Employment

Grants and Compliance Accountant

Job Summary:

This position is primarily responsible for post-award grant administration and related project accounting. The Grant and Compliance Accountant provides internal support and accounting functions to program managers and agency leadership for the organization’s government grants, foundation grants, and restricted donations. This position is responsible to maintain compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and funder requirements. Duties include support of payroll, AP, AR and journal entries; assisting with the budget and audits; completing monthly and year-end grant and fund close procedures, and assisting in the preparation of financial reports as needed.

Job Functions and Responsibilities:

• Review grant contracts
• Record revenue and expenses for each assigned fund
• Monitor budget to actual in coordination with program managers and others
• Report expenses and submit invoices to funders
• Close-out grants
• Monitor compliance, communicate and enforce established internal control practices
• Ensure that accounting records are maintained for assigned programs, as required by program regulations and generally accepted accounting principles.
• Assist with reconciliation of accounts;
• Complete journal entries as needed;
• Assist in preparation for program and agency audits and monitoring visits;
• Assist with application of cost allocation plan;
• Advise and implement new procedures as needed;
• Provide back-up for Payroll and A/P; support 1099 completion and distribution;
• Assist others in the administrative and fiscal department with special projects, and other duties as assigned;
• Other Tasks Assigned.

Other Job Duties:

• Act as an ambassador of WCCA in the community;
• Contribute to the overall success of the organization by working together to achieve the mission of “Working in partnership with the community to empower residents to improve their physical, social and economic well-being.”;
• Demonstrate cultural competence in the workplace and respectfully interact with all employees, program participants, vendors, and other internal and external stakeholders ;
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining professional networks; participating in professional organizations.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to utilize accounting software
• Expert skills in Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to accurately apply Generally Accepted Accounting Procedures (GAAP)
• Knowledge of internal control procedures to safeguard assets
• Effective communication and ability to work collaboratively
• Self-starter able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Detail-oriented and highly organized work style
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities to ensure completion of work in a timely and efficient manner
• Ability to utilize sound judgment when working with secure information and maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Ability to work effectively in a mission-driven agency with diverse staff and clients

Education and Experience (Minimum Requirements):

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required;
• Grants and Compliance Training provided;
• Three years of related experience preferred;
• Experience in a non-profit is preferred;
• Experience with fund accounting is preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Travel reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting: Office

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute: Maple Lake, MN 55358 (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid

Disclaimer:

The above statements are not intended to either encompass all functions and qualifications of the position or be an official Job Description. Rather, they are intended to provide a general framework of the requirements of the position. Employees may be required to perform other functions not specifically addressed in this job description.

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Family Advocate, Non-Exempt, Full-Time (Contract), Onsite

Assigned Work Centers /Locations: Annadale and Otsego

Wage: Starting $23.47 per hour

Job Summary:

The Family Advocate creates coordination between Head Start services and community resources in order to foster strength and healthy living in our client’s lives. This role provides support in a case management style and acts as a liaison between families, staff, the community and other family-related resources.

Education and Experience:

• Must have either a Bachelor’s (BA/BS) or Associate (AA/AAS) degree in Early Childhood Education, Family Development, Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or other similar human services related fields.
• Must meet State Licensing requirements for First Aid Training, CPR, physical examination, and Applicant Background Studies.
• Experience and ability to work with non-English speaking parents and children.
• Knowledge of and ability to work with inter-agency preschool education, human services, and related providers.
• Knowledge and experience in Head Start or Early Childhood programs.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to relate to and work cooperatively with staff and families.
• Ability to relate to and work comfortably with parents and children of low-income families.
• Must be able to work evenings, if necessary, to accommodate parents’ schedule.
• Must have valid MN Driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.
• Must be able to utilize and operate computers in daily operations.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Must obtain Family Service Credential within 18 months of hire.

Job Functions and Responsibilities:

• Recruit children and families for Head Start, and provide recruitment activities in assigned communities.
• Assist with conducting eligibility interviews to determine program eligibility.
• Assist teachers in the Head Start classrooms as needed.
• Prepare and maintain necessary documentation of services, activities and communications with families.
• Build positive, goal-oriented relationships with families that honor and are responsive to the languages and cultures of the families served.
• Connect families with resources and assist families in accessing essential on-going social, financial, educational and emergency services for children and families.
• Assists managers, coordinators and specialists in providing parent training.
• Conduct a minimum of 2 home visits per family per program year.
• Work cooperatively with service area coordinators and specialists to ensure that individual services are integrated into a comprehensive program.
• Maintain open lines of communication with all Head Start families and staff.
• Attend and participate in assigned training and meetings.
• Coordinate family engagements activities and parent curriculum at assigned locations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Pay: $23.47 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Associate (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Statement of Understanding:

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list or responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract of employment and are subject to change at the discretion of Wright County Community Action.

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Head Start Substitute Classroom Aide

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, or enrolled in a GED program.
• Must be currently working toward obtaining a Child Development Associate Credential (CDA), have obtained a CDA, Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree. Those that are working on their Child Development Associate Credential must obtain it within 2 years of being hired.
• Experience or ability to work with pre-school children.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to relate to and work with staff and parents.
• Must meet State Licensing requirements for First Aid training, CPR training, Child Passenger Safety training, physical examination and Applicant Background Studies.
• Experience/ability to work with Spanish speaking parents and children.
• Physically able to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Access to reliable transportation.
• Must be able to utilize and operate computers in child activities.
• Must be able to act as bus monitor.

Job Functions and Responsibilities:

• Ensure that the center site is maintained in accordance with local, state and national program standards and licensing requirements
• Follow all sanitation guidelines by washing, cleaning and sanitizing all food related surfaces, utensils and flooring
• Empty all trash receptacles
• Set up/tear down center equipment
• Purchase all required groceries
• Maintain proper storage of food and utensils
• Serve breakfast/lunch/snack family-style to children
• Complete all CACFP food paperwork in a timely manner
• Maintain staff ratio at all times when children are present.
• Interact with children in a positive proactive manner.
• Conduct/assist with tooth brushing, use of restroom, and hand washing activities.
• Assist Center Teacher with implementation and monitoring of center activities.
• Assist with health, nutritional, and developmental observation/assessment and attendance documentation.
• Act as a bus monitor on assigned routes.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• Attend and participate in assigned job related meeting and functions including center, program and agency staff meeting and training assist in maintaining student files and computerized and manual documentation necessary to program operations
• Other duties as assigned.

Statement of Understanding:
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list or responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract of employment and are subject to change at the discretion of Wright County Community Action. WCCA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $19.13 per hour
Expected hours: 8 – 20 per week
Benefits: Flexible schedule
Schedule: Monday to Friday

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Head Start Substitute Teacher

Substitute Teachers implement daily activities for enrolled families and children and assist staff with daily center-based operations. Substitutes work at our Head Start Centers, located in: Annandale, Buffalo, Delano, Howard Lake, Monticello, Mound, Rogers, and Montrose.

Pay: $18.69 – $24.71/hr

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Head Start Substitute Assistant Teacher

Substitute Assistant Teachers assist the Head Teacher with planning and daily implementation of the Head Start center-based activities for low-income families and children.

Substitutes work at our Head Start Centers, located in: Annandale, Buffalo, Delano, Howard Lake, Monticello, Mound, Rogers, and Montrose.

Pay: $18.69 – $24.71/hr

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