Project and Grant Accountant

The City of Friendswood is currently accepting applications for a full-time Project and Grant Accountant in the Finance Department. This position will perform advanced, professional-level accounting work requiring the regular exercise of independent judgment and discretion in applying governmental accounting principles, reporting on capital improvement projects, conducting project analyses, reporting on capital assets, reconciling to the general ledger, and monitoring internal service funds.

Work Performed:

Capital Projects & Assets

• Review and verify construction pay applications for accuracy, compliance, and alignment with approved budgets.
• Track, reconcile, and report capital project costs, including capitalization upon project completion.
• Maintain capital asset records, including acquisitions, transfers, depreciation, disposals, and physical inventories.
• Coordinate asset tracking, inventory processes, and interdepartmental equipment transfers.
• Prepare monthly capital project reconciliations and financial reports.
• Assist in developing and maintaining capital asset policies, procedures, and documentation.
• Prepare capital project and asset schedules for audits and reconcile to the general ledger.

Grant Accounting & Compliance

• Oversee the setup, management, monitoring, and closeout of grants in compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.
• Prepare and submit grant reimbursements/drawdowns and maintain required supporting documentation.
• Monitor grant budgets and expenditures to ensure compliance with allowable cost guidelines.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for grant-funded programs.
• Establish and maintain internal controls to ensure compliance and accountability for grant funds.
• Track and document grant-funded activities, reconcile grant receivables, and maintain organized grant records.
• Prepare the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA) and assist with Single Audit requirements.

Additional Accounting & Support

• Assist with annual budget preparation, including maintenance of the vehicle replacement plan.
• Support vendor setup and maintenance, including year-end 1099 reporting.
• Assist with general ledger reconciliations and other accounting duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of three (3) years of related accounting experience.
• Knowledge of GAAP with emphasis on governmental accounting - Preferred.
• Working knowledge of Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200), federal and state grant requirements, and Single Audit standards, including SEFA preparation - Preferred.

Requirements:

• Valid Texas Driver's License
• Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO) – preferred but not required

Schedules Working Hours:

• Full-time workweek is 40 hours. Hours of work to be assigned by the Supervisor or the Department Director.

This position may require 24-hour availability during emergency conditions

To apply please log on to www.friendswood.com. This position will remain open until filled. The City of Friendswood is EOE/ADA and participates in E-Verify.

For questions please call at 281-996-3200

Salary : $66,560 - $79,040