Grants Accountant

Our non-profit client is looking for a Grant Accountant to join their team.

In this role, you will handle the following:

Prepare and review monthly grant billings, financial reports, and budgets. Monitor contract expenditures and grant compliance, identifying and reporting variances to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

Review invoices and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness, ensuring:

• Appropriate general ledger coding
• Expenses align with approved agency and grant budgets
• Required approvals and authorizations are obtained
• Compliance with funding source requirements

Manage payments, billings, and financial activities related to contracts with partner agencies and vendors where the organization serves as the primary grantee. Monitor partners for fiscal compliance and adherence to contractual obligations. Maintain comprehensive and organized records of all government contracts and privately funded grants to support internal reporting, compliance reviews, and external audits. Assist in ensuring organizational compliance with fiscal policies, procedures, and contract requirements associated with assigned grants and funding sources. Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules, reports, reconciliations, and requested documentation in a timely manner. Collaborate with the CFO to develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies and procedures that align with GAAP and funding agency requirements. Document processes and workflows related to assigned responsibilities and participate in cross-training efforts to ensure continuity of operations and adequate departmental backup support. Assist with special projects related to organizational budgeting, budget revisions, forecasting, financial analysis, and strategic fiscal initiatives.

If you are interested in a great company and have the following experience, please apply today!

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• Experience with grant accounting, fund accounting, nonprofit accounting, or government contract administration preferred
• Strong understanding of budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance requirements
• Proficiency in Excel and accounting software systems
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills

Preferred Experience:

• Nonprofit accounting
• Government grants and contracts management
• Audit preparation and support
• Budget development and variance analysis
• Compliance monitoring and fiscal reporting