Grant Accountant

Grant Accountant

Our growing nonprofit organization in Winston-Salem is seeking an experienced Grant Accountant to join our finance team. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the financial integrity and compliance of grant funded programs that directly support our mission and community impact.

If you enjoy working in a purpose-driven environment, attention to detail, and thrive in managing complex grant reporting requirements, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage grant budgets, expenditures, and funding allocations
• Prepare grant-related financial reports for federal, state, local, and private funding sources
• Ensure compliance with grant agreements, donor restrictions, and regulatory requirements
• Reconcile grant activity and maintain accurate supporting documentation
• Partner with program managers to review budgets, spending trends, and funding utilization
• Track restricted and unrestricted funding in accordance with nonprofit accounting standards
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning for grant-funded programs
• Support annual audits and provide required documentation related to grants and funding sources
• Review reimbursement requests and prepare drawdowns as needed
• Maintain compliance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting best practices

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably within a nonprofit organization
• Experience managing grants, fund accounting, or government-funded programs
• Strong understanding of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Experience with accounting software and nonprofit financial systems preferred
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Pay Details: $24.00 to $27.00 per hour