Senior Grant Accountant

Senior Grant Accountant - NYC & State Grants

Location : New York, NY (On-site | Hybrid Flexibility)

Compensation : 90,000-110,000 + comprehensive benefits

About the Opportunity

Our client. one of NYC's leading human service nonprofits-is seeking a Senior Grant Accountant with deep expertise in New York City and State-funded programs . This is a high-impact, high-visibility role reporting directly to the Director of Budgets. The organization is growing, stable, mission-driven, and ready to hire immediately.

Why This Role Matters

Key hire with direct access to executive leadership

Critical role for compliance across major NYC / State grants

Manage multimillion-dollar city / state-funded programs with minimal ramp-up

Strong compensation; employer is interviewing now and paying at or above market

Key Responsibilities of Senior Grant Accountant

Manage full-cycle accounting for New York City and State grants (OCFS, OTDA, SOFA, etc.)

Oversee grant reconciliations , budget monitoring, and compliance for multiple funded programs

Identify, allocate, and reclassify allowable vs. unallowable expenses in alignment with funder guidelines

Serve as a senior resource and mentor to a junior grant accountant

Ensure accurate financial reporting

Must-Have Qualifications of Senior Grant Accountant

5+ years of grant accounting or grant management experience with NYC / State-funded programs

Direct experience with at least one NY State agency ( OCFS, OTDA, SOFA ) and NYC's Passport system

Strong working knowledge of MIP and / or Sage Intacct