of federally awarded grants and housing authority contracts, ensuring compliance with monetary limits.<br>• Provide expert financial input in the preparation, revision, and closing of grant budgets.<br>• Develop and maintain detailed spreadsheets to track budgets, obligations, and expenditures.<br>• Review and process invoices related to grants and reconcile line items with the general ledger.<br>• Monitor the financial performance of contracts and address discrepancies promptly.<br>• Prepare and submit funding requests for grants, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.<br>• Report monthly obligations and expenditures through the designated electronic systems.<br>• Execute year-end entries, including revenue recognition, accounts payable accruals, and grant close-out adjustments.<br>• Allocate personnel costs to relevant grants and maintain precise financial records.<br>• Support staff with supervision, direction, and problem-solving to enhance financial operations.

• Proven experience with general ledger management and financial reporting.<br>• Strong proficiency in preparing and posting journal entries.<br>• Expertise in performing bank reconciliations and ensuring accuracy.<br>• Familiarity with grant management and compliance standards.<br>• Ability to analyze and reconcile financial data effectively.<br>• Advanced skills in spreadsheet creation and maintenance.<br>• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.<br>• Solid understanding of accounting principles and practices.

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