We are looking for a highly organized Grant Accountant to oversee the financial activities related to managing grants for our client. The Grant Accountant will be responsible for tracking grant expenses, ensuring compliance with funder requirements, managing the general ledger, and contributing to effective financial reporting. This opportunity is ideal for strong analytical skills and a desire to make an impact in a funding-driven environment.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain the general ledger with a focus on grant-related transactions.
• Monitor and reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts, including cash, grants receivable, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and accruals.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and private funder requirements, including uniform guidance for grants (2 CFR Part 200).
• Track and record expenditures for multiple grants to ensure proper allocation of funding.
• Assist with the preparation and submission of grant budgets, financial reports, and invoices.
• Provide accurate and timely reporting for both internal teams and external funders.
• Collaborate with program staff to ensure grant activities align with budgetary guidelines.
• Support year-end audit processes, particularly for grant compliance and reporting.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in grant accounting or financial management.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and private grant processes, including regulations and compliance reporting.
• Expertise in reconciling accounts and preparing grant-specific financial reports.
• Proficiency in accounting software (s SAP, Blackbaud, or others ERP is a plus).
• Strong reporting and organization skills, with an ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Both of these roles are critical for businesses and organizations in the nonprofit sector, which rely heavily on detailed and compliant accounting processes. Robert Half can help organizations find the right talent to fill these positions. Contact us today to learn more about hiring options!