Grants Accounting Analyst

The Grants Accounting Analyst develops, administers and maintains accounting records for managing federal and state grants, and other external funding acquired by the LCTCS. Responsibilities include completing financial reports, analyzing and interpreting fiscal and accounting records to prepare comprehensive and concise accounting, statistical, and narrative reports.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the proper accounting and reporting of all grant programs for LCTCS, understanding contractual agreements and reporting requirements.
• Works closely with project managers to establish budgeting and financial procedures.
• Examines financial reports and requests to ensure that all requests for reimbursement are within budgetary limits.
• Assists in developing grant allocations as assigned.
• Prepares requests for reimbursements to external funding sources as required.
• Prepares and processes invoices for reimbursement to sub recipients in Banner and LCTCS' Electronic Grants System (eGrants).
• Monitors grant-related expenditures in accordance with federal and state guidelines to ensure compliance and that there are sufficient grant funds for the expenditure.
• Compiles necessary information to prepare periodic grant billings for external agencies.
• Assists in preparing and filing all financial reports required of a grant, including monthly budget reports and periodic financial reports for Federal, State, and Private Agencies.
• Analyzes reimbursement requests.
• Maintains and monitors employee time and effort certifications required of a grant.
• Communicates with public accountants and state, federal, and independent auditors to resolve fiscal issues, accounting procedures, and regulations.
• Maintains confidentiality of privileged information and uses sound judgement in decision-making.
• Codes travel and other grant funded transactions appropriately.
• Reviews ledgers and provides information and coding corrections to accounting for entry into the financial system.
• Assists with the preparation and delivery of grant-related trainings.
• Performs desk audits to ensure fiscal compliance of Federal, State and Private grants.
• Reviews Grant Applications to ensure programmatic and financial compliance.
• Provides technical assistance to LCTCS grant sub-recipients.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education: BA/BS degree in accounting, business administration, economics, or related field required.

Required Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of applicable experience required with a working knowledge of state and federal policies and procedures related to grant funds and grant financial internal control systems. Experience with a major automated financial system is required.

Preferred Experience: Experience with performing audits of Federal programs is preferred, along with governmental grants accounting/auditing and higher education experience in Louisiana.

Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted and the position will remain open until filled.

Application Instructions: Submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional/work-related references. *If selected, a certified copy of transcript will be required prior to final offer.

In accordance with LCTCS Policy #6.036, a criminal history check will be conducted on all new hires. LCTCS participates in the federal E-Verify system for identification and employment eligibility purposes. LCTCS is an equal opportunity/equal access employer, supporting improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.