Grant Accountant

Grant Accountant Overview The Grant Accountant is responsible for managing the full life cycle of assigned grants, from award through close-out, ensuring accurate billing, reporting, and compliance with funder requirements. This role includes preparing and submitting timely invoices and financial reports, performing budget-to-actual analyses, monitoring expenditures for allowability, and supporting both internal reporting and external audits. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented and analytical, with a strong grasp of financial compliance, grant guidelines, and forecasting. They will work closely with program managers and the finance team to ensure data accuracy, support strategic decision-making, and implement process improvements for increased efficiency in financial reporting. Responsibilities · Manage assigned grants from award to close-out. · Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual invoices and financial reports for grant funders. · Monitor grant expenditures and compare against budgets for allowability and compliance. · Support internal reporting processes including budget vs. actual analysis. · Review GL activity and work with the finance team to execute reclasses when necessary. · Conduct variance analysis and assist with budget forecasts. · Assist with grant budget development and revisions. · Interpret funder guidelines to ensure financial compliance. · Provide audit support through documentation and analysis. · Support internal teams in understanding grant budgets and financial status. · Work closely with program managers to provide tracking, financial analysis, and review of grant claims. Qualifications · Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field. · At least 3 or more years’ experience in grant or project accounting. · Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, forecasting). · Experience using Oracle or a similar ERP system. · Knowledge of Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200) and cost allowability rules · Experience working with federal and state grants. · Experience in nonprofit or public-sector environments. If you are a motivated professional looking to make an impact within a growing organization, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity Job Type: Full-time Pay: $66,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year Benefits: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Schedule: • Day shift • Monday to Friday • No weekends Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10017