Grant Accountant

This grant accounting role will focus on managing financial reporting, compliance, and budgeting for government and private grants. It will ensure accurate submissions, tracks expenditures, and supports audits to help nonprofits use funding effectively

Client Details

Our nonprofit client in Brooklyn is a mid-sized organization dedicated to serving vulnerable communities through housing, education, and social support programs. Known for its collaborative culture and commitment to impact, the organization values precision in financial management to ensure every grant dollar is maximized

Description

• Monitor and ensure compliance with all financial requirements set by funders.
• Create journal entries and perform necessary allocations.
• Address inquiries from funders and stakeholders, including Met Council and partner agencies.
• Support the preparation of funder desk audits.
• Keep financial records and files organized, accurate, and up to date.
• Generate financial reports and invoices for grants to ensure timely and accurate submissions to government agencies and private foundations.
• Assist the Director of Budgets and Grants Management with special financial reports and forecasting.
• Manage the administrative contracts database, including data entry, reporting, and queries.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Profile

• * Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business (required)
• * 2-3 years of experience in grant accounting, with knowledge of private foundations and NYC/NY State funder requirements (DFTA, DYCD, OTDA, etc.) (required)
• * Strong skills in Microsoft Word and Excel, including VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, and IF functions (required)
• * Proven ability to think critically and understand how budgets and contracts affect agency operations
• * Experience with PASSPort, HHS Accelerator, and Grants Gateway (preferred)
• * Familiarity with OMB Uniform Guidance (preferred)

Job Offer

Competitive pay and a strong benefits package

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