Grants Accountant

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Grants Accountant in Baltimore, MD.

Summary:
The Grant Accountant is responsible for managing accounting, financial reporting, reconciliation, and compliance activities related to federal, state, and other grant-funded programs. This role monitors grant revenues and expenditures, prepares required financial reports, supports audits, and ensures grant activity is accurately recorded and reported in accordance with applicable requirements.

Key Responsibilities:
Prepare federal and state financial reports for grant-funded programs
Monitor grant budgets, revenues, and expenditures for accuracy and compliance
Reconcile grant accounts and research financial discrepancies
Prepare and post journal entries related to grant activity
Prepare, review, and reconcile grant invoices and reimbursement requests
Monitor grant spending against approved budgets and funding requirements
Review financial documentation for assigned programs and departments
Prepare financial analysis and supporting schedules
Assist with preparation of audit work papers and supporting documentation
Support annual financial reporting and grant-related audit activities
Assist with preparation of the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA)
Research and resolve grant accounting and reimbursement issues
Provide accounting and financial support for special projects and ad hoc requests
Maintain accurate documentation and financial records for grant programs

Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred
Previous accounting, grant accounting, or governmental accounting experience preferred
Experience with account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting
Knowledge of grant-funded programs and compliance requirements preferred
Strong financial analysis and problem-solving skills
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple grants, deadlines, and reporting requirements

Skills:
Grant Accounting
Governmental Accounting
Grant Compliance
Federal & State Grant Reporting
Budget Monitoring
Revenue & Expenditure Analysis
Account Reconciliations
Journal Entries
Grant Billing & Reimbursements
Audit Support
SEFA Reporting
Financial Analysis
Financial Reporting
Grant Documentation

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless
and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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