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Account & Grant Administrator

STARTING MONTHLY SALARY: $5,940

Listing Expiration Date: 

May 21, 2025

Applicants must upload a resume and cover letter outlining their qualifications for this position with their application.

Job Description Summary

  • Enter new accounts in the software system to process purchase orders and payables. Oversee the proper maintenance of account records and reports.
  • Generate monthly account statements and track Office of General Counsel (OGC) expenditures; perform other accounting tasks at the request of the OGC. 
  • Analyze submitted data concerning the Department’s fee structure and tender annual update for the status of said fees.
  • Make department business travel arrangements and audit receipts and requests for reimbursement.
  • Organize, allocate, supervise, and review the work of subordinates in the accomplishment of routine and complex activities; develop efficiency measures.
  • Maintain superior level of knowledge of the application of bookkeeping principles, maintenance of fiscal and accounting records, and the preparation of financial reports.
  • Ensure the accurate completion of payroll related tax forms (1099’s, W-2, etc.)
  • Other related duties...see full job description for more detail.

Requirements & Qualifications:

  • Must reside within 30 statute miles of Kansas City, Missouri city limits during employment
  • To successfully perform the essential functions of this position, it is preferred the incumbent graduated from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in accounting, business administration, or a related subject area
  • Two years of professional experience in governmental or business accounting is preferred
  • Incumbent must have a working knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, procedures and processes governing the receipt and expenditure of public funds
  • Strong decision-making, problem solving, oral communication, writing, and organizational skills are necessary
  • Incumbent must be familiar with automated accounting systems, personal computers, and spreadsheets. 

Physical, Cognitive, and Psychological Requirements:

  • Must meet department-established physical, cognitive, and psychological health standards

  • Position my require light lifting, use of telephone and sedentary/stationary work at a computer. 

  • Other physical requirements associated with filing; occasionally bending, stooping, and kneeling.