Grant Accountant

Robert Half is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Grant Accountant to manage the financial aspects of grant funding for organizations across various industries. This role involves ensuring compliance with grant regulations, tracking and reporting expenses, and supporting fiscal operations. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in accounting and experience working with government, corporation, or foundation grants. If you combine dynamic communication skills with a positive attitude, then you may thrive in this position. If this sounds like you, please call our office View phone number on click.appcast.io.Key Responsibilities:Grant Compliance: Ensure all financial activities comply with grant terms, Uniform Guidance (if applicable), and organizational policies.Budget Management: Assist with development and tracking of grant budgets, monitoring expenditures against approved funding, and ensuring proper allocation of funds.Reporting: Prepare accurate grant financial reports for internal use and submission to funders.Audit Support: Facilitate grant audits by ensuring all documentation and policies follow auditing standards.Grant Revenue Recognition: Accurately record grant-related revenue and expenses and manage reconciliations for grant accounts.Collaboration: Work closely with program managers, development teams, and finance staff to provide financial insights and ensure meeting funding requirements.Documentation and Recordkeeping: Maintain thorough records of budgets, invoices, agreements, and financial activities related to grants.Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline grant accounting workflows and improve compliance processes.