Jr. Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accountant to support our finance team in managing grant-related accounting, cost tracking, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical skills, experience with NetSuite, and a solid foundation in cost accounting. This role plays a critical part in ensuring compliance with federal, state, and private funding requirements and providing accurate, timely reporting to internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle accounting for federal, state, and private grants
• Prepare and maintain grant budgets, reimbursement requests, and expense tracking
• Ensure compliance with grant terms and applicable regulations (e.g., 2 CFR 200)
• Coordinate with program and finance teams to align budgets with actual expenditures
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual reconciliations of grant accounts
• Work closely with auditors to support grant-specific audits and financial reviews
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for all grant transactions
• Assist in the development of indirect cost rates and cost allocation models
• Support broader cost accounting efforts, including project-based tracking and reporting
• Leverage NetSuite ERP for accurate coding, tracking, and reporting of grant-related activities
• General accounting and month-close ad hoc projects as assigned by Controller or CFO

Qualifications

Required Skills

Preferred Skills

Equal Opportunity Statement

Pajarito Powder is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment, and to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees are valued and respected.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accountant to support our finance team in managing grant-related accounting, cost tracking, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical skills, experience with NetSuite, and a solid foundation in cost accounting. This role plays a critical part in ensuring compliance with federal, state, and private funding requirements and providing accurate, timely reporting to internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Qualifications

Required Skills

Preferred Skills

Equal Opportunity Statement

Pajarito Powder is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment, and to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees are valued and respected.