Grants Accountant - Temp to Hire

This role manages the full lifecycle of government grants across city, state, and federal funding streams. The Grants Accountant partners closely with program leadership to ensure compliance, accurate reporting, and successful audits in a fast‑paced nonprofit environment.

Client Details

Our client is a long‑standing nonprofit organization serving communities across New York City. They manage a diverse portfolio of government‑funded programmes and operate within a collaborative, mission‑driven finance team that works closely with programme leadership to ensure strong financial stewardship and compliance.

Description

• Prepare and submit vouchers to city, state, and federal agencies
• Manage grant budgets, allocations, modifications, and closeouts
• Support independent audits, Single Audit preparation, and CFR reporting
• Oversee salary allocations, variance analysis, and programme‑level financial reviews
• Maintain organized monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting packages
• Manage CACFP claims and related budget submissions
• Partner with programme directors to provide financial guidance and support
• Ensure compliance with government funding requirements and internal controls
• Provide cross‑coverage and support within the finance team as needed

Profile

• 3+ years of full‑cycle grants accounting experience within a nonprofit
• Hands‑on ownership of vouchers, budgets, modifications, and closeouts
• Experience with NYC and NYS funders such as DYCD, ACS, OCFS, OASAS, UPK, and CACFP
• Familiarity with PASSPort, FMS, CCMS, or similar government systems
• Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables
• Experience supporting audits, Single Audits, and compliance reporting
• Comfortable working in a programme‑facing, fast‑paced environment
• Detail‑oriented, proactive, and a clear communicator with strong follow‑through

Job Offer

• Hybrid opportunity
• 32‑hour work week
• Onsite role during temp period; hybrid schedule (3 days onsite)
• High‑visibility role with ownership, leadership exposure, and long‑term stability

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