Grants Assistant / Accounting Emphasis

Job Posting Title

Grants Assistant / Accounting Emphasis

Agency

320 DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE CONSERVATION

Supervisory Organization

Wildlife Conservation

Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank)

March 21, 2025

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

$42,542.50 plus state benefit allowance

Job Description

Under the direct supervision of the Federal Aid Coordinator, is responsible for performing various duties related to applying, administering, maintaining and reporting for Wildlife Restoration, Sportfish Restoration, State Wildlife Grants, Endangered Species and other federal grants programs for a large number of supervisory and technical personnel.  Review and process P-card transactions for grant eligibility using Works P-card software.  Review purchase requisitions, and payment vouchers for grant eligibility using Peoplesoft software. Review and process subrecipient invoices and purchase orders. Duties include accounting/bookkeeping and reconciliations.  Prepare grant reimbursement requests and grant financial reports. Maintain files of grant documents and reports. Assist supervisor with other administrative duties as assigned.

POSITION: Grants Assistant

LOCATION: 1801 N. Lincoln Blvd., OKC, OK 73105

JOB DUTIES:

Responsible for grant management duties and assisting with administrative tasks.

Establish and maintain all Department grant files and records, including grant financial records which require financial accounting duties.

Set up grants in federal grant management software program (PeopleSoft and GrantSolutions), maintain as needed.

Daily review and approval of Department expenditures for grant eligibility.

Review/process Division p-cards on a weekly basis.

Review and report on program revenue as needed, monitor relative to grant approval parameters.

Communicate with Division personnel regarding grant-related expenditures.

Review formatting of performance reports.

Review subrecipient invoices and process payments using Peoplesoft software.

Review and approve purchase requisitions, purchase orders and payment vouchers verifying grant eligibility using Peoplesoft software

Prepare annual financial reports for grants using GrantSolutions software.

Prepare schedule of federal financial assistance for annual audit, and support document requests as required.

Provide back-up support to all Divisions as needed.

Prepare email correspondence, memorandums, letters, etc., to Division employees and/or the public.

May lift and carry medium to heavy weight materials.

Must have the ability to:

• Lift and carry materials up to 40 pounds.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships, work independently, and be professional and courteous with the public, employees, and other agencies.
• Communicate clearly and effectively in public speaking situations and be able to express oneself clearly and concisely in writing.
• Use personal computer and various office equipment.
• May be required to periodically travel out of town, with possible overnight stays.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education: High school diploma, or equivalent, with two (2) years formal training or education in business or accounting. Preference is given for accounting skills.

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Experience: One (1) year previous related experience.

Knowledge and Skills: Above average knowledge of spelling, punctuation, arithmetic, business English and standard office record keeping. Skills in operating a calculator, personal computer, Advanced skills with Office 365-word processing and spreadsheets.  Commitment to delivering the highest quality customer service. This role demands exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.