Grants & Accounting Specialist

Cape Fear Public Transportation Authority (dba Wave Transit) Wave Transit provides public fixed-route bus, ADA paratransit, and microtransit services in New Hanover County and Wilmington, NC. Learn more about Wave Transit: www.wavetransit.com POSITION TITLE: Grants & Accounting Specialist JOB SUMMARY: Assist with accounting functions of the Authority including the administration and compliance functions for Federal, State, and Local grants and other sources of funding WORK SCHEDULE: Part-Time, up to (32) hour work week Must be available to work during Wave Transit’s established operating hours Must be available during disaster and emergency events REPORTS TO: Director of Finance DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for accounting and control functions including GAAP compliance, assisting with the month-end and year-end close, and related financial reporting Administration of financial accounting and reporting software (Macola) Identification of grant and funding opportunities and applying for those funding opportunities including all local, state and Federal Assistance Grant programs Post-award administration of Federal (FTA), state and local grants including grant revisions, required grant reporting (FFRs, MPRs, NTD) and ensuring compliance with funding requirements Submit budget revisions, amendments, and extensions on local, state, and Maintain official grant files, records, and supporting documentation related to federal, state, and local projects Prepare monthly bank reconciliations. Participate in the reporting, planning, development, and implementation of new programs associated with reimbursable projects, new service initiatives, special projects, and demonstration programs Responsible for handling all related job responsibilities and managing records in compliance with Cape Fear Public Transit Authority Policies and Procedures Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner, promote safety awareness, and follow safety procedures and policies Performs other duties as required QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Public Administration, or other related field At least two years of experience in accounting, project management, and/or grants administration Knowledge of principles and practices of governmental budgeting a plus Must possess valid North Carolina Driver License Pre-employment background check and drug screen required SKILLS REQUIRED: Proficiency in using computer systems and software applications associated with performance of assigned work is essential. Basic problem-solving skills associated with software applications used is expected. Must provide exceptional communication and customer service skills, plus demonstrate ability to perform in a team environment with excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills Background and experience with audit methodologies and techniques Knowledge of GAAP principles Strong attention to detail Excellent analytical and decision-based thinking Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Typically requires talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions including keyboard entries Sedentary to light work: Exerting up to 10-20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: The incumbent may be required to assist in performing other administrative duties within the Authority STATUS: FSLA Exempt SALARY: $27-$35/hour REVISION DATE: November 2026 NOTE: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the position. While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, Cape Fear Public Transportation Authority reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the position, or to require that additional or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (i.e. emergencies, staff shortages, work load changes, rush jobs, or technological developments).