Grant Accountant Opportunity
Our client is seeking an experienced grant accountant to manage and oversee the financials of grant-funded programs for a contract opportunity lasting approximately 2-4 months. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with financial standards, guidelines, and regulations while supporting grant-related processes and responsibilities.
Key responsibilities include :
- Prepare comprehensive budgets for grant applications in collaboration with grant writing teams.
- Accurately translate grant budgets into the general ledger, ensuring alignment across fund types, departments, and object codes.
- Partner with project management teams to oversee and record grant-related expenses accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with all applicable regulations.
- Manage drawdown requests and record transactions in financial systems.
- Monitor actuals versus budget and manage fund expenditures with a focus on accuracy, allowability, and funding compliance.
- Reconcile grant-related accounts, address discrepancies, and maintain precise financial records.
- Develop and maintain internal controls and accounting procedures for grant administration to ensure adherence to GAAP and regulations.
- Generate aging reports for grant receivables, proactively resolve outstanding accounts, and monitor overall grant advancement and spend-down progress.
- Review and approve grant-related purchase requisitions and expenditures, ensuring compliance with policies and funding rules.
- Act as the financial representative during audits conducted by funding entities.
- Assist in the preparation of year-end schedules, including grant-specific data for audits or compliance reports.
Requirements :
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.Minimum of three (3) years of progressive accounting experience, preferably with grants.Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects and priorities efficiently.Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.Collaborative mindset to work across teams while maintaining transparency and openness to feedback.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.If you are passionate about driving effective financial management and compliance for grant-funded projects, detail-oriented, collaborative, and enjoy working in fast-paced environments, we encourage you to apply!