[Remote] Grants Accountant

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Robert Half is recruiting a Grants Accountant for an unnamed nonprofit client. The role manages grant billing and reporting, monitors budgets and compliance, supports audits, and assists with accounting policies and financial planning.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

• 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
• All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• Experience with grant accounting, fund accounting, nonprofit accounting, or government contract administration preferred
• Nonprofit accounting
• Government grants and contracts management
• Audit preparation and support
• Budget development and variance analysis
• Compliance monitoring and fiscal reporting

Benefits

• Free online training
• Contract/temporary professionals: medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
• Hired contract/temporary professionals are eligible to enroll in the company 401(k) plan

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