Grant Accountant

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly invoicing and billing activities for grant-funded programs, ensuring charges are complete, accurate, and submitted on schedule.
• Track grant spending and incoming funds to confirm activity aligns with approved budgets, funding terms, and reporting deadlines.
• Review invoices and payment requests from partner organizations and vendors, then process them in accordance with grant guidelines and internal controls.
• Analyze grant awards, funding histories, and financial transactions to maintain clear records and support informed decision-making.
• Prepare schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for audits, compliance reviews, budget planning, and formal reporting needs.
• Monitor reimbursement status and follow up on outstanding receivables to help ensure timely collection and proper financial reporting.
• Partner with department leaders and external agencies to resolve accounting issues, strengthen grant oversight, and maintain compliance across programs.
• Complete account analysis and reconciliations related to grant activity, confirming that federal and other restricted funds are recorded correctly within the accounting system.
• Research historical grant records and assist with drawdown activity, reporting requirements, and process improvements that enhance accountability and recordkeeping.
• Contribute to training and other general accounting support related to grant administration as business needs require.

Requirements

• Average of 5 years of experience in accounting, grant administration, or financial reporting, preferably within a nonprofit environment.
• Working knowledge of government grant compliance, fund administration, reimbursements, and budget monitoring.
• Experience preparing reconciliations, financial analyses, audit support materials, and grant-related reports.
• Proficiency with accounting systems such as Abila MIP and strong general spreadsheet skills.
• Familiarity with grant management practices, including tracking restricted funding and maintaining accurate supporting documentation.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments and with outside agencies.
• High attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced setting.

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Pay

$23.75 - $27.50 per hour

Schedule

Onsite

Location

Houston, TX

Posted

2026-07-07T00:00:00Z