Grants Accountant

$80k - $95k

Cherry Bekaert

Title: Grants Accountant
Compensation: $80,000 - $95,000 (based on experience)
Location: Hybrid (Washington, DC / Northern Virginia area)
Industry: Nonprofit

Overview:
Our client, a mission-driven nonprofit organization, is seeking a detail-oriented Grants Accountant to support the financial management of government and privately funded programs. This role will partner closely with program teams and leadership to ensure accurate grant reporting, compliance, and financial integrity across multiple funding sources.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage grant accounting activities including tracking revenues, expenses, and allocations across multiple funding sources
Prepare and submit grant invoices and financial reports in accordance with funder requirements
Reconcile grant-related accounts and ensure proper coding of all transactions
Monitor grant budgets and provide variance analysis to program leadership
Ensure compliance with GAAP and Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200) requirements
Support monthly close activities including journal entries and account reconciliations
Assist with audit preparation, including gathering supporting documentation and responding to auditor requests
Partner with non-finance staff to provide guidance on grant spending, budgeting, and reporting

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
3+ years of nonprofit grant accounting experience
Strong understanding of federal, state, and private grant compliance requirements
Experience with financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end close
Proficiency with accounting systems (NetSuite, Financial Edge, or similar preferred)
Advanced Excel skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities

Preferred:

Experience with government grants and contract billing
Knowledge of Form 990 reporting support
CPA or CPA-track is a plus

Why Join:

Opportunity to support a mission-driven organization making a meaningful impact
Collaborative, team-oriented environment
Exposure to complex funding structures and cross-functional leadership

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