Accounting Manager

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounting Manager to support grant-related financial operations for a Contract position based in Derby, Connecticut. This role will oversee accounting activities tied to funded programs, maintain accurate financial records, and help ensure timely reporting across both pre-award and post-award phases. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, a hands-on approach to close activities, and the ability to manage compliance-focused financial processes in a structured environment.

Responsibilities:
• Lead accounting support for grant-funded programs, including financial oversight before awards are finalized and throughout the full award lifecycle.
• Manage month-end close activities by reviewing balances, preparing supporting schedules, and ensuring deadlines are met accurately.
• Maintain the general ledger by recording financial activity correctly and resolving discrepancies that affect reporting integrity.
• Prepare and review journal entries to support routine accounting operations and grant-related transactions.
• Perform detailed account reconciliations and investigate variances to keep financial data complete and reliable.
• Coordinate documentation and reporting required for financial statement audits, responding to requests with accuracy and timeliness.
• Monitor grant spending and funding activity to help maintain compliance with program terms, internal controls, and reporting obligations.• Experience in accounting leadership or senior-level accounting support, preferably in a grant-funded environment.
• Strong working knowledge of month-end close processes, general ledger maintenance, and journal entry preparation.
• Demonstrated ability to complete account reconciliations and resolve inconsistencies in financial records.
• Familiarity with financial statement audit support and the preparation of audit-ready documentation.
• Background in grant accounting, grant administration, or grant management across pre-award and post-award activities.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles, financial controls, and compliance-driven reporting requirements.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and maintain attention to detail.