About the job Senior Accounting Specialist - Government Services
Description
- This is a fully REMOTE position
HORNE is an industry leader in Accounting and Business Advisory Services and currently provides service from 23 locations across the US and Puerto Rico. Our Government Services practice is at the forefront of disaster recovery efforts nationwide with one of the most experienced and innovative teams anywhere.
The QA / QC Lead within Government Services performs real-time analysis and review of extensive documentation required by federal regulations for implementing the Emergency Rental Assistance Program in response to the COVID-19 crisis. Project information : This is a very dynamic project that is directly related to administering Rental Assistance funding on behalf of the State in direct response to COVID- 19 and the challenges that landlords and tenants are facing. It is an opportunity for a candidate to jump in, learn something new, and contribute to the global recovery from this pandemic, and will be an amazing mark on a resume. As a result, candidates should be critical thinkers who aren't afraid to speak up and contribute solutions for the greater good.
Required Strengths and Skill Sets include :
Making sure team is hitting goalsMaking sure remote team is onlinePerformance conversations with their teamsAs long as you have some experience with professional communicationExperience supervising workflow and productivityMust be comfortable utilizing program policies and procedures to quickly solve problems and ensure program compliance.Will ask bold questions to inform policy, welcome feedback on work product, and proactively collaborate with the team at large.Must possess effective data analysis and review skillsMust be able to meet daily and weekly production goals as set by the programSpecific job duties include :
Planning Processes
Manage intake of funding requests and perform a timely review of supporting documentation related to Emergency Rental Relief claimsOffer solutions to accelerate the funding review processesCollaborate with team to recommend funding requestsTraining and Technical Assistance
Prepare training and provide technical assistance to Eligibility SpecialistsEffectively communicate issues and corrective actions to Eligibility SpecialistsReporting Activities
Utilize technology to ensure funding transparency and accountabilityContribute draft content for a public transparency website and collaborate with the team on updatesAssist in preparation of real-time status reports on fundingOversight and Compliance
Understand internal control framework to prevent fraud, waste, and abuseUnderstand and assist in responding to state and federal oversight and monitoring activitiesCandidates must possess the following :
Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Accounting or Finance or related field preferredMinimum of three (3) years in a professional office setting is requiredExperience leading / supervising a teamSuperior verbal and written communication skills