Colorado Nonprofit Association

Grants and Contracts Accountant

Overview

Trailhead Institute is a public health institute whose mission is to advance innovation and collaboration in public and environmental health. The Grants and Contracts Accountant will work with the Trailhead team to further the organization’s mission, to build a regenerative organization that actively works to reverse historical inequities within public health and within our organization, and to operate in accordance with our organizational drivers of collaboration, capacity and justice. The position ensures that inclusivity, diversity, and equity are incorporated throughout all components of this work. 

Our Mission:

Trailhead Institute advances innovation and collaboration in public and environmental health

Our Vison:

Everyone has the opportunity to be healthy and live in a healthy environment.

Our Drivers:

Collaboration, Justice, Capacity

Our Values:

Collaboration, Curiosity, Inclusion, Innovation, Reflection

Trailhead’s Theory of Change, outlines our unique role in Colorado’s public health system and identifies strategies, activities, and impact that advance our vision. To learn more, check out Trailhead’s one pager.

Position Summary

The Grants and Contracts Accountant will be responsible for managing all of the financial transactions, reporting and fiscal compliance for their portfolio of grants and contracts. The Grants and Contracts Accountant will report to the Director of Finance and will work in collaboration with internal and external teams and partners.

This position will work a hybrid-remote/in-person schedule with a focus on Colorado communities and time at our downtown Denver office.

Responsibilities

Finance Team

Reviews contracts for financial restrictions and reporting requirements to ensure fiscal compliance 

Reviews Accounts Payable invoices for approval and provides coding to Finance Coordinator for processing

Creates, records, and submits Accounts Receivable Invoices 

Supports program/project budgeting

Provides spenddown analysis for grant closeouts

Generates Monthly/Quarterly/Ad-hoc financial reports for programs/projects

Updates grant application documents

Manages Grant/Contract Code creation

Keep up to date on Federal Funds requirements (2 CFR 200)

Assists Director of Finance with Audit requests

Develops, Reviews, and Updates Fiscal Policies and Procedures in collaboration with the Finance Team

Reference and integrate Trailhead’s strategic plan in all project/program development and decision making

Administrative Partnership Program Team

Collaborates with Administrative Partnership Program team to find innovative solutions to support partners accounting and financial needs 

Orient New Administrative Partners to Trailhead’s Financial Policies and Procedures

Hosts kick-off meetings with Administrative Partners to discuss newly awarded funding

Supports maintenance of Administrative Partner Web Portal

Exercises independent judgment and discretion as a Finance Liaison for designated Partners 

Desired Experience

The successful candidate will be a self-starter who understands the value of collaboration and the ability to communicate across the organization and with community partners.

Associate degree in business/accounting or equivalent experience

Equivalent experience of 2 years working in an accounting department 

Skills

Associate degree in business/accounting or equivalent experience

Equivalent experience of 2 years working in an accounting department

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Ability to adapt communication style to the variety of internal and external stakeholders

Ability to explain Financial Reports in common language

Ability to problem solve, take initiative, be forward thinking in Trailhead’s financial operations

Strong Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Experience with a web-based General Ledger System (NetSuite a plus), Zoom, and the aptitude to learn new computer applications as needed

Keen analytic, organization and problem solving/decision-making skills

Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills, able to resolve issues directly as they arise through the practice of ethical communication 

Key Characteristics

A successful track record in setting and managing multiple priorities

Open to new ideas and willing to step outside of one’s comfort zone, fail, learn from mistakes, and maintain a continuous improvement mentality

A team player

Responds well and flexibly to change and stressful situations

Commitment to the mission, vision, values, drivers and strategic direction of Trailhead Institute

Desire to promote this work in a professional and ethical manner

Don’t check off every box in the requirements and skills listed above? Please apply anyway! Studies have shown that marginalized communities – such as women, LGBTQ+ and people of color – are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification.

Salary & Benefits

Hiring salary range for this position is $68,000-$73,000. Trailhead Institute offers a generous benefits package including paid vacation and sick time, health, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability, a free RTD EcoPass, and a 401k with a 100% employer match up to 10% of compensation. 

This is a full-time, exempt position with office facilities in Denver, Colorado. This is a hybrid position. The applicant selected for this position must reside in Colorado. All business is conducted in Mountain Time.

License and Proof of Insurance Requirement

If you will be using a personal vehicle to drive yourself for Trailhead Institute business, you must provide a valid driver license and proof of insurance. While access to reliable transportation is a must, having a driver license and/or personal vehicle is not a requirement for employment with Trailhead Institute.

Interview Us

Before you apply for this position, consider attending our Q&A Webinar to ask questions about this position and ensure that Trailhead is the right fit for you.

We will be holding one live webinar on February 5, 2025, 11:30am-12:30pm/mountain. The live webinar is entirely optional, and will not have any impact on applications, interviews, or candidate selections. This is intended to provide an opportunity for potential candidates to gain a brief understanding of the organization, the position, and to ask questions of the Hiring Lead about the position. Participant names will not be shared at any point during the webinars. The Zoom Webinar will be held on the following date:

If you are unable to attend the scheduled webinar, check out our Grants and Contracts Accountant Q&A document here. This document will be updated after the live webinar and will include a link to the webinar.

Priority will be given to applications received by February 10, 2025.

This position includes fiscal management; therefore, we will be conducting a background check as a condition of employment. Please note that results from this background check will not immediately disqualify your application without a conversation.

To Apply

Please apply online. You will be asked to upload your resume and job references. You will be given the opportunity to complete 5 questions in lieu of a cover letter. 

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but full consideration will be given to applications completed and received before February 10, 2025. Only electronic submissions are accepted.

Applications will be reviewed and interviews offered to qualified applicants on a rolling basis until the position is filled. After initial interviews are conducted, finalists may be asked to participate in a second panel interview.

Trailhead Institute is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals based on job-related qualifications and ability to perform a job, without regard to age, sex, race, color, veteran status, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or national origin. Trailhead Institute welcomes applications from all communities, educational backgrounds and life experiences, particularly from people of color, people within the LGBTQI+ community, immigrants or refugees, people with disabilities, and people from low- or moderate-income backgrounds.

This position includes work with youth and/or vulnerable populations and fiscal management; therefore, we will be conducting a background check as a condition of employment. Please note that results from this background check will not immediately disqualify your application without a conversation.

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

https://trailheadinstitute.isolvedhire.com/jobs/1412336-240297.html