Grant Accountant

Grant AccountantValhalla, NY | Fully Onsite | $95,000-$110,000About the RoleOur client is seeking a Grant Accountant to oversee the financial administration of grant-funded programs while supporting broader accounting and financial reporting activities. This role offers a unique opportunity to combine traditional accounting responsibilities with grant management, compliance, budgeting, and financial analysis.The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys digging into financial data, ensuring compliance, and partnering with program leaders to maximize funding resources.Key ResponsibilitiesManage the financial reporting and accounting for grant-funded programs.Monitor grant budgets, expenditures, and funding balances to ensure compliance with grant requirements.Prepare grant-related financial reports, budget modifications, and closeout documentation.Review expenditures for allowability, allocability, and compliance with grant guidelines.Track personnel costs, benefits, and indirect cost allocations associated with grant funding.Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and monthly financial reports.Assist with month-end and year-end close activities.Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and audit processes.Partner with department leaders to provide financial analysis and reporting.Assist with regulatory reporting and ensure compliance with applicable federal and state requirements.Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and strengthen internal controls.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.3+ years of accounting experience.Experience with grant accounting, nonprofit accounting, healthcare finance, or government-funded programs is highly preferred.Strong understanding of financial reporting, reconciliations, budgeting, and general ledger accounting.Advanced Excel skills and comfort working with financial systems.Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.Preferred ExperienceGrant reporting and compliance.Federal or state-funded programs.Healthcare, nonprofit, educational, or government-related accounting environments.Audit support and regulatory reporting.Why Join?Stable organization with a mission-driven impact.Opportunity to own the grant accounting function and partner with leadership.Exposure to budgeting, compliance, reporting, and financial analysis.Strong opportunity for long-term growth and professional development.