Contract Accountant

About the role

Keystone Human Services is seeking a Contract Accountant to support finance operations through financial reporting, budget preparation, funder reporting, grant and contract support, and collaboration with operational teams. This role helps ensure accurate financial information, compliance with funder requirements, and effective communication across departments.

Job Details

Full-time, Exempt. Hybrid schedule: Minimum of 2 days per week working out of a regional office.

Responsibilities

• Support assigned grants and contracts throughout the full lifecycle, including budget preparation, compliance tracking, and financial reporting
• Analyze financial results by comparing actuals to budget, monitoring variances, identifying trends, and recommending appropriate actions
• Prepare annual budgets, funder reports, spend-down calculations, accruals, journal entries, and month-end reporting tasks
• Lead or support monthly financial statement review meetings and provide financial guidance to operational teams
• Maintain accurate records, documentation, and financial files while preserving confidentiality
• Support billing, revenue recognition, deposits, supplier invoice review, and other finance-related processes
• Collaborate with internal departments on financial processes, reporting needs, compliance requirements, and special projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field and two years of related work experience or equivalent education and a minimum of eight years of related work experience may be considered
• Not-for-profit or government contracting experience is preferred
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply written information
• Intermediate computer skills, including experience with software and web-based systems
• Proficiency with advanced financial spreadsheet functions
• Valid driver's license with daily access to a privately maintained and insured vehicle
• Successful completion of the pre-employment process, including clearances and verifications

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement savings options, including a 401(k) match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee discount programs