The Grant Accounting Clerk provides processing and communications support to Alliance Health in the area of TCL, HUD and a variety of State and Federal grants to ensure critical member-support payments are processed timely and in accordance with internal Alliance Health financial standards as well as addressing customer service requests from external stakeholders regarding member payments.
The position collaborates with Care Coordinators, Housing, Accounts Payable, Vendor Setup, and Grant Accountants to ensure all required support for processing these critical payments are provided so that payments are issued timely and per the specific grant terms.
The position reports to the Grants Manager.
This position will allow the successful candidate to work a schedule best suited for the candidate which can include both onsite as well as remote work as approved by their supervisor.
Candidate must be available to travel onsite to the Home office (Morrisville, NC) for meetings, as required.
The projected start date for this position will be February 5, 2024.
Responsibilities & Duties
Review and Compile Payment Requests
Compile payment requests to upload into the accounting system Subsidy/HFA, TCL, HUD and a variety of State and Federal grants
Ensure the payments being requested are accurate, meets required grant timing and member-specific needs
Work closely with Accounts Payable and vendor set-up to troubleshoot any errors with payments to ensure that payments are recorded accurately and paid in accordance with grant terms
Utilize accounting policies, procedures, and controls to assure compliance with Federal and State laws, best practices, and contractual requirements
Maintain financial security by following internal controls
Other duties as assigned
Cross Departmental Support
Answer questions from internal and external stakeholders regarding member payments, troubleshooting errors as needed and providing excellent customer service
Assist with training internal Alliance departments on changes related to systems and documentation as needed for specific grants
Assist with procuring appropriate support from Care Coordinators for Pcard and member payments related to TCL grants
Interact with internal compliance department and external auditors in completing audits
Minimum Requirements
Education & Experience
Graduation from high school or equivalent and six (6) years of experience with Accounting data entry, Bookkeeping, or related experience.
Strong knowledge of Excel preferred.
Sage Intacct experience a plus.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles and practices
Knowledge of the provisions of the standardized accounting practices adopted by state and local government
Knowledge of budget and fiscal activities
Skill in the use of computer and various accounting software applications
Intermediate Excel skills
Skill in communicating, both orally and in written form
Ability to problem solve
Ability to use various computer applications in the performance of assigned tasks and duties
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with representatives of related contact agencies and departmental staff
Ability to assist in interpreting and analyzing accounting data
Ability to operate independently
Salary Range
$20.
84 - $34.
74/hourly
Exact compensation will be determined based on the candidate's education, experience, external market data and consideration of internal equity.
An excellent fringe benefit package accompanies the salary, which includes:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Long Term Disability
Generous retirement savings plan
Flexible work schedules including hybrid/remote options
Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holiday, management leave
Dress flexibility
Education
Required
High School or better in General Studies
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