Grants Accountant

Company Overview:

Cayuga Health is the region's leading healthcare system, and most trusted driver of integrated health services, together with valued partners. We empower our people and employ our capabilities to equitably improve the well-being of the communities we serve. At Cayuga Health System, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies, and research protocols. We have a commitment to its employees by providing competitive rates and compensation, a comprehensive employee benefits programs, attractive working conditions, and the chance to build and explore a career opportunity by offering professional development.

Nestled in the beautiful Finger Lakes region, Cayuga Health provides an outstanding place to work in a vibrant community. Come discover all that Ithaca, New York and Cayuga Health has to offer!

This position is a hybrid schedule, in Ithaca NY.

Job Summary:

The Grants Accountant is responsible for financial management of a portfolio of grants and contracts. These grants will advance population health goals as well as improve the services in which Cayuga Health provides in order to better achieve these goals. This position serves as a liaison between Cayuga Health Partners' Grants Team, project staff, and the finance department. Therefore, this role requires commitment to cross-functional collaboration within the organization. The ideal candidate will have accounting experience and knowledge of grant auditing and reporting practices.

What you'll do:

• Assist with submission of financial information required in grant applications
• Lead the approval of expenses prior to their entry into the financial management system
• Prepare grant and contract vouchers to request reimbursement of eligible expenses according to the approved budget and in compliance with grant criteria
• Ensure that grants are within budget and that expenses are charged to appropriate cost centers
• Assist with monitoring spending against grants to ensure annual targets are met
• Assist with ensuring compliance with granting organization's regulations and requirements, including reporting protocols, reporting templates, approval policies and procedures, and award close-out procedures
• Respond to all grant deadlines and audits
• Assists with other CHS projects as needed based on availability
• Other appropriate responsibilities not noted above

Minimum Qualifications:

Education - Bachelor's degree in an accounting, business, healthcare administration, nonprofit administration, or related field. Master's degree in a related field preferred.

Experience - At least 2 years of experience in accounting, preferably in a medical or community health setting.

Ability to work independently, be part of cross-functional teams, and be self-motivated to set priorities and manage multiple priorities under minimal supervision. Ability to work under pressure and respond to deadlines without sacrificing quality. Demonstrated interest in the mission, vision and values of Cayuga Health System.

This position can be 90% remote, with an estimated 10% of time necessary for in-person meetings.

Licensure - N/A.

Physical Requirements - 90% sitting; 10% standing

Cayuga Health System Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Cayuga Health System commits to treat all people with dignity so that everyone who comes to us is safe, cared for, and respected. We will support the growth of our employees and the health of our community by embracing the rich diversity of social and cultural identities, needs, and life circumstances of all people. We strive to recognize and overcome personal biases and systemic policies that marginalize others and contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care, and good health outcomes.