2026-2027 Federal Program & Grants Accountant @ Federal Programs/Grants

2026-2027 Federal Program & Grants Accountant @ Federal Programs/Grants

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Primary Purpose:

To maintain the financial records of the District in strict compliance with TEA's Financial Accountability System Resource Guide and generally accepted accounting procedures.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance
• Certification as an accountant or auditor preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial data, evaluate accounting problems, develop data, and recommend improved procedures
• Ability to use software to develop complex accounting reports, spreadsheets, and databases
• Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in public fund accounting preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Accounting

• Prepare, monitor and amend, as necessary, federal, state and local special revenue budgets.
• Review implementation of special revenue programs for compliance.
• Review and approve special revenue purchases insuring allowability under appropriate funding source, availability of funds and appropriateness of accounting codes.
• Monitor yearly closeout procedures and prepare year-end audit entries.
• Liaison with state and federal accounting offices to ensure compliance with fiscal requirements.
• Liaison with campus and other district personnel as necessary to maintain integrity of special revenue funds.

Records and Reports

• Prepare financial analyses reports.
• Maintain general ledgers, including recording special revenue, preparing necessary journal entries, and ensuring that all financial activity is properly reflected.
• Prepare all monthly/quarterly and final financial reports as required.
• Work with external auditors to prepare required year end schedule and coordinate audit activities.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records and other documents required including auditable records and financial statements.

Other

• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Maintain an appropriate level of technology competence to meet the current and future needs of Alief.
• Implement alternative methods of instruction as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of Professional Non-Supervisor Personnel.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals

Posture: Standing, prolonged sitting, occasional kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching; may also require climbing stairs and reaching over head

Lifting: Moderate lifting and carrying (up to 15 pounds); May require occasional heavy lifting and carrying (15-45 pounds)

Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent districtwide travel; all campuses are temperature controlled with hard surface floors

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

The full job description for this position is included within this job posting. By applying for this position, you are accepting the responsibilities and duties of this position as they are listed in the job description.

Hiring administrators review applications, interview, and recommend for hire.

Calendar Days: 235

Pay Grade: P04

2026-2027 Salary Range Min. $85,555 Mid. $100,427 Max. $115,298 (Based on previous experience)

Salaries are determined by the number of completed and eligible years of service at an accredited school.

Salary is based on 235 days. If working less than 235 days, the salary will be less.

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