Grant Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Grant Accountant to support financial operations for a remote contract role based in Seattle, Washington. This position will focus on accurate grant accounting, regulatory reporting, and timely month-end close activities while ensuring strong financial oversight. The ideal candidate brings deep accounting expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to manage detailed financial processes in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead month-end close activities for the department, ensuring deadlines are met and financial records are complete and accurate.
• Oversee grant-related accounting tasks, including tracking expenditures, maintaining compliance, and supporting proper use of funds.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger activity to maintain strong financial controls.
• Produce financial statements and supporting schedules that reflect accurate reporting for internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage government reporting requirements by compiling data, validating accuracy, and submitting required financial information on time.
• Review accounting entries and close documentation to ensure consistency with established standards and reporting requirements.
• Utilize NetSuite and Salesforce to support financial recordkeeping, reporting, and cross-functional coordination.
• Assist with audit preparation by organizing documentation, responding to requests, and supporting financial statement review processes.
• 3+ years of accounting experience in complex financial environments.
• Demonstrated background in month-end close, general ledger management, and journal entry review.
• Hands-on experience with grant accounting, grant compliance, and government financial reporting.
• Strong knowledge of financial statement preparation, account reconciliation, and audit support activities.
• Proficiency with NetSuite and Salesforce in an accounting or financial reporting setting.
• Ability to analyze detailed financial information and maintain a high level of accuracy under tight deadlines.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, internal controls, and reporting best practices.