Accountant II, Grants Accounting

Job Description

This position will be relied upon to complete daily, monthly, and year-end accounting tasks for the entire school system. The accountant will review, reconcile, and analyze reports, prepare annual consolidated financial statements, monitor compliance with established policies and procedures, develop training materials, conduct training, and provide telephone support for all schools and offices affected by the accounting operation. The accountant may participate in the design and development of automated systems for accounting related functions.

Responsibilities

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Maintains budget and accounting records for Federal and State grants and provides financial reports to grant managers and supervisors.
• Prepares financial reports for management, state, and federal oversight agencies.
• Prepares financial statements, schedules, and footnote disclosures required for external auditors and for inclusion in the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).
• Performs daily banking and investment activities.
• Assists the fiscal supervisor with all aspects of accounting, including but not limited to – general fund operating budget, capital projects, enterprise funds, grants, school activity funds, payroll, fixed assets, financial reporting, accruals.
• Assists with maintenance of the chart of accounts.
• Verifies and reconciles information housed in payroll and financial systems.
• Coordinates billing and collection of funds due from outside agencies.
• Prepares, reviews, and approves disbursements, journal entry requests, and cash remittances.
• Prepares payroll labor cost corrections for grants and operating accounts
• Prepares revenue and expenditure projections.
• Reviews transactions for compliance with procedures and State financial reporting requirements.
• Consults with and assists principals, school-based secretaries, fiscal assistants, office/department heads, and other account managers, with questions about accounting procedures and the financial accounting systems.
• Develops training materials related to financial accounting issues for principals, school-based secretaries, fiscal assistants, office/department heads, and other account managers.
• Participates in the training of principals, school-based secretaries, fiscal assistants, office/department heads, and other account managers, related to financial accounting issues.
• Assists fiscal supervisor with compliance reviews of federal grant activity.
• Assists fiscal supervisor with investigating audit findings and preparing responses to audits.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.Three years of professional experience in accounting, grants management, budgeting, fiscal administration, financial reporting, or closely related financial operations.
  
  

Note: Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience that provide the knowledge and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.

Licenses And Certificates

• Certified Public Accountant, GFOA Certified Public Finance Officer, ASBO Certified Administrator of School Finance and Operations or other comparable certification is preferred.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of GAAP and standard accounting business practices.Thorough knowledge, skills, and abilities in organizing, prioritizing, analyzing, presenting, and maintaining data, both electronic and paper.Knowledge, skills, and abilities in use of Excel spreadsheets, Microsoft Word, databases, and Outlook.
• Skill and ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.Skill and ability to maintain accurate records and produce necessary reports.
• Ability to train fiscal, school-based and office personnel in the use of accounting software and established policies and procedures.Ability to work independently and perform assigned accounting responsibilities with a minimum need for direct supervision and review.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.Ability to appropriately maintain confidential information.
  
  

Physical And Environmental Conditions

• The work of this class is generally sedentary and performed in an office environment. Requires the use of computers and other office equipment.
  
  

Conditions Of Employment

• May be required to work additional hours with little or no notice.
  
  

Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required

BENEFITS: BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans. Other benefits include paid vacation, paid holiday’s, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits meeting upon hire.

Visit the BCPS website for additional information about benefit plans for BCPS employees at https://www.bcps.org/hr/compliance/benefits_and_retirement

This class specification defines the types of duties and level of difficulty of work required of positions in this title. It shall not be held to exclude duties not mentioned nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.

RETIREMENT:Eligible for the Baltimore County Employees’ Retirement System.

Grade

Grade 05 - 12 Month OPE Pay Scale

SALARY: $77,477 to $124,622 (Annual Salary Scale for Exempt 12-Month Employees Represented by BCPSOPE 2025-2026 Effective January 1, 2026) Visit the BCPS Office of Payroll website for additional information on pay scales, other compensation and leave accruals at www.bcps.org/operations/fiscalservices/payroll .

OTHER COMPENSATION: This position may be eligible for comp time. Visit the BCPS website to review the OPE Master Agreement for additional information at https://www.bcps.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=2828&pageId=69996497 .

FLSA: Exempt

Application Instructions

Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.

• Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). Information on your resume and application must match. This information is necessary for salary determination should you receive an offer of employment.
• Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted.
• Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment. Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application may result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be the only document considered in determining your qualifications for a position.
• You MUST attach your unofficial transcript(s) or license(s) to your application if you are applying for a position as a teacher or position which requires Licensure/Certification.
  
  

Pre-Employment Requirements

• All people employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109.
• Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
• If you have military experience, you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
• Official transcripts will be required upon hire and must be sent via escript/clearinghouse from your university.
• Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
• All newly hired personnel must attend a Benefits and Retirement Orientation meeting.
• Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.
  
  

Contact Information

Office of Staffing & Licensure

Phone: 443-809-7872

Email: sstahl@bcps.org

This document describes the duties and responsibilities of a position or group of positions.It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.

About Us

Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) is the 22nd largest school district in the nation and the 3rd largest in Maryland with over 21,000 employees supporting over 111,000 students.  BCPS has 26 Maryland Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence and 23 National Blue Ribbon schools, 32 magnet schools and 116 magnet programs.

Baltimore County Public Schools is seeking highly effective employees that will inspire, support, and prepare our students for a successful future.  BCPS works to embrace all stakeholders, engage them in authentic collaboration and empower them to be a part of positive change, so our students, staff, and system will excel.  We hope you will join our dynamic community!  Apply to work at BCPS!