Program Accountant, (9010)

Description

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW: At Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington, your knowledge and service in areas such as immigrants and refugees, mental health, social work, employment and adult education, legal and financial services, health care, food assistance, shelter and housing, developmental disabilities and prison outreach can make a profound difference in the lives of many. Through more than 50 programs across the district and five surrounding counties, Catholic Charities is opening doors to help and hope. At CCADW, we continue to build an inclusive culture that celebrates a diverse workforce. We offer so much more than just a job. We offer careers. We take pride in our “promote from within” culture. We offer professional development, a comprehensive benefits package, and a passion for building and motivating world class, high performing teams. Explore your career opportunity with Catholic Charities. Join us in Inspiring Hope and Building Futures.

JOB SUMMARY: The Program Accountant handles all aspects of grants/contracts billing, including accounts receivables and cash coding. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Gather and copy documentation for grants and contract billings.
• Prepare all aspects of grants and contracts billing.
• Code cash receipts as related to the grants and contract billings and prepare adjusting journals.
• Reconcile, collect, re-bill or adjust accounts receivables.
• File documentation for grants and contracts.
• Prepare journal entries on a routine basis.
• Prepare closeouts/reconciliation of billable cost for contract period end.
• Provide support and assistance to the Program Accounting Managers and the financial management team.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

• Associate of Arts degree in Business or Accounting preferred or;
• Two years’ experience in accounts receivable collections and payables or contract and grant management.

SKILLS and COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to work well independently and with a team. Customer service skills.
• Knowledge of automated system and financial systems; Great Plains a plus. Skill in the use of computers, preferably in a PC, Windows-based operating environment especially Excel.

Benefits Package: 

• Robust Professional development and training opportunities 
• Medical, prescriptions, dental and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Company-paid and supplemental life insurance
• Short Term/ Long Term disability
• Group Life Insurance and AD&D
• Other Volunteer Insurance Benefits
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid vacation, sick and personal leave
• 11 paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus program 
• Parenting leave 
• Pet’s Insurance 

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM