Grant Monitor (Principal Consultant #1788)

Company: The Illinois Association of School Administrators
Location: Springfield
Posted on: April 10, 2021

Job Description:

Reporting to the Director, performs work ranging from moderate to high complexity applying practices and expertise in areas of accounting, auditing, financial management and continuous improvement. As a member of a team, regularly coordinates monitoring programs and reviews of grant recipient corrective action plans for the purpose of determining fiscal and programmatic compliance with applicable federal and state rules and regulations, agency guidelines and the enhancement of the quality of the programs. Assists in collecting and analyzing data. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinates and reviews grant recipients' corrective action plans to ensure an adequate resolution to monitoring review findings, including collection of supporting documentation for inclusion in audit files.
• As a member of a team or independently, performs desk reviews of grantees.
• Assists colleagues including reviewing programmatic documentation to ensure compliance with state and/or federal laws, program regulations and guidelines for all types of state and federal education programs as assigned; compiling and writing detailed documentation for work performed including findings, conclusions and recommendations according to standards and assists staff colleagues in same duties.
• Assists the monitoring team in completing the review, developing and drafting findings, ensuring adequate resolution of quality review questions, and complying with professional standards.
• Reviews audit/monitoring reports for content and quality.
• Assists in data collection to support field work.
• Assists department management in business plan measurement, collecting data for risk analysis.
• Reviews A-133 audits to assist in revenue source determination and maintenance of referral for review file.
• Assists in the planning and coordination of department activities including operational enhancements, data storage and retrieval, analysis of data and makes recommendations to the director.
• Participates in workshops, conferences and task forces to disseminate information related to the monitoring function.
• Suggests and participates in training opportunities to improve individual skills, knowledge and abilities.
• Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Master's Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Auditing, Finance, School Business Management or School Administration or a Bachelor's Degree in one of the above areas plus two years of relevant professional experience. (COPY OF TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED AT TIME OF APPLICATION)
  • Two years of experience (in addition to education requirements) in accounting, auditing, finance, business management, or grant management in compliance or regulatory environments.
  • Demonstrated ability in accounting, auditing, finance, or financial management practices and procedures.
  • Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to define problems and apply problem solving techniques to complex issues.
  • Demonstrated ability working in compliance and regulatory environments.
  • Demonstrated ability and success in conducting multi-task assignments and meeting deadlines.
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
  • Demonstrated ability in adhering to established policies and procedures.
  • Valid Illinois Driver's License and some travel. PREFERRED:
    • Knowledge of school business financial practices and procedures.
    • Knowledge of education grants. Salary/Benefits UNION: IFSOE ANTICIPATED STARTING SALARY RANGE: 52,618-67,204 FULL SALARY RANGE: 52,618-91,998 OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. How to Apply To view full posting and apply electronically, please visit https://www.isbe.net/Lists/ISBECareers/CareerDisplayForm.aspx?ID=511. Interested parties must submit the required application, cover letter, resume, and transcripts (unofficial until recommended for hire). The subject line should include the position number(s) you are applying for. District Name IL State Board of Education Building Name Alzina Address 100 North First Street
      Springfield, IL 62777 Phone (217)782-2223 Fax (217)785-3972 IASA Region Abe Lincoln County Sangamon Employment Type Full-time permanent Job Category Agency/Association Grade Level Other

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