Grants Accounting Analyst

Grants Accounting AnalystSalary$25.39 - $31.44 HourlyLocationBoynton Beach, FLJob TypeFull TimeJob Number2025-1210DepartmentCity Managers OfficeDivisionGrantsOpening Date02/26/2026Closing Date3/20/2026 11:59 PM EasternFLSANon-Exempt Description Benefits Questions Purpose of ClassificationThe purpose of this classification is to assist in the submission of and implementation of grants in the City of Boynton Beach. This position specializes in a range of routine to complex accounting, financial, compliance and administrative functions in support of programs and projects funded by grants and/or special revenue. The Grants Accounting Analyst reports to the Grants Division Director who reviews work, as needed, for conformity with established administrative and departmental policies and procedures and achievement of performance objectives.Essential FunctionsOrganizes and coordinates the centralized accounting and financial reporting for assigned grant portfolio.Works with the Grants Division Director to ensure the City is operating in compliance with laws and regulations as required by federal, state, and local granting agencies.Prepares or assists in the preparation of all applicable fiscal reports for grant funded programs and ensures the timely submission thereof.Coordinates with key personnel to support proper and timely expenditure of grant funds in compliance with applicable guidelines and budget deadlines.Monitors grant revenue to ensure timely reimbursements of City funds.Researches viable grant opportunities and assists the Grants Division Director with grant applications.Maintains specialized grant database and systems for recording and tracking grant proposals, awards, performance, and related statistical information; ensures all grant correspondence, files, reports, and tasks are recorded and regularly updated. Sets up project goals, reports, and other required tasks and deliverables in the grant database.Perform a range of routine duties to include accounting, financial, compliance and administrative functions in support of programs and projects funded by grants. Reconciles grant financial records with general ledger; prepares/reconciles monthly/quarterly reports as-needed. Prepares grant related journal entries.Attends meetings as needed. Provides administrative and technical support to the Grants Division Director and city departments. Assists with special projects as needed.Exercises sound independent judgement and works within established guidelines with little or no direct supervision.ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONSLiaison between the city, community organizations, and residents to identify needs related to community development and affordable housing for low-income residents including subrecipient activities and income certification.Performs general/clerical tasks, which may include answering telephone calls, greeting visitors and making copies.Provides assistance to other employees or departments as needed; provides backup coverage in absence of other departmental staff members.Performs other related duties as required.Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or closely related field; and Two (2) years of general accounting experience and/or training that includes public grant coordination; grant writing; grant accounting, research; Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSMinimum qualifications for education and experience must be met before consideration of the following preferred qualifications.Previous grant administration with a municipality or other government agency.Supplemental InformationCommunication Competencies / K.S.A.'sKnowledge of state, local, federal and foundation grant policy and procedures.Knowledge of research techniques, grant sources, and availability of information.Knowledge of City and departmental policies and proceduresSkill in the operation and utilization of computers and applicable software to include word processing, graphics, database, and spreadsheets (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint).Ability to assist management staff in budget and grant preparation tasks.Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals.Able to prepare accurate and thorough written reports.Understands and accurately follows brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex matters.Possesses effective speaking skills in a variety of situations.Establishes and maintains harmonious relationships with supervisors, peers, customers, owners and tenants, City officials, city departments, other governmental and regulatory agencies, and the public as needed.Physical and Sensory Requirements / Environmental FactorsPhysical Ability: Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods at a keyboard or workstation.Sensory Requirements: Tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, and visual cues or signals. Tasks require the ability to communicate orally.Environmental Factors: Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as humidity, rain, temperature extremes, or traffic hazards.The City of Boynton Beach, Florida, is anEqual Opportunity Employer (EEO) andAffirmative Action Employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including identity or expression), marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or any other protected classification as defined by applicable law (except as limited by Personnel Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, or bona fide occupational qualifications).Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects qualified individuals with disabilities from employment discrimination. Under the ADA, a person has a disability if he/she has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. The physical demands described within the job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the ADA, the City of Boynton Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.VETERANS' PREFERENCE:Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority in the City’s hiring process. Additionally, certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment by the City.Full-time employees (those regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week) are eligible for the City's benefit package.The City of Boynton Beach's comprehensive benefits package includes:• Student Loan Forgiveness• Health Insurance• Dental Insurance• Vision Care Plan• Basic Term Life Insurance• Supplemental Life Insurance• Dependent Life Insurance• Accidental Death andDismemberment Insurance• City Pension Plan• Short Term Disability and other Supplemental Plans• Long