Grants Specialist
- Employer
- Chicago Public Schools - CPS
- Location
- Chicago, IL, US
- Salary
- Competitive
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Job Details
The Grants Specialist will, under general supervision, engage in the accounting for grant funded programs; designs, works with computerized accounting systems and internal controls to ensure operational efficiency; adheres to grant related work standards and processes; ensures the accurate and appropriate allocation of funds; reviews forecasts of anticipated expenses and revenues ensuring projections are based on valid economic trends; develops responses to auditors finding and assists in the development of processes and procedures to implement audit recommendations; Performs related duties as required.
Key Responsibilities:
Education and Experience:
Computer Skills:
Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint; Oracle Financials. Oracle or similar ERP experience in a large decentralized is highly preferred.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and submit reimbursable grant claims, including expenditure reports and close out documents to ensure accuracy, completeness and timeless of grant accounting and reporting.
- Reviews and examines various grants and takes the initiative to increase grant funding.
- Minimize the risk of non-compliance with Federal, State and Local requirements and deadlines.
- Assist in the development of Single Audit finding responses and collaborate with user departments to create and implement action plans.
- Verify the information in the Gifts, Grants and Donations module to ensure compliance with grant guidelines and requirements.
- Contribute to monthly, quarterly and annual grants aging and other analytical reports for management review.
- Ensure the accuracy of grants related transactions in the Oracle Accounts Receivable module.
- Prepare annual audit workpapers, as well as the fiscal data needed for inclusion in the Supplementary Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA) within the established deadlines.
- Review data included in the various Accounts Receivable module reports and customer setups for accuracy.
- Function as a liaison on grant accounting related issues with various departments such as Grants Management, Budget, Central Office Units and Schools.
Education and Experience:
- Education Required-Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or business related field.
- Experience Preferred- 2+years of experience in a large government or decentralized organization monitoring, accounting for and reporting on Federal, State and Local grants.
Computer Skills:
Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint; Oracle Financials. Oracle or similar ERP experience in a large decentralized is highly preferred.
Company
Chicago Public Schools is truly a district on the rise. The last five years have been an unprecedented success for CPS, and during that time, our district has emerged as a beacon of what is achievable for large urban school districts across the country. Our mission is to provide a high-quality public education for every child, in every neighborhood, that prepares each for success in college, career, and civic life.
Company info
- Telephone
- 773-553-1000
- Location
-
42 W Madison St
Chicago
IL
60602
US
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