Grant Accountant

Robert Half is seeking an efficient Grant Accountant to join a team based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in a contract capacity with the potential for a permanent role. This Grant Accountant role supports the financial administration of grant-funded programs by building compliant budgets, interpreting funding guidelines, and coordinating documentation needed for proposals and ongoing award management. The ideal Grant Accountant candidate brings strong attention to detail and can partner effectively with program leaders, grants staff, and finance teams to maintain accurate reporting and responsible use of funds. Become an integral part of the team and put your talents to the test by clicking the apply button today. If you have any questions, please contact Robert Half at 215-568-4580 and mention job reference#03720-0013528247.

As a Grant Accountant your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Partner with program leadership and grants personnel to create proposal and award budgets that align with operational needs and funding rules.
• Gather, organize, and distribute financial records and administrative materials required for grant applications, renewals, and funder inquiries.
• Review sponsor guidelines to determine budget parameters, eligible costs, and financial documentation expectations.
• Implement tracking methods and reporting processes that support compliance throughout the full grant period, including maintaining required funder portal information.
• Produce spending analyses and end-of-award reports to help teams address underspending, overspending, or timing concerns before contract closeout.
• Work closely with Accounts Payable to ensure expenses are coded correctly by funding source and provide guidance on cost allocation questions.
• Assist with audit preparation by compiling support files, reconciling grant-related activity, and providing documentation such as approval correspondence.
• Monitor grant activity and communicate financial risks, variances, or compliance concerns to internal stakeholders in a timely manner.

The ideal Grant Accountant candidate will have:

• Experience in grant accounting, grant administration, or fund management within a nonprofit, government, or similarly regulated environment.
• Working knowledge of government grants and the financial controls required to manage restricted funding.
• Ability to develop and review budgets, interpret funder regulations, and support compliant financial reporting.
• Familiarity with expense coding, allocation methodologies, and coordination with accounts payable processes.
• Proficiency with financial systems such as Abila MIP and strong general spreadsheet skills.
• Understanding of fund administration concepts, including NAV and related financial tracking practices where applicable.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and documentation skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate across finance, grants, and program teams.

Become an integral part of the team and put your talents to the test by clicking the apply button today. If you have any questions, please contact Robert Half at 215-568-4580 and mention job reference#03720-0013528247.