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Howard County Public School System

<div><p><b>ABOUT US
</b></p><p>The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is one of the leading school systems in Maryland and the nation. To learn more about us and our 2024 -2029 Strategic Plan , please visit our website and our careers page . Join our award-winning workforce and make a difference in the lives of our students!
</p><p></p><p><b>ABOUT THE APPLICATION PROCESS
</b></p><p>Before you begin, please read the job posting below carefully including the Application Requirements specific to this position. Be sure your application reflects experience and education required to meet the minimum and any preferred qualifications listed. Our application guide includes detailed instructions to assist you. <b>Once your application has been submitted, you will not be able to add documentation or make any changes.
</b></p><p></p><p>Please note that application submission will be available only through 11:59 PM <b>on the date </b><b>p </b><b>rior to </b>the indicated end date. If no end date is indicated, the posting will remain open indefinitely .
</p><p></p><p>Job Posting End Date:
</p><p></p>04-24-2026
<p></p><p><b>Reminder: Current permanent </b><b>and temporary </b><b>employees must apply through the </b><i>Jobs Hub </i><b>in Workday, not the external career site.
</b></p><p></p><div><p>DESCRIPTION<br>
</p></div><p></p><div><p>The Accounting Analyst II - Grants Fund, plays a critical role in supporting the financial stewardship of grant-funded programs by managing budgets, monitoring expenditures, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and preparing accurate financial reports. This position collaborates closely with program managers and district leaders to provide fiscal guidance throughout the grant lifecycle, from proposal development through closeout. By analyzing financial data and identifying potential risks, the Accounting Analyst II- Grants Fund, helps ensure transparency, accountability, and effective use of public funds.<br>
</p></div><p></p><div><p>In alignment with the mission and vision of Howard County Public School System (HCPSS), this role supports equitable access to resources that enhance student achievement and educational opportunities. Through strong internal controls and strategic financial oversight, the Accounting Analyst II- Grants Fund contributes to sustaining innovative programs that advance student success. This position reinforces HCPSS&rsquo;s commitment to excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement in serving all students.<br>
</p></div><p></p><div><p>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS<br>
</p></div><p></p><div><div><p><b>A combination of education and experience may be considered.<br>
</b></p></div><p></p><div><p><b>Education:
</b></p></div><div><ul><li><p>Possession of a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Accounting , Finance, Business Administration, or Public Administration from an accredited college or university .<br>
</p></li></ul></div><p></p><div><p><b>Experience:
</b></p></div><div><ul><li><p>Four years of budget analysis, forecasting, accounting, auditing, or finance work experience.<br>
</p></li></ul></div></div><p></p><div><div><p>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS<br>
</p></div><p></p><div><p>The ideal candidate for this role will also possess a combination of the additional qualifications below. If you don&rsquo;t meet every one of the preferred qualifications, we still encourage you to apply, as we welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences.<br>
</p></div><p></p><div><p><b>Education:
</b></p></div><div><ul><li><p>Possession of a Master&rsquo;s degree in Accounting , Finance, Business Administration, or Public Administration from an accredited college or university .<br>
</p></li></ul></div><p></p><div><p><b>Certification/Licensure:
</b></p></div><div><ul><li><p>Certified Public Accountant (CPA)<br>
</p></li></ul></div><p></p><div><p><b>Experience:
</b></p></div><div><ul><li><p>Progressively responsible experience in grant accounting, governmental accounting, public finance, or school district finance.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Direct experience managing federal and/or state education grants (e.g., Title I, IDEA, ESSER) strongly preferred.<br>
</p></li></ul></div><p></p><div><p>ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES<br>
</p></div><p></p><div><p>The below list is a summary of the functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties.<br>
</p></div><p></p><div><ul><li><p>Manage the fiscal administration of assigned federal, state, and local education grants from award through closeout, ensuring compliance with HCPSS policies and grantor requirements.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Monitor spending trends, staffing allocations, and budget balances to ensure grants remain fiscally sound and sustainable throughout the award period .
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Analyze expenditures to ensure alignment with approved grant applications, allowable cost principles (e.g., Uniform Guidance), and district financial procedures.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Collaborate with principals, program managers, and central office departments to provide ongoing fiscal guidance that supports instructional programs and equitable resource allocation .
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Reconcile grant accounts monthly, quarterly, and annually, to maintain accurate financial records and promptly resolve discrepancies.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Prepare and submit reimbursement requests, financial status reports, budget amendments, and year-end closeout documentation within established timelines.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Ensure compliance with federal and state education regulations, including documentation requirements for time and effort reporting, procurement standards, and supplement-not-supplant provisions and support internal and external audits and monitoring visits.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Review grant budgets in collaboration with program leaders during the application and amendment cycles, interpret grant regulations and provide guidance to non-fiscal staff, recommend budget revisions or corrective actions based on financial analysist, and maintain organized documentation systems to support transparency and accountability.<br>
</p></li></ul></div></div><p></p><div><div><p>ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES<br>
</p></div><p></p><div><p>The below list is a summary of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for success in this position, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list.<br>
</p></div><p></p><div><ul><li><p>Federal &amp; State Regulations: Deep familiarity with 2 CFR 200 (Uniform Guidance), Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR), and specific Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) grant requirements.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Grant Life Cycle: Comprehensive understanding of the phases of grant management, from pre-award application and budget development to post-award monitoring and final closeout.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Compliance Frameworks: Strong knowledge of Supplement-not-Supplant provisions, Maintenance of Effort (MOE), and Time and Effort reporting standards.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Public Sector Accounting: Understanding of fund accounting principles, specifically as they apply to K-12 public education and local government (HCPSS) financial policies.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Procurement Standards: Knowledge of federal and local bidding and purchasing requirements to ensure all grant-funded expenditures are &quot;allowable, allocable, and necessary.&quot;
