Grant Accountant

$80k - $100k

Creative Financial Staffing

Grant Accountant

CFS is partnering with a well-established non-profit organization who's looking to add a Grant Accountant due to an upcoming retirement. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has interest in mission-based organizations and gaining experience with grants. Grant experience is not required.

Salary: $80-100k

Location: Shelton

Why This Grant Accountant Opportunity?

CFO is extremely focused on automation, AI, dashboards, and process improvement
Opportunity to come in and make real operational improvements
Beautiful office space right in Shelton!
Collaborative culture with team lunches, summer events, golf outings, etc.
4 weeks of PTO to start
15 holidays INCLUDING your birthday
80% medical coverage + strong dental coverage
2% 403(b)
Tuition reimbursement + CPE support
CFO is very hands-off and results-oriented - wants someone who can problem solve, work autonomously, and eventually own the role with minimal supervision

Responsibilities of Grant Accountant:

Manage day-to-day accounting for approximately 25 active grants, including revenue recognition, expense allocation, budget tracking, and fund accounting in accordance with FASB and grantor requirements.
Prepare and submit timely, accurate financial reports, invoices, drawdowns, and reimbursement requests to federal, state, city, and private funders.
Monitor grant budgets and expenditures, providing monthly variance analysis and forecasts to program directors and senior leadership.
Ensure full compliance with grant terms, federal regulations (including 2 CFR Part 200/Uniform Guidance), cost principles, and internal policies; identify and resolve compliance issues proactively.
Collaborate closely with program managers, and the finance team during grant setup, budget modifications, and closeouts.
Perform monthly reconciliations of grant-related balance sheet and income statement accounts; maintain complete and audit-ready grant files and supporting documentation.
Support the annual financial audit, single audit state audit, and any funder-specific audits or site visits.
Assist with grant-related year-end closings, carryover requests, and final financial reports.
Provide training and technical assistance to program staff on grant financial management, allowable costs, and documentation standards.
Participate in proposal budget development and pre-award financial reviews as needed.

Preferred Qualifications of the Grant Accountant:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive grant accounting experience in a nonprofit or governmental environment.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, AI, and experience with nonprofit accounting/ERP systems (e.g., Netsuite, MIP, Blackbaud Financial Edge, Sage Intacct, or similar).
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to translate complex financial information for non-finance audiences.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy.

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