Accounting Grant Compliance Specialist

Chandler USD 80

DISTRICT OFFICE - Chandler, Arizona Job Details

Job ID:

5915227

Application Deadline:

Sep 13, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Posted:

Sep 03, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Immediately

Job Description

Niche.com names Chandler Unified School District as Best School District in

AZ 2026 AZ

Big Media's Ranking Arizona names Chandler Unified School District #1 School District in 2026

Employment Type:

Full-time Base Salary:

$56,742.00

Calendar:

2611

E-FT:

12 Month, 237 total workdays, 24 paid holidays, 261 total paid days. July 1-June 30, 2027

Benefits:

$50,000 district provided life insurance, PTO, vacation, holidays, matched retirement through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurance, wellness, professional growth credit

Performance Pay:

Available annually

New Hire Experience:

$400 for each full-time year of verified like experience in the last 10 years

New Hire Education:

For education beyond minimum requirements for position: College degree in a like field will be awarded $400 not to exceed $3,200 for experience and degree.

CHANDLER UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

CLASSIFICATION:

SUPPORT STAFF

JOB TITLE:

ACCOUNTING GRANT COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST

CALENDAR:

2611E (12 MONTH)

SALARY:

GRADE 120

(SUPPORT

PROFESSIONAL

)

Job Goal:

Performing accounting/clerical services in compliance with federal, state, county, and district accounting.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent coursework and experience

Certified Public Accountant desired

Three or more years of relevant experience

Good human relations and communication skills

Broad knowledge of relevant district, state, and federal policies and laws

Skill in reading, interpreting, understanding, and applying relevant federal, state, and CUSD rules, regulations, policies, and procedures

Excellent computer skills and ability to work with standard software products

Satisfactory criminal background check

Posession of, or ability to obtain, an IVP Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card

Core Job Functions:

Assist in implementing internal controls to ensure

Collaborate with District personnel to develop strategic objectives and/or improve the quality of operational processes and procedures to ensure compliance and efficiency.

Monitor grant expenditures to ensure funds are used in accordance with approved grant applications and regulations.

Track grant timelines, deliverables, and milestones to ensure timely completion of all grant-related activities.

Perform frequent drawdowns of grant funds to ensure proper cash flow and financial management, as well as submission of completion reports.

Maintain accurate records and documentation for all grants, including budgets, reports, and correspondence.

Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations related to grant funding.

Serve as the primary point of contact for grant-related inquiries and communications.

Create reports and assist with preparation for audits, both internal and external.

Research discrepancies of financial information and/or documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Maintain and update the grants capital plan.

Review existing policies and procedures and make recommendations for improvements.

Assist in maintaining and updating District accounting software.

Research the exploration and implementation of new accounting system tools.

Assist in performing accounting functions as needed and/or assigned to ensure that department functions are completed in an accurate and timely manner.

Produce a variety of materials to provide written documentation, convey information, and/or comply with guidelines.

Participate in meetings and workshops to convey and/or gather information required to perform District functions.

Perform other duties as assigned

Perform all duties safely and prudently as directed

Core Values:

Excellence in all we do. No matter how large or small, we value excellence in all parts of this organization. Excellence is a value, a quality, and our most important product.

Equity and fairness in all things. Education is the great leveler, and we intend for all our students, staff, and patrons to have the opportunity, tools, and ability to succeed and excel.

Collaboration is an effective decision-making model as well as an effective morale-enhancing model.

Integrity is simply non-negotiable. Honesty, integrity, and reliability are the foundations of our organization.

Efficiency is the essence of being a good steward of public trust. Our community supports us because we continually demonstrate our ability to produce the very best by carefully using the resources available.

Professional Qualities:

Promote positive interactions with colleagues

Promote positive interactions with students, parents, and community members

Be responsible, reliable, and punctual

Be flexible and adaptable to change

Positively accept direction

Direct constructive criticism toward improving the district

Exercise positive problem-solving behavior and conflict resolution skills

Adhere to the dress code appropriate to the site and job

Share sensitive student and staff information on a need-to-know basis

Be a positive role model for students

Adhere to district and school rules and procedures

Work with a large cross-section of people in a professional and non-judgmental manner

Physical Requirements:

Positions in this classification often require physical activities such as stooping, kneeling, crouching, standing, walking, and sitting.

The job involves finger or manual dexterity, repetitive finger motion, speaking, hearing, seeing (with correction), and focusing ability.

Employees may be exposed to travel, odors, dust, poor ventilation, workspace restrictions, and loud noises.

The work may require lifting or exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally and up to 10 pounds of force frequently.

Reasonable accommodation may be available for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

The physical demands described are representative of those an employee must meet to perform the essential job functions successfully.

Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Note:

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Updated 11/17/25

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$56,742 Per Year

Job Categories:

Organization-level Positions > Analyst

Organization-level Positions > Grants Monitor

Organization-level Positions > Specialist

Other Professional > Other Classified Professional

Support Staff > Accounting/Bookkeeping

Support Staff > Clerical

Job Requirements

At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.

Bachelor degree preferred.

Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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