Grant and Title IV Accountant

Job Description

Accountant I | University of Saint Mary

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at the University of Saint Mary, located in Leavenworth, Kansas. The university is a Roman Catholic, liberal arts institution serving approximately 1,400 students across its main campus, a satellite location, and online programs. This position ensures the university’s financial integrity and compliance by managing federal grants and Title IV student aid funds, which are critical for student support and institutional operations. The Accountant I plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and reporting, supporting the university’s mission to provide meaningful education.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Full Time
• Location: In-person Leavenworth, KS
• Mission: This role ensures the proper financial management and regulatory compliance of federal grants and Title IV student aid funds.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office, Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Account Reconciliation: Perform account reconciliations and assist with creating, reviewing, and posting journal entries to maintain accurate financial records.
• Grant Management: Administer federal grants by reviewing expense activity for compliance, requesting funds, and preparing financial reports for funding agencies.
• Title IV Fund Administration: Manage Title IV student aid funds, including requesting funds from the Department of Education, processing bank transfers, completing journal entries, and reconciling accounts.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare and deliver timely financial reports to program managers detailing the usage of grant and Title IV funds.
• Regulatory Compliance: Stay current with all federal regulations and guidelines pertaining to grant and Title IV funding to ensure continuous adherence.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree preferred; foundational knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting.
• Experience: Preferred experience in grant accounting or fund accounting, and within a higher education environment.
• Skills: High level of organization and attention to detail; strong interpersonal and communication abilities; proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly advanced Excel; effective analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Bonus: An affinity with the mission of the University of Saint Mary.