FEDERAL FUNDS ACCOUNTANT- ATLANTA Position Available In Fulton, Georgia

Federal Funds Accountant

• Atlanta
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  Georgia
• Fulton
• Atlanta
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  Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Georgia Department of
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Under the broad supervision of the Federal Grants Manager, the Federal Funds Accountant is tasked with the comprehensive reporting and monitoring of federal grants and developing CCBHC reimbursement rates for approved providers. This multifaceted role encompasses administrative support, meticulous financial management, and robust vendor relationship management within the intricate framework of state and federal directives. This position provides crucial assistance to the daily operations of the Office of Budget and Finance, particularly in monitoring federal grants. This position plays a pivotal role in the preparation and execution of compliance reports and strategic planning documents.

Role and Responsibilities:

Provide cost accounting and revenue cycle management technical assistance to allow for the identification of discrete cost data related to delivery of services
Provide technical assistance to Providers in developing and implementing internal financial controls.
Develop and implement regular validation reports and audits of submitted cost data and developed reimbursement rates
Work with the DBHDD financial team to align State and Federal funds management with the CCBHC Reimbursement model and Federal accountability requirements.
Research federal or state guidelines to determine requirements and timelines.
Maintains files containing pertinent information (e.g., grant applications, budget amendments, audit reports).
Provides technical expertise, information, and problem resolution for grant-related activities.
Support the program, finance, and operations team throughout the grant/project lifecycle.
Ensuring timely and quality reporting, facilitating grant opening and closeout processes, maintaining grants-related information and files, leading and supporting proposal development processes, managing reporting deadlines, and producing high-quality program reports.

Core Competencies:

Ability to work effectively at multiple levels of the organization and with various project teams.
Excellent oral, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and coordination of people and resources.
Capacity to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Strong proficiency in using Excel and other components of Microsoft Office Suite and standard software applications typically used in a corporate office environment. For benefits information, please visit: https://careers.dbhdd.ga.gov/why-dbhdd/ Employment Requirements
To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our employees, individuals and communities we serve, certain positions within DBHDD may require evaluations, vaccinations, professional licensure and certifications. Licenses must be current and enable providers to practice within the State of Georgia. The following are a listing of evaluations and vaccinations that may be required for employees, including those not involved with direct care: Drug Screening
TB Evaluation
Annual Influenza

• Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

DBHDD is an Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of DBHDD to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.

When applying for this position, you will be asked if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position as stated below and may possibly be presented with additional questions to assess preferred qualifications. Preference will be given to applicants who meet one or more of the preferred qualifications and have demonstrated relevant experience clearly indicated in their work history. Bachelor’s degree in accounting and four (4) years of professional accounting job-related experience, which includes one (1) year in a lead worker, team leader, or supervisory role; or two (2) years of experience at the lower level Accountant 4 (FIP023) or equivalent position.

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FIN04YH

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1

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Day Job

Posting End Date:

May 18, 2025