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Financial Analysis &amp; Forecasting: Ability to monitor spending trends, project future staffing costs, and identify potential deficits or surpluses before they become issues.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Technical Reporting: Proficiency in preparing complex financial status reports (FSRs), reimbursement requests, and budget amendments with high mathematical accuracy.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Software Proficiency: Advanced skill in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data modeling) and large-scale Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or financial management systems (e.g., Workday, Oracle, or SAP).
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Reconciliation: Expert-level ability to cross-reference grant accounts against general ledgers to identify and resolve discrepancies promptly.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Collaborative Consultation: The skill to translate complex fiscal regulations into actionable advice for &quot;non-fiscal&quot; staff, such as principals or instructional leads.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Attention to Detail: The ability to maintain meticulous documentation systems that can withstand the scrutiny of internal and external audits.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Strategic Thinking: Ability to evaluate how budget revisions and resource allocations impact long-term program sustainability and equitable student outcomes.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Prioritization &amp; Time Management: The capacity to manage multiple grant portfolios simultaneously while meeting strict federal and state statutory deadlines.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Ethical Judgment: Maintaining a high degree of integrity and transparency when handling public funds and ensuring strict adherence to accountability standards.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Effective Communication: Ability to facilitate meetings with diverse stakeholders to align fiscal management with instructional goals<br>
</p></li></ul></div></div><p></p><div><div><p><b>Working Hours
</b></p></div><div><ul><li><p>The duty day for this position is 8 hours including a one hour duty-free lunch.<br>
</p></li></ul></div><p></p><div><p>APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS<br>
</p></div><p></p><div><p>Complete applications must be submitted , and o nce your application has been submitted , you will not be able to add documentation or make any chan ges. I ncomplete applications will not be consider ed . Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
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<b>Supplemental </b><b>Application Questions
</b></p></div><div><p>T his position requires applicants to provide r esponses to the below supplemental application questions to determine whether you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications . Please upload your responses in a separate file to the supplemental application questions section of the application.<br>
</p></div><p></p><div><p>Please describe your experience performing budget analysis, forecasting, accounting, auditing, or finance in a professional environment.
</p></div><div><p>P lease describe your experience in grant accounting, governmental accounting, public finance, or school district finance . Highlight progressive responsibilities and cite the emp loyers where this experience was acquired .
</p></div><div><p>Please describe your experience managing federal and/or state education grants (e.g., Title I, IDEA, ESSER) .<br>
</p></div><p></p><div><p>SELECTION CRITERIA<br>
</p></div></div><p></p><div><p>Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be included in further evaluation. Interviews will be limited to those applicants who, in addition to meeting the basic requirements, have experience and education which most closely match the position qualifications and the needs of the school system.<br>
</p></div><p></p><div><p><b>App </b><b>licants ma </b><b>y </b><b>be required </b><b>to comp </b><b>lete a skil </b><b>ls assessment prior to or during the interview process.<br>
</b></p></div><p></p><div><p>EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION<br>
</p></div><p></p><div><p><b>Compensation<br>
</b></p></div><p></p><div><p>This is a 12 -month per year position in the Howard County Education Association, Educational Support Professionals (HCEA-ESP) employee unit. The current salary range for this position is Grade 2 6 on the Technical Central Office and School Based salary scale, $ 102,370 - $ 154,260 . Step placem ent will be in acc ordance with the salary procedures of the Howard County Public School System and the HCEA-ESP Master Agreement which considers relevant prior experience. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, this position is exempt from overtime.<br>
</p></div><p></p><div><p><b>Telework Program
</b></p></div><div><p>This position is eligible to participa te after th e first 120 working days of employment. Telework schedules will be subject to approval and determine d by the d epartment and/or supervisor.<br>
</p></div><p></p><div><p><b>Retirement
</b></p></div><div><p>Membership in the Maryland State Retirement Agency (MSRA) pension plan is a mandatory condition of employment for all employees who meet the eligibility and membership criteria defined in the State Personnel and Pensions Article and the Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR). A qualifying employee cannot reject membership, nor can an ineligible employee elect membership. The annual contribution to the pension plan will be 7% of an employee&rsquo;s annual salary .<br>
</p></div><p></p><div><p><b>Benefits
</b></p></div><div><p>HCPSS offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees. Information about additional benefits such as paid time off can be found in the negotiated agreement for employees in this bargaining unit.<br>
</p></div><p></p><div><p><b>Pre-Employment </b><b>Requirements
</b></p></div><div><p>Professional references will be contacted prior to any offer of employment. Recommended candidates will be required to provide references from current and recent supervisors.<br>
</p></div><p></p><div><p>A ll employees, regular and temporary, must be fingerprinted, have a criminal background investigation completed, and successfully complete the Maryland Employment History Review, pursuant to Section 6-113.2 of the Education Article, Annotated Code of Maryland. In addition, s ome positions will require completion of a physical examination and/or drug testing .<br>
</p></div><p></p><div><p>Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the United States. HCPSS participates in E-Verify and does not offer employee sponsorship.<br>
</p></div><p></p><div><p><b>For questions </b><b>regarding </b><b>this </b><b>posting </b><b>, please contact </b><b>Philip Wentt </b><b>( </b><b>philip_wentt </b><b>) </b><b>OR </b>humanresources@hcpss.org .
</p></div><p></p><p><b>EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
</b></p><p>To request an accommodation during the application or interview process due to a documented disability, please email humanresources@hcpss.org .<br>
</p><p><br>
HCPSS celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any kind. HCPSS is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees in providing them with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at HCPSS are based on organizational needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, veteran status or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.</p></div><p></p>

Accounting Analyst II, Grants Fund

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Accounting Analyst II, Grants Fund