Term Disability Insurance• Employee Assistance Program• 457 Savings Plan (three options)• Paid Annual Leave / Vacation• Bonus Vacation Hours• 12 Paid Holidays• Paid Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave• Educational Assistance Program(Depending on budget funding)• On-site Training Program• Wellness Program• Pre-Paid Legal and Identity Theft Protection Plans• Credit Union• Tax Deferred 125 Premium Plan• Flexible Spending Account• Direct Deposit• Social SecurityStudent Loan ForgivenessLet your City of Boynton Beach employment work for you! Under the U.S. Department of Education’s Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, your student loan balance may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time with a governmental agency. Visit StudentAid.gov/publicservice for more information or to see if you qualify.Health InsuranceThe City pays the entire premium for an eligible employee. The employee may elect to cover a spouse and/or dependent children by paying the applicable premium for the dependent(s).Dental InsurancePremiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent are paid by the employee with a contribution by the City.Vision Care PlanPremiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent(s) are paid by the employee.Life Insurance / Accidental Death and Dismemberment InsuranceThe City provides each eligible employee with term life and accidental death insurance.Supplemental Life Insurance / Supplemental AD&D InsuranceEmployees may purchase supplemental term life insurance on an individual-choice basis with premiums based on age. A matching amount of Accidental Death insurance may also be purchased.Dependent Life InsuranceEmployees who select supplemental coverage for themselves may also purchase coverage for their spouse and dependent children.City Retirement / Pension PlansThe City has pension plans for general employees, police, and firefighters. Each plan is contributory with both the employee and the City contributing to the program.Supplemental PlansSupplemental plans provide direct cash payments regardless of any other coverage you may have, and are designed to help fill in any gaps in a medical plan. The employee pays the premiums for these supplemental plans.Short and Long Term DisabilityThe City provides Short and Long Term Disability insurance to eligible employees. The plan is designed to cover a disability sustained on or off the job.Employee Assistance Program (EAP)The City contracts with an employee assistance program (EAP) to provide employees and their dependents with free, confidential and professional counseling to help resolve personal or family problems.Deferred Compensation Plans (457 Plans)The City makes available three deferred compensation plans that the employee may voluntarily contribute to on a tax-deferred basis.VacationAll full-time employees accrue time toward paid vacation leave. Accrual begins immediately and vacation may be taken after six months of employment.HolidaysThe City observes12 paid holidays throughout the year.Sick Leave / Family Sick LeaveFull-time employees accrue one day of sick leave per month. An employee may elect to use up to 5 days per year of accrued sick time for illness in his/her immediate family.Tuition Assistance(Depending on available budget funding)The Tuition Assistance Program reimburses eligible employees for successful completion of approved courses leading to Associate, Bachelor and Master degrees.Wellness ProgramThe City offers many wellness activities and programs throughout the year.Prepaid Legal Services and Identity Theft Protection PlanEmployees may choose to enroll in a prepaid legal service plan and an identity theft protection plan. The employee pays the premiums for these plans.CreditUnionAll City employees may join the Credit Union of Palm Beach County. In addition to savings and checking accounts, the Credit Union offers different types of loans, investment choices and recreational opportunities.Section 125 Plan for Health and Dental PremiumSection 125 of the Internal Revenue code allows you to have your dependent coverage premiums deducted before payroll taxes are withheld resulting in tax savings to you.Flexible Spending AccountsEmployees may participate in flexible spending accounts for reimbursement of medical and/or dependent care expenses.Direct DepositEmployees may have their bi-weekly paycheck deposited to the financial institution of their choice.01What is the highest level of education you have completed? High School Diploma or valid equivalent Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Doctoral Degree None of the above 02Please mark the coursework for your Bachelor, Master, and Doctoral (s) if applicable. If you do not have a degree, please select " No Degree". If you do not have a degree from the coursework listed below, please select "Other Coursework". Business Administration Finance Accounting Public Administration Other Coursework No Degree 03If you selected "Other Coursework" to the question above please type the coursework you have completed. If this question does not apply to you, please type, "N/A"04How many years of experience do you have in general accounting and/or training that includes public grant coordination; grant writing; grant accounting, and/or research? No experience Less than two (2) years of experience At least two (2) years of experience, but less than three (3) years At least three (3) years of experience, but less than four (4) years Four (4) or more years of experience 05Please explain your professional work experience involving general accounting that includes public grant coordination; grant writing; grant accounting, and/or research including your relevant job duties. Please note that "See resume" is not a valid response. Failure to answer this question in detail may result in disqualification of your application. If you do not have this experience please type N/A.06Do you possess [or are you able to obtain within fourteen (14) days of hire] and maintain a valid Florida driver's license? Yes, I possess a Florida driver's license. No, I do not have a valid Florida driver's license but I'm able to obtain one within 14 days of hire. No, I do not possess a valid Florida driver's license and will not be able to obtain one within 14 days of hire. 07Do you have any grant administration experience with a municipality or other government agency? Yes No Required QuestionEmployerCity of Boynton BeachAddress100 E. Ocean AveCity Hall - Human ResourcesBoynton Beach, Florida, 33435Phone5617426275WebsiteApplyPlease verify your email addressVerify Email

Created: 2026-03-04