Grant Compliance Consultant - Experienced Staff

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Introduction to the team Moss Adams' Grant Compliance Consulting Practice provides comprehensive grant compliance support, subrecipient monitoring, and consulting to clients throughout the Western United States.
Additionally, we help clients to implement solutions through policy and procedure development, process improvement, and training.
We are committed to providing superior client service through strong relationships and high-value deliverables.
We are currently seeking a Grant Compliance Staff Consultant to be part of the Moss Adams team.
The focus of this role will be providing grant management and compliance support, including conducting pre-award activities, monitoring subrecipient performance and reporting, performing compliance reviews, assessing financial report submissions, performing desk reviews/audits, and providing information to support the development of findings and recommendations, primarily to governments, not-for-profit entities, institutions of higher education, and tribes.
You may also assist other Moss Adams staff with internal controls reviews, internal audits, policy and procedure development, and operational assessments.
We are a cohesive group that works closely together on projects.
This is an opportunity to be part of a successful and growing team.
Individuals who thrive at Moss Adams exhibit the following success skills – Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Emotional Intelligence, Executive Presence, Growth Mindset, Intellectual Curiosity, and Results Focus.
Responsibilities: Support project start-up and planning activities, such as performing and documenting research of compliance requirements (federal, state, grant-specific, etc.
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Assist in the development of consistent grant management templates such as subaward agreements, sub-recipient budgets, and financial reporting/invoices.
Perform subrecipient setup and support procedures including conducting preliminary risk assessments, providing technical assistance/guidance, and developing training materials.
Conduct sub-recipient/sub-contractor monitoring efforts including financial report/invoice reviews, compliance assessments/testing, and desk reviews/audits.
Conduct detailed transaction testing for compliance with established criteria and requirements.
Support consulting activities that include conducting interviews, reviewing documents, performing a variety of analysis, and assisting in preparing client deliverables such as findings, recommendations, and draft and final reports Work collaboratively with clients to understand current business practices, identify opportunities for improvement, define new processes, and develop new/updated policies and procedures Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field preferred; Master’s in Accounting, MBA or MPA preferred Minimum of 1 year of related experience required, preferably working with government (city, county, special purpose or state) or not-for profits CPA, CIA or CFE designation preferred Experience with grant management activities Familiarity with Generally Accepted Governmental Auditing Standards (GAGAS), the Yellow Book, and standards from the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) preferred Familiarity with financial and operational aspects of not-for-profits and local governments desired Ability to write reports, prepare findings, and present recommendations Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to understand problems, think critically, and identify creative solutions Strong organizational skills; able to effectively prioritize assignments and competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment Ability to take direction, works independently to prioritize work, establish goals, and produce quality work Effective time management and organizational skills, proven ability to prioritize while simultaneously managing numerous projects/processes often under tight deadlines Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint) Ability to travel as needed, approximately 10-30% Moss Adams is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.
Moss Adams complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.
If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact careers@mossadams.
com.
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While this is the typical range of pay for the position, actual pay may vary based on internal equity, knowledge, experience, skillset, and geographic location among other factors.
It’s uncommon for an individual to be hired at the top end of the pay range.
This position may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
For more information about our benefit offerings and other total rewards, visit our careers page.
#LI-MD1 Compensation Range: Compensation range for Washington: $68,000 -$88,000 Compensation range for California: $73,000 -$102,000 Compensation range for Colorado: $68,000 -$85,000 Compensation range for Remote: $68,000 -$85,000